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October 24, 2005

HELPFUL SUGGESTIONS
FOR A SUCCESSFUL LEAGUE PROGRAM

Fall is a great time of year for the local leagues to plan for the coming season. The success of your league can be attributed to how well the league conducts their business during the fall. Proper communication and application of the rules, regulations and policies of Babe Ruth League, Inc. are the key to a successful season.

This is a perfect time of year to review your league’s Constitution and By-Laws. The constitution usually covers the fundamental rules while the by-laws usually explain how these fundamental rules are to be administered. As an example, the constitution would specify the offices to be filled while the by-laws would detail how the offices would be administered. Sometimes all articles are combined into the constitution.

The local league should apply for incorporation and tax exemption. This is especially important to the officers of a local league since, in most instances, it would relieve them of personal liability for damages as a result of injuries, etc. Babe Ruth League, Inc. strongly recommends each league discuss the advantages of incorporation with its local league counsel.

Listed below is a recap of the duties of league officers and appointed league officials.

  1. LEAGUE PRESIDENT
    1. Shall preside at all league meetings and assume full responsibility for the operation of the local league.
    2. Appoint all Committees and supervise the activity of the local league.
    3. See that his/her league adheres to the rules, regulations and policies of Babe Ruth League, Inc. (Player’s age, Resides in the geographical boundaries of the league, etc.)
    4. Be sure the charter application or continuation form is submitted to Babe Ruth Headquarters.
    5. Be responsible for local league protests and disputes.
    6. Review finances with Treasurer and be one of the “two signatures” required to sign checks.

  2. VICE PRESIDENT
    Presides in the absence of the President and carries out such duties and assignments as may be delegated by the President.


  3. SECRETARY
    Records the minutes of meetings. The secretary is also responsible for sending out notice of regular and special meetings, maintaining an official record of the league’s activities, notifying all officers of election and the names of newly elected members of the Board and performing such other duties as this office may require.


  4. TREASURER
    Signs checks (should be one of the “two signatures” required), dispenses league funds as approved by league officers, reports on the status of league funds, keeps financial records, prepares budget and assumes the responsibility for all local league finances.


  5. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
    The Board membership shall include the four league officers – President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and elected members. The Board may adopt such rules and regulations for the conduct of its meetings and the management of the league as it may deem proper that are not in conflict with Babe Ruth Rules and Regulations.


  6. INSURANCE COORDINATOR
    Responsible for obtaining proper accident and liability insurance coverage for the protection of the league players and volunteers. Completes insurance applications, maintain records of injuries and incidents, and is also responsible for filing claims with the insurance companies.


  7. PLAYER AGENT
    Appointed by League President. Conducts annual league registration and try-outs, presides at player selection meetings, supervises and coordinates the transfer of players, keeps up-to-date records of team rosters, checks players’ eligibility.


  8. UMPIRE-IN-CHIEF
    The Umpire-In-Chief is appointed by the League President to coordinate and supervise the league’s umpires.
    1. Assign umpires to all league games.
    2. Conduct clinics on rules and field positions.
    3. Be responsible for notifying umpires of cancellations.
    4. Recruit new umpires.
    5. Responsible for proper dress and conduct of all umpires.
    6. Be sure all umpires know proper local league protests procedures. It is recommended this individual be a member of the BRB or BRS National Umpires Association and be knowledgeable of the rules and have the ability to apply them on the field.

  9. EQUIPMENT MANAGER
    1. Procure and distribute equipment, uniforms, etc.
    2. See an adequate supply of baseballs or softballs is available for upcoming season.
    3. Make arrangements for the tournament team to have the proper equipment.

  10. CONCESSIONS CHAIRPERSON
    1. Secure necessary supplies for concession stand.
    2. Maintain records of purchases.
    3. Make the necessary arrangements for income to be turned over to Treasurer.

  11. CHIEF SCOREKEEPER
    1. Secure enough trained scorekeepers for all local league games.
    2. Responsible for all scorebooks needed to verify Player Eligibility Rule 11.03, Paragraph d.

  12. FUNDRAISING COORDINATOR
    1. Evaluate league needs and prepare a budget.
    2. Select a product or program that will be easy to sell to raise funds needed.
    3. Appoint a date to distribute the product.
    4. Set a date when the money and/or returns are due.

  13. GROUNDSKEEPER CHAIRPERSON
    1. Secure necessary personnel required for maintaining field.
    2. Refer to the Babe Ruth Facility Guide Book located on the Babe Ruth website.
    3. Keep field properly groomed.

  14. SELECTION OF TEAM MANAGERS
    As the role of the manager is vital in determining the success of a league, we strongly recommend a “Manager Selection Committee” be appointed. This committee should make a determined effort to recruit the best adults with the proper baseball knowledge and other important qualities including a history of supportive care and safe treatment of youth.


  15. COMPUTER/WEBSITE CONTACT
    Should be interested in computers and have at least elementary PC proficiency but does not necessarily need to be skilled in website design or technical computer issues. Responsible for updating league’s informational resources, online rosters and registration and act as the primary contact in conjunction with the official online provider.

Effective teams have good communication and relationships with each other. Each value and respects the other. This has been our formula for success in Babe Ruth League, Inc. With your continued assistance and teamwork, it will continue to flourish for many years to come.

Steven Tellefsen
President/CEO
Babe Ruth League, Inc.
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