WHAT IS A PILCHUCKER?
The Snohomish Pilchuckers are a competitive, developmental baseball team.
The Pilchucker Baseball Team will hold tryouts yearly in August, with tournaments falling typically in the June to August time frame. We also utilize “off-season training” sessions typically starting in January and running through tournament season. The Pilchuckers are a supplement to your regular season spring baseball season (Little League, Pony, etc).
As part of the Pilchuckers, we will be involved in competition, athletic training, team-building events and a character & leadership development program.
The competitive and developmental objectives both drive the overall decision-making process. In other words, we are always striving to be competitive (“playing to win”), while simultaneously seeking to develop the player's athletically, mentally, emotionally, relationally and in life skills. The important thing to remember is that both the goal of player development and the Pilchucker definition of “being competitive” drive the playing time / line-up decision-making process... not a “win-this-game-with-your-athletically-best-nine” philosophy.
Also, it is important to know that - “striving to be competitive” has many parts to its definition – all centered on “how-one-plays-the-game-as-a-player”, irrespective of who is in the line-up that game. The Pilchucker definition of “being competitive” is the same for the athlete with many out-standing athletic tools, down to the athlete with mediocre or even below average abilities.
Therefore, if any athlete does not try to put forth his best effort on any given day in the following areas, then Pilchucker Baseball believes that particular athlete is not “being competitive”.
According to Pilchucker Baseball, “Being Competitive” (which also means “Playing to Win”) is defined as follows:
• Desire, heart & passion!
• Drive & motivation!
• Dedication & commitment!
• Intensity & focus!
• Teachable spirit & willingness to learn!
• Respect and submission to authority!
• Hard work, maximum effort & hustle!
• Enjoyment & fun!
• Encouragement, unity, & teamwork!
– There is no “I” in Team!
– The “team”, “body”, “organization” is more important than the individual!
– Athletes have a better chance of reaching their full potential when teammates are both positively pushing, coaching and supporting each other!
If players, coaches and parents take on this definition of “being competitive”, then success and winning will be re-defined. In fact, whether we get the win or the loss in a particular game be-comes only one way to measure success. Getting the “W” is still important for many reasons, but it is not the end-all:
• Keeps up the team morale!
• Provides the team and players with respect around the league!
• Helps the coaching staff determine what they are doing right or wrong!
• Encourages players & coaches individually and as a team!!
We are still trying to win games, but we are doing it as a team with all of our players competing in the same way as spelled out in the Pilchucker Baseball “being competitive” definition.
In addition, by the nature of this definition of “being competitive”, the responsibility now falls upon the players to develop and maintain their competitive mentality. Coaches simply are in place to administrate, instruct, direct, execute the game strategy and hold players account-able to compete in the expected manner. Coaches also are responsible to provide honest, objective input to help the player reach his goals, as well as help them define their goals.!
The Player Development Objective of Pilchucker Baseball!
“Comparable playing time” needs to be an emphasis of Pilchucker Baseball, because we need to develop and expose all of our players throughout the entire season. It is impossible to have “equal” playing time, but “comparable” is possible and a fair objective. Baseball is unique – players can’t “show their stuff” in small amounts. If the entire team of players receives opportunities to grow, develop and improve individually, then the entire team will grow, develop and im-prove together, as a group.!
Playing Time Considerations!
Playing time will be dependent upon a player’s reasonable satisfaction of the above “being competitive” definition. If a player fails to meet this definition of “being competitive”, then his playing time will be affected – until he changes and improves his attitude and effort. This change or improvement could be the next day, or the same day when there are multiple game opportunities, or the next week. It’s up to the player himself. He decides if he is going to “be competitive” as Pilchucker Baseball has defined it above. As a result, playing time isn’t solely dependent on raw athletic ability, strong baseball tools, perfect performance, etc. Instead, it is determined by the Pilchucker Baseball “being competitive” definition, coupled with the organizational objective of “player development”.
With the above Pilchucker Baseball Team Philosophy at work, the results will include:!
• Individual athletic skill improvement!
• Positive & healthy team unity and chemistry!
• Potentially, a high winning percentage!
• Character, leadership & life skills development!
• A successful and enjoyable tournament season!
Additional Team Philosophy Factors that Affect Line-up Decisions:
1. Demonstration of off-season development
2. Continued and conscious effort to remain in playing shape (physical fitness and dietary habits)
3. Effort at practice, during warm-ups, drills, etc.
4. Pre-game effort
5. Playing the right people, at the right position, at the right time (talent & experience)
6. Using key opportunities to develop players (pitching opportunities, experience in a given position to give us depth, etc.)
