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COACH'S CORNER

 

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 DTQLLlocal 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.

**MANDATORY tRAINING**

DTQLL requires all Managers, Assistant Coaches of Record, and umpires to take the following training:

1.     All Managers and Assistants must create a Little League Account!

·        Create A Little League® Training Account - Little League

·        If the link above doesn’t work: https://www.littleleague.org/university/articles/create-a-little-league-training-account/

2.      Concussion Training (yearly renewal) - NFHS Concussion (Concussion in Sports Course (nfhslearn.com).

·        Review the Concussion Fact Sheet

·        Review the Concussion Clipboard Info sheet 

3.      Abuse Awareness training (yearly renewal)

·        Abuse Awareness Training Course - Little League

·        If the link above doesn’t work: https://www.littleleague.org/university/articles/abuse-awareness-training-course/

·        Create an Account or Sign in to USABDevelops.com

                                                    i.     Go to USABDevelops.com or download the USA Baseball App.

                                                   ii.     Click “Sign in/Register”

                                                  iii.     Enter all required information

                                                  iv.     Select your league from the “Little League – Local Leagues” drop-down menuyou will see DTQ LL as an option and click “+Join”

                                                   v.     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*

                                                    i.     Click EDUCATION

                                                   ii.     Select COURSES

                                                  iii.     Click “Abuse Awareness for Adults” → “+Enroll” → “Go to Course”

                                                  iv.     Complete the course

                                                   v.     If you have completed the Abuse Awareness for Adults course in the past and need an updated certificate, please select the Restart Course button.

                                                  vi.     Click your name in the top right corner and select MY ACCOUNT

                                                vii.     Select COURSES

                                               viii.     Scroll to the Abuse Awareness for Adults course and click RESTART COURSE

·        Download Certificate

                                                    i.     Click your name in the top right corner and select MY ACCOUNT

                                                   ii.     Select COURSES

                                                  iii.     Scroll to the Abuse Awareness for Adults course and click DOWNLOAD CERTIFICATE

4.      Diamond Leader (one time) - focused on educating volunteer coaches on their role supporting the social and emotional well-being of children. (*If this training was completed prior to 2024 this will need to retake this training due to a system update (now the system allows the District Admins to see completion rates). 

·        Little League® Diamond Leader Training - Little League

·        https://www.littleleague.org/diamondleader/

5.       

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.

Please send all training certificates to Tim Jabs DTQLL Safety Officer at [email protected] AND your division coordinator:

T-Ball Coordinator

[email protected]

Machine Pitch Coordinator

[email protected]

Minors Coordinator

[email protected]

Majors Coordinator

[email protected]

Junior/Senior Coordinator

[email protected]

**DTQ requires the above-listed 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

1.      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.

2.      Safety always comes first. Become familiar with the League Safety Manual

3.      Provide a positive, constructive, and instructive experience for the players on your team

a.      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.

b.      Games – batting line ups, defensive positions are all determined by the manager.

4.      Be positive and respect each child as an individual. Praise the effort not the outcome.

5.      Teach each of the players the value of winning and losing.

6.      Read and understand the DTQ Little League “House/Local Rules” along with the Little League Internal Rules.

7.      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.

8.      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.

9.      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.

10.   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].

11.   Allow time for proper field / cage, prep, cleaning before & after all practices and games. This includes lining the fields before games.

12.   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.

 

 


 

 

CheckLIST

q  DTQ Managers Team Binder/Folder – bring to every event.

q  Establish contact with each player welcoming them to the team.

q  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.

q  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.

q  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

q  Complete Diamond Leader Training - please email a copy of your certificate to the DTQ Safety Officer: [email protected] and CC [email protected]

q  Establish communication with the Division Coordinator – they will be your primary contact for schedules, issues, field protocols, and lights for night games.

q  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]

q  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)

o   Scorebooks are available upon request - helpful links to score games - Keeping a scorebook pt1 - YouTube and Keeping a scorebook pt2 - YouTube

q  Little League App - Familiarize yourself with Little League Rules. The Little League App is FREE and will provide the most up-to-date rules and regulations.

q  DTQ Local Rules - Familiarize yourself with DTQ “House” Rules - (DTQ website – Coach’s Corner)

q  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]

q  Weather Lines are posted on the website

q  Please play fair, equal playing time – this is Little League.

q  Background checks are needed for all adults with consistent contact with minors.

q  Lights – coordinators can activate lights remotely at Fuller. Gardziel the lights need to be turned on manually, there is a YouTube video the website.

q  Managers are responsible for field linings, please do not put chalk on the grass. Follow the instructions on the lining machines.

q  Combos for boxes will be provided after field maintenance day by your coordinators.

 

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