The purpose of this page is to provide important information to Managers and Assistant Coaches of Dumfries, Triangle, Quantico Little League (DTQLL). Please visit this page frequently to get the latest DTQLL updates – Click here to access the DTQLL Website
DTQLL MANAGERS AND COACHES
All managers and coaches are required to have a JDP Background Check on file each season. If you have not received or completed your JDP Background Check please email, [email protected] and we will send you a link.
All managers have final selection on their coaching staff (assistant managers/coaches). Please ensure you let your coordinators who your Assistant coaches of record are (First and Last name). There is only one manager and two assistant coaches of record permitted per team. If you do not provide your official assistant coaches, they will not be approved for their $100 waiver of the volunteer fee. The deadline is by the first game to report to your coordinator.
DTQLL LOCAL RULES/LITTLE LEAGUE RULES APP
Review DTQLL local rules – we also recommend printing out a copy for your binder and/or saving to your phone as you may need to reference these during a game.
Download the Little League App - here you will find updated rule changes and information as soon as they are made, no need to wait for books to be printed.
DTQLL requires all Managers, Assistant Coaches of Record, and umpires to take the following training:
Abuse Awareness training (yearly renewal) USAB Develops **NEW in 2024**
Create an Account or Sign in to USABDevelops.com
Go to USABDevelops.com or download the USA Baseball App.
Enter all required information
Select your league from the “Little League – Local Leagues” drop-down menu – you will see DTQ LL as an option and click “+Join”
If you have an existing account, click your name in the top right corner, select MY ACCOUNT, and then UPDATE MY PROFILE to link your account with your local Little League.
Complete Abuse Awareness for Adults course*
Click “Abuse Awareness for Adults” → “+Enroll” → “Go to Course”
If you have completed the Abuse Awareness for Adults course in the past and need an updated certificate, please select the Restart Course button.
Click your name in the top right corner and select MY ACCOUNT
Scroll to the Abuse Awareness for Adults course and click RESTART COURSE
Click your name in the top right corner and select MY ACCOUNT
Scroll to the Abuse Awareness for Adults course and click DOWNLOAD CERTIFICATE
Diamond Leader (one time) - Diamond Leader Program, a new initiative focused on educating volunteer coaches on their role supporting the social and emotional well-being of children, is officially available for your coaches to complete for the 2023 season and beyond
Starting with the 2024 season, completion of the NFH Concussion Training AND Little League Diamond Leader Program AND Abuse Awareness training will be required for any coach and/or manager to be eligible to participate at any level of the Little League International Tournament. Upon completion of the program, all volunteers should share their completion certificates with Tim Jabs DTQLL Safety Officer at [email protected] and CC the [email protected] box.
**Please note this great information and DTQ requires this new training for all Managers and Assistants. **
ACCIDENT REPORTING & FIELD SAFETY
Report accidents to Tim Jabs DTQLL Safety Officer at [email protected] and fill out the accident report
Safety Plan - Familiarize yourself with DTQ Safety Plan, this includes accident reporting protocols. Please email a copy of your report to the DTQ Safety Officer: [email protected]
EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A TEAM MANGER
Communicate early and often with the parents of your players - the more upfront and open you are the better. Highly recommend a parent meeting before the first practice.
Safety always comes first. Become familiar with the League Safety Manual
Provide a positive, constructive, and instructive experience for the players on your team
Practices – should be structured in nature with a variety of drills such as situational demonstrations, mechanics demonstrations, speed and agility tips, terminology education, etc. Tip: Have a plan for every practice and game that minimizes the amount of time where players have nothing to do.
Games – batting line ups, defensive positions are all determined by the manager.
Be positive and respect each child as an individual. Praise the effort not the outcome.
Teach each of the players the value of winning and losing.
Read and understand the DTQ Little League “House/Local Rules” along with the Little League Internal Rules.
Respect the decision of the umpires. Arguing with an umpire is NOT allowed. Most of them are volunteers and we do not need to be running anyone away with unsportsmanlike conduct/behavior. Note: DTQ utilizes Junior Umpires (minors); they can be intimidated by adults, please do not belittle their umpire authority, they too are humans and are volunteering to help.
Manager/Coaches on Defense (minors division and above) can leave the dugout only when “Time” has been called and it is granted by the umpire.
Maintain control and be responsible for the behavior of your players, assistant coaches, and fans. Failure to do so can result in your ejection from the game and/or disciplinary action by the Board of Directors. If assistance is needed, especially in the younger age groups, it is highly recommended to appoint a team parent/dug out parent to assist with this.
Raise any concerns directly with the division coordinator first. If the concerns are not successfully resolved, you and the divisional coordinator should then raise the issue with the President/Vice President of the league by emailing [email protected].
Allow time for proper field / cage, prep, cleaning before & after all practices and games. This includes lining the fields before games.
