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OPENING CEREMONIES MOVED TO JANUARY 30
10 Things Kids Say They DON'T Want Their Parents to Do
SIDELINE SUGGESTIONS
(10 Things Kids Say They Don't Want Their Parents to Do)
by Darrell J. Burnett, Ph.D
1. Don't yell out instructions. During the game I'm trying to concentrate on what the coach says and working on what I've been practicing. It's easier for me to do my best if you save instructions and reminders for practice or just before the game.
2. Don't put down the officials. This embarrasses me and I sometimes wonder whether the official is going to be tougher on me because my parents yell.
3. Don't yell at me in public. It will just make things worse because I'll be upset, embarrassed, or worried that you're going to yell at me the next time I do something "wrong."
4. Don't yell at the coach. When you yell about who gets to play what position, it just stirs things up and takes away from the fun.
5. Don't put down my teammates. Don't make put-down remarks about any of my teammates who make mistakes. It takes away from our team spirit.
6. Don't put down the other team. When you do this you're not giving us a very good example of sportsmanship so we get mixed messages about being "good sports."
7. Don't lose your cool. I love to see you excited about the game, but there's no reason to get so upset that you lose your temper! It's our game and all the attention is supposed to be on us.
8. Don't lecture me about mistakes after the game. Those rides home in the car after the game are not a good time for lectures about how I messed up -- I already feel bad. We can talk later, but please stay calm, and don't forget to mention things I did well during game!
9. Don't forget how to laugh and have fun. Sometimes it's hard for me to relax and have fun during the game when I look over and see you so tense and worried.
10. Don't forget that it's just a game! Odds are, I'm not going to make a career out of playing sports. I know I may get upset if we lose, but I also know that I’m usually feeling better after we go get a pizza. I need to be reminded sometimes that it’s just a game.
(From Playbook for Kids: A Parent's Guide to Help Kids Get the Most Out of Sports. The Gatorade Company)
Dr. Burnett is active on the lecture circuit. His publications on youth sports, including It’s Just A Game! (Youth, Sports, & Self Esteem: A Guide for Parents), are described at his website, www.djburnett.com He can be reached at his office, 30101 Town Center Drive, Suite 202 D, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677. (949)-249-2882. Email:djburnet@ pacbell.net.
Final Makeup Player Evaluation Tuesday December 6
A Final Makeup Player Evaluation for registered players (including those on waiting lists) will be held on Tuesday, December 7, 2004 at:
Mishcon Field for Little League Baseball;
and Allen Field for Juniors
WE WILL BE ACCEPTING WAIT LIST REGISTRATIONS AT THE EVALUATIONS BUT KIDS WHO REGISTER ON TUESDAY WILL NOT BE EVALUATED, UNLESS THERE IS TIME.
ALL PLAYERS 7 AND OLDER WHO DID NOT TRY OUT THIS WEEKEND MUST COME ON TUESDAY. 6 YEAR OLDS WHO ALREADY HAVE PLAYED A YEAR OF T-BALL (ROOKIE DIVISION) AND WANT TO TRY OUT FOR MINORS JUNIOR (COACH PITCH) MAY ALSO TRY OUT IF THEY DIDN'T DO SO THIS WEEKEND, BUT DON'T HAVE TO.
TO REPEAT, ALL PLAYERS 7 AND OLDER MUST ATTEND AN EVALUATION. ANY SUCH PLAYER WHO DID NOT GET EVALUATED THIS WEEKEND, AND DOES NOT ATTEND THE MAKEUP ON TUESDAY WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE TO BE PLACED ON A TEAM. WE HAVE PLENTY OF KIDS ON WAITING LISTS, SO DON'T FORGET!!
For those of you who have never experienced an evaluation, here’s how it works: Bring your glove and cleats. Plan to arrive about 30 minutes early of your scheduled time. Check in at the Sign-In table to receive your Evaluation Number. Have a parent pin it on your back. Stretch your muscles and play warm-up catch with a pal or your parent for 10-15 minutes in the designated warm-up area. DO NOT SWING YOUR BAT!
Listen for your Timeslot and Evaluation Number to be called. Your evaluation will last about 10 minutes. Although the order of events may vary slightly depending on the level, a typical evaluation includes the following skills
Batting. You will be asked to take several swings, and may be asked to square up to bunt. Running on the last pitch, you will be instructed to drop the bat and run to first base. We will then ask you to run from first to third.
Fielding. Next, you will be asked to go to shortstop with your glove. Coaches will hit to you 2-3 ground balls and 2-3 fly balls.
This will complete your evaluation. That’s all there is to it! The purpose of the evaluation is to assess each player’s experience so that the teams can be fairly balanced, and managers can get an idea of where players are strong and where they will need help. Remember, we join a team to learn as well as play. When we learn, we improve, when we improve, we have more fun. When we have fun, we’re all winners!
Team Selection
Following the evaluations, team drafts will be conducted strictly in accordance with Little League Rules and Regulations to assure fairness. Needless to say, parents and players are not permitted to attend.
Team Announcement
After teams have been drafted, your new manager will call you on December 13 or 14. If you have not heard by December 17, please call your Player Agent. All Player Agents and League Vice Presidents contact information is on the Contact Sheet in this packet.
LESS THAN ONE WEEK LEFT FOR 2005 REGISTRATION !!
NEW THIS YEAR: SOFTBALL FOR GIRLS 9 AND UP!!
Registration Weekend is over, but there's still two ways to sign up! Space is limited; registration closes November 28, or sooner if teams fill up!
It’s New, It’s Easy, and It’s Fun!!
Just click on the registration link at the top of the home page.
Pitch Number Two: Mail in your registration! You can download a registration package from the handout below, or pick one up at:
·
17051 NE 19th Avenue
N Miami Bch, FL 33162
· Sunny Isles Beach Town Hall
17070 Collins Avenue, Suite 250
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160
· Golden Beach Town Hall
1 Golden Beach Drive
Golden Beach, FL 33160
Then mail your completed package BEFORE NOVEMBER 28 to NMBOLL, PO Box 600022, North Miami Beach, FL 33160-0022
NOTE: COPY OF BIRTH CERTIFICATE and PROOF OF RESIDENCY REQUIRED AT TIME OF REGISTRATION
