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1. Welcome to the 2010NP Baseball Season!
2. A thank you and congratulations to all parents!!
3. Tonights Agenda Purpose of this meeting
Introduction of staff
NP Baseball philosophy
Player expectations
Parent expectations
Parent Coach communication
Other issues
Parent questions
4. The coaching staff: Bob McCreary varsity head coach
Kevin Manero varsity assistant (pitching)
Frank Yanni varsity assistant (hitting)
Chuck Eppolito varsity statistician
Keith Clauss JV head coach
Jeff Childs JV assistant
Richard Cocchimiglio JV assistant
5. NP Baseball Philosophy To provide a fun, positive experience where each player can receive the life-long benefits of team sports involvement and gain a greater respect for the game of baseball and what it takes to succeed.
6. Small picture Big Picture Wins
Losses
Playing time
How good they are / arent
Comparisons
Avoiding mistakes
What they take away
Lessons for the future
Physically active
Handling adversity
E + R = 0
Contributing v Playing
Constant improvement
Respect for the game
7. Player Expectations Be present and on-time
Exceptions & the reality of sports / life
Passing all classes v PIAA eligibility rule
One X-Period per week*
Appropriate in & out-of-school behavior
Respect the game
Focus on the game
Make the best of their role
8. Parent Expectations Positive support
Bite your tongue w/umpires, opposing fans, opposing parents, etc.
Keep a comfortable distance from the players
Be careful what you say and when you say it.
9. Be careful what you say!What not to ask (first) What to ask Did you win?
What was the score?
How did you play?
How much did you play?
Did you have fun?
What do you remember about the game?
What does the team / you need to work on?
10. Encourage your player to talk to coaches about issues / problems (life skill)
If needed, please make an appointment to speak with a coach email is best
Coaches will not discuss playing time.
Reasons why
Variables
If we did
Improvement & playing time
11. Parent Coach Communication Areas where improvement is needed
Drills to help improve
College selection process / letters
Showcases, camps, and clinics
Private instruction
Professional baseball
12. Other issues: Uniforms
JV Field
Pride Packs
13. Parent Questions?