Ensure proper use, care and standards are maintained with all DTQ facilities, e.g., no soft toss into any DTQ fences, no seeds, gum, food, or colored drinks in cages.
DTQ Managers Team Binder/Folder – bring to every event.
Establish contact with each player welcoming them to the team.
Identify and establish Assistant Coaches. If they do not have a background on file with DTQ, please email [email protected]. It is vital to report the names of your official assistant coaches for background checks and volunteer $100 fee waiver.
Hold a parent meeting prior to the first event (highly recommended). Recommended parents check out the DTQ FAQ’s for details regarding number of events per week, uniforms, equipment, etc.
Complete concussion training (link is found on the DTQ website – Coach’s Corner) – please email a copy of your certificate to the DTQ Safety Officer: [email protected]- DTQ Safety Officer Tim Jabs phone at 703-929-0610
Complete Diamond Leader Training - please email a copy of your certificate to the DTQ Safety Officer: [email protected] and CC [email protected]
Establish communication with the Division Coordinator – they will be your primary contact for schedules, issues, field protocols, and lights for night games.
Equipment – Equipment Coordinator will reach out to managers to distribute equipment, however if anything is needed throughout the season regarding uniforms or equipment, please email the DTQ Equipment Manager: [email protected]
Gamechanger (GC) Team Manager App – share GC team account names with fellow coaches and coordinators. -Helpful link to help score games utilizing GameChanger Starting Lineups – GameChanger (zendesk.com)
Little League App - Familiarize yourself with Little League Rules. The Little League App FREE and will provide the most up-to-date rules and regulations.
DTQ Local Rules - Familiarize yourself with DTQ “House” Rules - (DTQ website – Coach’s Corner)
Safety Plan - Familiarize yourself with DTQ Safety Plan, this includes accident reporting protocols. Please email a copy of your report to the DTQ Safety Officer: [email protected]m
Looking to volunteer as a Manager or Assistant Coach for Spring of 2024?
During registration of your player(s) you will be given the option to volunteer. You can select Manager/Head Coach or Assistant Coach and follow the prompts to fill out your background information.
Helpful hint, you must sign up on a laptop or desktop, this step cannot be completed on a mobile phone.
First and foremost, thank you for volunteering this season. Volunteers often go "thank-less" - but we truly do value you, and your families time and sacrifices you have given to this league.
MANAGER/Head Coach – 1 per team
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED BY THE BEGINNING OF THE SEASON!
This position is the team lead in charge of team players, assistant coaches, and all communications between the League and parents regarding schedules, changes, rainouts and events. Managers instruct players in proper baseball skills, produce player lineups and provide overall player support and encouragement. Managers also help secure team parent, team scorekeeper and field maintenance persons (when applicable).
It is at the discretion of the Manager to select two official assistant coaches for the season. All coaches must have background checks and the two official assistant coaches names are to be submitted to the division coordinator for the coaches to receive the credit for the volunteer refund. Background checks must be completed by the first game and if there is a change in assistant coaches the division coordinator is to be notified immediately.
Managers are subject to board approval and are not guaranteed a coaching position from year to year. This position also requires attendance at Manager meetings and possible instructional sessions/coaching clinics.
Note from Little League:
Perhaps most important of all, your peers, players, parents, and spectators will look to you as the person responsible for how your players carry themselves, how well they perform, and whether they are having fun and learning. Communications is key and using a team website or app, like those available through the DICK’S Team Sports HQ, can be a great tool for managers throughout the season.
Assistant Coach Responsibilities – maximum 2 per team
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED, MANAGER/HEAD COACH Selects Official Assistant Coaches
This position assists the Manager with anything involving team practices, player organization, skill building, game operations, equipment handling, team jersey distribution and general player and team support. This position also needs to assist the field maintenance person(s) with field setup and break down before and after games.
It is at the discretion of the Manager to select two official assistant coaches for the season. All coaches must have background checks and the two official assistant coaches names are to be submitted to the division coordinator for the coaches to receive the credit for the volunteer refund. Background checks must be completed by the first game and if there is a change in assistant coaches the division coordinator is to be notified immediately.
Coaches are also subject to board approval and are not guaranteed a coaching position from year to year.
DTQ Local Rules - DTQ Local Rules 2024
Gardziel Lights Instructions
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bxp_3Tm0wD44bzJUS09mb2tuQlk/view?usp=drivesdk&resourcekey=0-fITzVnXrj1BopxmrxUsCrQ
DTQ Coach Checklist -
Coach Checklist 2024.pdfRunning a practice for managers and coaches - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4XD1EK_vX4
Combos to batting cages and equipment boxes change yearly - please DO NOT share the codes with players, friends or family - this should only be shared with those on a need-to-know basis.
Please remember to CLOSE and LOCK all equipment boxes.