WSLL Annual General Meeting/ Parent Orientation February 3, 2015.

WSLL Annual General Meeting/Parent Orientation

WSLL Annual General Meeting/Parent Orientation

February 3, 2015

WSLLWSLL

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AgendaAgenda

• Welcome and Introduction

• WSLL Overview

• WSLL Programs

• Current Goals

• Recent Feedback

• Budget

• Election of 2015 Board

• General Question and Answer Session

• Board Meeting

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General ResponsibilitiesGeneral Responsibilities

• OBJECTIVE: The objective of the WSLL shall be to implant firmly in the children of the community the ideals of good sportsmanship, honesty, loyalty, courage and respect for authority, so that they may be well adjusted, stronger and happier children and will grow to be good, decent, healthy and trustworthy citizens. Article II, WSLL Constitution.

• http://www.wsllbaseball.org/policy.cfm

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OverviewOverview

• Nonprofit Virginia Corp organized to play youth baseball

• Chartered by LL since inception

• Two leagues since 1991

• Size has ranged from 600-1200 players

• VA 12 State Champions in 1984, 1986, 2003, 2005

• VA 11 State Champs in 2004

• VA 10/11 State Champs in 2007, 2012

• Many D9 Fun Tournament Champs - recently 2007,

2010, 2011, and 2012

• 2014 – District 9 Champions at all All-Star age levels

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FieldsFields

• Home complex is Byron Avenue Park. This is a year-round baseball facility.

• Off-Site field at Burke School, a.k.a Fenway, is also a year-round baseball facility.

• Most games, except for T-ball and 5T, are played at Byron Avenue Park and Burke School.

• Fairfax County provides other West Springfield area school fields for practice based on our registration numbers

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OrganizationOrganization

• We are part of District 9 (the I-95 District):- Alexandria Potomac- Central Springfield- DTQ- Dale City- Fort Belvoir- Fort Hunt- South County - Woodbridge- Woodlawn

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WSLL is run by a Board of DirectorsWSLL is run by a Board of Directors

• Nearly 46 BOD members and DVs, AKA “Gray Hats”

• 14-member BOD Executive Committee includes:-President-Executive VP-Secretary-Treasurer-Player Agent-Safety Officer-Training Director-Umpire-in-Chief

-2 Members At-Large

-VP Baseball Ops-VP, Communications-VP, Fields & Facilities-VP, Parents Auxiliary-VP, Player Support-VP, Special Ops-VP, Technology

We always welcome new members!We always welcome new members!

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Other BOD CommitteesOther BOD Committees

• Equipment

• Uniforms

• Awards / Pics

• Web

• Yearbook

• Publications

• Manager Selection

• Tryout / Draft

• Operations

• Scheduling

• Scorekeeper

• Umpires

• Rules

• All Stars

• Fun Tournament

• Fall Baseball

• Registration

• Opening Day

• Closing Day

• Byron Fest

• Field & Facilities

• Challenger

• Sponsors

• Volunteer

• Membership

• County Liaison

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The Board Is Not Enough (Volunteers)The Board Is Not Enough (Volunteers)

• Team Parents

• Managers and Coaches

• Practice Coaches

• Banner Makers

• Field Work

• Scorekeepers

• Umpires

• Game Coordinators

• Concession Stands

• Tryout help

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PROGRAMSPROGRAMS

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WSLL Points of EmphasisWSLL Points of Emphasis

• Provide fun and enjoyable environment for the kids.

• Teach the love of baseball, sportsmanship, and sense of community.

• Provide an opportunity to join a community activity for parents.

• Be excellent in our administration and outreach.

• Earn great manager evaluations, return enrollment, high volunteer rate, and LOTS OF SMILES.

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ProgramsPrograms

• Seven levels of regular season and Fall play.

• Fun, learning, safety and character emphasized at all levels

• 5T and T-Ball – Emphasize training and development (no standings); “school/neighborhood” based.

• A (Machine Pitch) – Emphasis is same as 5T/TBall, however there is an end of season tournament.

• AA (Kid Pitch 1) – More competitive (draft)

• AAA (Kid Pitch 2) – More competitive (draft).

• Majors – Most competitive (draft).

• 50/70 – Fall only (challenge for experienced players, prepare players for 60/90)

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ProgramsPrograms

• Spring baseball season

• End of season tournament (lower levels have 2 levels of tournaments).

• 3 All-Star programs (Spring): 9/10 (end at regional level), 10/11 (end at regional level), 11/12 (ends at Williamsport, PA).

• 1 Fun Tournament – Spring (D9 LL teams at 8-10 and 10-12 age-level tournament). ( @ WSLL 6 teams)

• Fall baseball season

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Equipping & OutfittingEquipping & Outfitting

• White Pants (except at Majors), t-shirts, hats, and socks provided to keep.

• All player equipment (excluding fielding glove and cleats), including helmets.

• Trophies at every level—participation for 5T-A; regular season champs (first and second place) for AA-Majors, tourney champs and runners up for A-Majors.

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Points of InterestPoints of Interest• Fields.

- Byron has fenced batting cage available between Yankee and Ebbets and at Wrigley. This gives WSLL 3 batting cages at Byron as well as one at Fenway.

- Scoreboard for Ebbets field – working with Park Authority • Registration.

- All 3 weekends of registration were consistent this year. Assuming late registration trends hold, we are looking at similar numbers compared to last season.