7. Timely insertion/relief of players to rest others
8. No player is guaranteed to play every inning of every game - this is a competitive team, all playing time is earned.
Team Goals of the Pilchuckers are:
1. To provide quality baseball - both in training/development and game situations.
2. To workout, train, practice and compete with the proper attitudes, approaching the game with heart, desire, dedication, drive, motivation, intensity and enjoyment.
3. To facilitate an environment conducive to hard work and maximum effort, in the context of fun, seeking to develop good habits and a solid work ethic.
4. To provide a positive “team” experience, emphasizing the importance of unity, encouragement and teamwork.
5. To prepare players for high school and college baseball programs.
6. To prepare the players for life both on & off the field by:
o Emphasizing character & leadership development.
o Using game experiences to teach life principles.
o Teaching athletes how to be positive role models.
o Helping the athletes along their journey to adulthood.
7. To facilitate an environment where the families learn and grow with the athletes.
8. To provide opportunities for the athletes to reach out to the community.!
In order for our team to fulfill the goals stated above, players will hereby commit to:
A. Maintaining a teachable spirit and flexible attitude… to be a listener and learner.
B. Willingly submit to the leadership entrusted with the responsibility of managing, coaching, instructing and developing this team, by following the policies and goals stated in this packet.
C. The full understanding that as a competitive team - no playing time, position, or roster spot (current or future) is guaranteed.
D. Making my life available for growth through whatever demands and opportunities this team may bring. I am committed to growing in my baseball abilities, personal character and life skills.
Pilchucker Player Code of Character & Conduct
The following policies regarding the character & conduct of Pilchucker Baseball Team Members have been established from principles, based upon years of sports teams experience by Pilchucker Coaches - as players and as coaches/managers.
It is not only important for Pilchuckers to strive for victory in competition, but also succeeding in life. Yes, winning is a good and proper goal to have as a team or individual, and we do play to win. However, we feel that the more important “victory” a person or group of people can attain is the “victory” that extends beyond our competition and into our everyday lives.
CHARACTER AND PROPER CONDUCT!
• Actions speak louder than words
• HUSTLE at all times during games and practice.
• Work Hard! Put forth 100% effort all of the time. Do your “work” with all your heart, strength and mind. Practice Makes Permanent. Preparation Produces Results
• Stay Focused! Keep your head in the game. Pay attention during practice and games.
• Have Fun! Enjoy the process. Keep a sense of humor, but know when to be serious. Remember, baseball is a game
• Take pride in how you play the game, how you approach the game, how you wear your uni-form. Have class in all that you do! Play sharp, look sharp, be organized, be neat and clean.
• You’ve got to have Heart, Desire, Drive, Motivation, Dedication, Intensity.
• Play the game with Energy & Quickness. Have a little “spring & bounce” to your game.
• Be Confident, not cocky. Remember, pride comes before the fall. There is much strength in humility.
• Be a Positive Role Model and Example. Remember, others are looking at you, so influence them in a positive way.
• Use Proper Communication both on and off the field. Develop communication skills whenever you can.
• Be Respectful of: Umpires, Coaches, Teammates, Opposing Team Members, Parents and The Game Itself.
• You must agree to Submit Willingly and Cheerfully to the Leadership of this Team, even when you do not agree with their decisions.
• Overcome Adversity! Deal with the circumstances you are dealt. Develop the courage to persevere. Never give up or quit.
• Demonstrate Self Control! Strive to improve on this in the heat of competition. If you dis-agree with the officiating, or make an error, or strikeout… demonstrate self-control! There are certain things you cannot control, however, you can control your effort, attitude & behavior.
• Don’t complain about anything! Your strong reaction to something could offend someone. Be sensitive to others’ feelings. Keep your remarks to yourself regarding such things as.
Umpire Calls - Coaches Decision - Teammates - Game Outcomes - Field & Facility Conditions - Opposing Teams
• Be Positive… not negative, critical or judgmental.
• Develop a THANKFUL HEART. Appreciation and thankfulness are the responsibility of each team member.
• Be a Team Player… not an Individual.
• You will be Expected to Participate with the Pilchucker Baseball Team as much as possible during all sports and non-sports functions, including special team-building events, team meetings and socials.
• ENCOURAGE your teammates and your opponents.
• Expect Errors, Mistakes & Failure, but don’t be satisfied with it – strive for perfection and excellence. Remember baseball and life are difficult “games” to master. It’s a process and nobody is perfect. Extend yourself some grace in failure, don’t let it get you down or discouraged. Get right back up and be ready to go after the next one, competitively and with the proper intensity.
• Try to reduce the amount of “physical” errors during a game and set a goal to make even fewer “mental” errors. This is a good goal for life, too.
