COACHES CORNER
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All coaches will be required to attend a coach's clinic at Northwest Baseball before the season starts.
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Teams are required to provide a team sponsor each season of $400. We have so many amazing businesses in town who would love to help with just a phone call about the league and your player. The sponsorship helps pay for uniforms and other league expenses.
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FIELD GROOMING PROCEDURES----ESTIMATED TIME - 30 MINUTES
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Rake the mound, home plate and sliding areas around bases.
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Redistribute displaced dirt/clay at around the mound, home plate, sliding areas and player positions areas in a smooth and level manner.
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Roll or tamp positional areas and base paths to re-compact infield mix.
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Drag skinned areas by hand or with a tractor cart.
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Rake and drag base paths by hand.
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Hose down skinned areas with enough water to moisten to a depth of ¼”. Hose down mound and home plate area with enough water to prevent dust.
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Outline batters boxes and line boxes with field spray paint.
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Line the bases.
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Set bases, sweep home plate and pitchers mound
It is the responsibility of BOTH teams to prepare the field for game play. After each game it is the responsibility of BOTH teams to clean the field and make sure all field equipment is put away and locked up after the game or at the end of the game day. Don't be afraid to ask for parents to assist with field preparation
CAL RIPKEN/BABE RUTH BAT RULES
These are the bat rules that will be used at Northwest Bakersfield Baseball.
Cal Ripken is for all ages 4-12 (T ball, Rookie, AA, Minors, AAA, Prep). Babe Ruth is for ages 13-15 (Prep) Note: Wood bats are allowed in Cal Ripken and Babe Ruth division. All wood bats are allowed, with the barrel not to exceed 2 5/8
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AS A COACH
Coaching at all levels involves much more than making out a lineup, hitting infield/outfield, throwing batting practice, or coaching third base. Coaching involves accepting the responsibility you face when parents put their children into your care. As a coach, you will be called to do the following:
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Provide a safe physical environment
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Communicate in a positive way
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Teach the fundamental skills of baseball
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Teach the rules of baseball
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Direct players in competition
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Help your players become fit and value fitness
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Help young people develop character
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Be respectful to your players, parents, coaches, and umpires! Remember, these are the responsibilities you volunteered for as a coach.
Remember, these are the responsibilities you volunteered for as a coach. Every player is an individual. You must provide a wholesome environment in which every player has the opportunity to learn how to play the game without fear while having a fun and enjoying the overall baseball experience.