• Rules.- Boundary Change (School location) in 2014- Age changes Implemented by LL- Bat regulations have been modified. Please see the Little League website

at www.littleleague.org for details.- Pitching limits extended to AA and very strict (revised in 2012).- Playing rules vary by division- As of 2008: All 12s in majors, but may opt out.-We continue to attempt to place children at the level they will do best.

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CoachesCoaches

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Coach SelectionCoach Selection

• Application Form.

• Selection Committee screening for Majors managers (at least 7 members).-Review past evaluations.-Conduct interviews

• At minor leagues, League Directors interview and select candidates.

• Volunteer Form / Background check.

• Appointment by President.

• Approval by Board.

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Coach Training and SupervisionCoach Training and Supervision

• Orientation (administrative, leadership, expectations, review of evaluation form and results).

• PCA (Positive Coaching Alliance)

• Technical and practice organization training - ( i.e. high schools, local professionals).

• League director follow up for each level (rules, hot topics, techniques).

• Mid season meeting.

• 5:1 - 8:1 Manager to League Director ratio, backed up by VP, Baseball Operations

• Strict game misconduct rules and penalties.

• Parent evaluations (managers receive summaries).

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• Game knowledge 4.58

• Is an effective teacher 4.42

• Relates well to children 4.50

• Treats all players fairly 4.48

• Relates well with coaches and umpires 4.59

• Displays and encourages good sportsmanship 4.66

• Motivates and seeks to develop all players 4.43

• Makes the game fun 4.49

• Administrative ability 4.53

• Practice organization 4.47

• Communication with parents 4.56

• Overall made our season enjoyable 4.54

• Overall Average 4.52

Evaluations (All Levels) – Spring 2014Evaluations (All Levels) – Spring 2014

Parent SurveysParent Surveys

Rating Scale5 - Very satisfied 4 - Satisfied3 - Average2 - Dissatisfied1 - Very dissatisfied

Besides the numeric ratings, we also get a lot of comments and suggestions that help us improve!

4.52 4.273.77

4.134.43 4.19 4.30 4.43 4.46

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Polling Feedback (Spring Survey)Polling Feedback (Spring Survey)

• Scheduling

• Volunteer Fees

• Concession Stand

• Umpires-Appreciation of youth umpires. -Want improved coverage. (Particularly at lower levels)

• Communications

• Misc. – uniforms (sizes)

• Team Formation -Want specific managers-Stacking teams (draft for AA since 2010)

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FinancesFinances

• Annual Budget: $213,000 • Where It Goes:-Direct Costs (per player) -Uniforms/trophies; County fees; Yearbook; Insurance and Charter

registration-Other Costs:

• Baseballs; baseball equipment; training ; umpires; umpire gear , rule books; costs of goods sold (snack bar, memorabilia, fan wear).

• Field building, field equipment, repair work, maintenance; field maintenance contract; web site/online registration; event costs (e.g. tryouts, registrations); awards; web support; all-star /fun tournament costs.

- Indirect—Discretionary • Capital improvement; Reserves.

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FinancesFinances

• Revenue Sources-Registration -Concession Stand-Sponsors-Fan wear-Forfeited volunteer fee-All star fees & stipends-Interest

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(4) Left Turns Only to EXIT Parking Area

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What We Expect From ParentsWhat We Expect From Parents• See “Conditions of Registration” handout.-Set example through demonstrating sportsmanship for ALL

players, coaches, and umpires before/during/after games.

• Volunteer for league and team positions.

• Support the manager -Volunteer for team positions / practice coach-Come to the field if any doubt about rain out.- Identify issues early.-Do not approach manager after game about problems.-Ask to talk to League Director if a problem.

• Pick up trash after game.

• Root for all kids and thank the game umpire.

• Support our sponsors.

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FAQsFAQs

• Why can’t my friend’s child play in our league?

• When are uniforms coming out / teams formed?

• Why didn’t my child make Majors/AAA?

• Why isn’t my child playing more? [pitching, infield, etc.]

• How can I earn my volunteer fee?

• How can I help?

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- Election –- Election –Board of Director MembersBoard of Director Members

• Adams, Amie

• Adams, Greg

• Ager, Gene

• Anderson, Jon

• Batson, Mick

• Bolster, Evan

• Brewer, Tim

• Caracciolo, Anthony

• Cimino, Dom

• Copeland, Craig

• Dias, Scott

• Downey, Paul

• Finan, David

• Foss, Erik

• Gillingham, Steve

• Giordano, Dean

• Gowe, Larry

• Gudley, Scott

• Harris, Robert

• Hickman, Mike

• Holzemer, Bryan

• Jackson, Bridget

• James, Shawn

• Johnson, Sydney

• Judkiewicz, Allen

• Kurland, Kevin

• MacDonald, Micah

• Mills, Scott

• Moeller, Kenny

• Monaco, John

• Nelson, Mark

• Nethery, Todd

• Nutbrown, Curt•O’Grady Walsh, John•Pedersen, George•Pelletier, Rob•Seiger, Ryan•Sorensen, Robert•Spratt, James•Stine, Craig•Wagner, Michael•Williams, Mike•Winingham, Charles•Yates, Ralph•Zabko, Ron•Zerbo, Mike

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QUESTIONS?QUESTIONS?

Thank You for ComingSee you at the fields!

PLAY BALL!!

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