• Seek to improve as a player and person. Be a Learner! Try to learn something everyday, in every game, at every practice session and in every circumstance
• Demonstrate Class at the end of a game in both victory and defeat...shake hands, look the opposing team members in their eyes, and keep your head up high because of the effort you put forth.
INAPPROPRIATE CONDUCT
The following behaviors will not be tolerated; disciplinary action will be taken
• Attitude problems
• Consistent lack of effort
• Back-Talking a coach or parent
• Crude, profane or vulgar language
• Throwing of equipment in a display of anger or frustration; outward expressions or demonstrations of anger or frustration
• Outward displays of displeasure with the officials. Questioning umpires in a clearly visible and inappropriate manner (verbal & non-verbal)
• Trash-talking and outward acts of pride directed towards the opposing team. Critical, judgmental, or negative talk directed toward teammates.
• Leaving the dugout or bench area. (Remain in the dugout or in the bench area during games, unless there is an emergency or you receive permission from one of the coaches).
• Horseplay, messing around or silly antics.
Consequences for the above actions and attitudes include:
• Sent home early from practice.
• Not permitted to participate in a drill or practice station
• Some form of extra physical fitness exercise (i.e. running foul poles, push-ups, etc.).
• Removal from a game.
• Suspended from playing in current or up-coming games.
These policies regarding character & conduct on the Pilchucker Baseball Team have been established for your protection, well-being, and character/leadership development. In light of these principles, the final decision regarding any issue resides with your team leadership. The coaching staff’s decision is final. Pilchucker Baseball Team Members who willfully and repeatedly disregard these policies and the leadership of the team may be temporarily suspended from games and other team activities or dismissed from the team. These decisions are at the discretion of the Pilchucker Baseball Coaches. If you are dismissed from the team for a Code of Character and Conduct violation, you will be responsible for any additional costs, and NO re-funds will be given.
Pilchucker Parent Code of Conduct
The following policies regarding the conduct of Pilchucker parents are being established in sup-port of the Player Code of Character & Conduct. We need parental support and participation as we seek to develop quality young men from boys through the game of baseball. In consideration for your support of this Parent Code of Conduct, you can expect the coaching staff to abide by it as well. All of these players will soon be in a position to try out for high school baseball teams, or maybe they are hoping to play in college somewhere eventually. They need to understand that playing time, positions played, athletic ability, effort, attitude, development and discipline are all key ingredients in how the coaching staff will determine the roster prior to, and during, any game.
PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT & SUPPORT
• Be supportive of, and reinforce all elements of the player Code of Character and Conduct on and off the field.
• Don’t complain about things! You would be surprised as to what trickles down from you to your child. Even though they don’t listen to us many times, that’s only selective listening.
- Umpire Calls - Coaches Decisions - Teammates - Game Outcomes - Field & Facility Conditions - Opposing Teams
• If you have a complaint or problem with anyone on the coaching staff of this team, go to that person directly and work it out. Do not let things build up.
• If you have concerns regarding the team and how it’s being run, bring them to one of the coaches or to the coaching staff.
• Please let the coaches instruct, position players, and handle the running of the game. Many times we use signals to set up defensive situations or possible plays, so we don’t necessarily
want to broadcast where we’ve positioned players.
INAPPROPRIATE CONDUCT
The following behaviors will not be tolerated:
• Questioning playing time. Get used to this. High School coaches are not receptive to parent interference in the running of their teams.
• Allowing a player to leave the dugout or bench to sit with you (except in emergency situations). Send him back to the dugout. Be sure to provide him with ample fluids and snacks to sustain him throughout the game.
• Use of crude, profane or vulgar language.
• Outward displays of displeasure with the officials.
• Consumption of alcohol and/or drugs.
• Critical, judgmental, or negative talk directed toward teammates and opposing team members.
Consequences for the above actions:
Most often, you will be asked to stop the inappropriate behavior. In some cases, particularly if you have offended an official or disrespected a coach, you will be requested to leave the field area. If you do not cease from the behavior or refuse to leave the field area when asked, your son may be pulled out of a game, temporarily suspended from participating in future games and other team activities, or possibly even dismissed from the team. These decisions are at the discretion of the Pilchucker Baseball Coaches. If you are dismissed from the team for a Parent Code of Conduct violation, you will be responsible for any additional costs, and NO refunds will be given.
The Snohomish Pilchuckers are a competitive, developmental baseball team.
The Pilchucker Baseball Team will hold tryouts yearly in August, with tournaments falling typically in the June to August time frame. We also utilize “off-season training” sessions typically starting in January and running through tournament season. The Pilchuckers are a supplement to your regular season spring baseball season (Little League, Pony, etc).
As part of the Pilchuckers, we will be involved in competition, athletic training, team-building events and a character & leadership development program.
The competitive and developmental objectives both drive the overall decision-making process. In other words, we are always striving to be competitive (“playing to win”), while simultaneously seeking to develop the player's athletically, mentally, emotionally, relationally and in life skills. The important thing to remember is that both the goal of player development and the Pilchucker definition of “being competitive” drive the playing time / line-up decision-making process... not a “win-this-game-with-your-athletically-best-nine” philosophy.
Also, it is important to know that - “striving to be competitive” has many parts to its definition – all centered on “how-one-plays-the-game-as-a-player”, irrespective of who is in the line-up that game. The Pilchucker definition of “being competitive” is the same for the athlete with many out-standing athletic tools, down to the athlete with mediocre or even below average abilities.
Therefore, if any athlete does not try to put forth his best effort on any given day in the following areas, then Pilchucker Baseball believes that particular athlete is not “being competitive”.
According to Pilchucker Baseball, “Being Competitive” (which also means “Playing to Win”) is defined as follows:
- To the best of your ability, always trying to approach your workouts, training, practices and com-petition with the same consistent proper attitudes of:
• Desire, heart & passion!
• Drive & motivation!
• Dedication & commitment!
• Intensity & focus!
• Teachable spirit & willingness to learn!
• Respect and submission to authority!
• Hard work, maximum effort & hustle!
• Enjoyment & fun!
• Encouragement, unity, & teamwork!
– There is no “I” in Team!
– The “team”, “body”, “organization” is more important than the individual!
– Athletes have a better chance of reaching their full potential when teammates are both positively pushing, coaching and supporting each other!
If players, coaches and parents take on this definition of “being competitive”, then success and winning will be re-defined. In fact, whether we get the win or the loss in a particular game be-comes only one way to measure success. Getting the “W” is still important for many reasons, but it is not the end-all:
• Keeps up the team morale!
• Provides the team and players with respect around the league!
• Helps the coaching staff determine what they are doing right or wrong!
• Encourages players & coaches individually and as a team!!
We are still trying to win games, but we are doing it as a team with all of our players competing in the same way as spelled out in the Pilchucker Baseball “being competitive” definition.
In addition, by the nature of this definition of “being competitive”, the responsibility now falls upon the players to develop and maintain their competitive mentality. Coaches simply are in place to administrate, instruct, direct, execute the game strategy and hold players account-able to compete in the expected manner. Coaches also are responsible to provide honest, objective input to help the player reach his goals, as well as help them define their goals.!
The Player Development Objective of Pilchucker Baseball!
“Comparable playing time” needs to be an emphasis of Pilchucker Baseball, because we need to develop and expose all of our players throughout the entire season. It is impossible to have “equal” playing time, but “comparable” is possible and a fair objective. Baseball is unique – players can’t “show their stuff” in small amounts. If the entire team of players receives opportunities to grow, develop and improve individually, then the entire team will grow, develop and im-prove together, as a group.!
Playing Time Considerations!
Playing time will be dependent upon a player’s reasonable satisfaction of the above “being competitive” definition. If a player fails to meet this definition of “being competitive”, then his playing time will be affected – until he changes and improves his attitude and effort. This change or improvement could be the next day, or the same day when there are multiple game opportunities, or the next week. It’s up to the player himself. He decides if he is going to “be competitive” as Pilchucker Baseball has defined it above. As a result, playing time isn’t solely dependent on raw athletic ability, strong baseball tools, perfect performance, etc. Instead, it is determined by the Pilchucker Baseball “being competitive” definition, coupled with the organizational objective of “player development”.
With the above Pilchucker Baseball Team Philosophy at work, the results will include:!
• Individual athletic skill improvement!
• Positive & healthy team unity and chemistry!
• Potentially, a high winning percentage!
• Character, leadership & life skills development!
• A successful and enjoyable tournament season!
Additional Team Philosophy Factors that Affect Line-up Decisions:
1. Demonstration of off-season development
2. Continued and conscious effort to remain in playing shape (physical fitness and dietary habits)
3. Effort at practice, during warm-ups, drills, etc.
4. Pre-game effort
5. Playing the right people, at the right position, at the right time (talent & experience)
6. Using key opportunities to develop players (pitching opportunities, experience in a given position to give us depth, etc.)
7. Timely insertion/relief of players to rest others
8. No player is guaranteed to play every inning of every game - this is a competitive team, all playing time is earned.
Team Goals of the Pilchuckers are:
1. To provide quality baseball - both in training/development and game situations.
2. To workout, train, practice and compete with the proper attitudes, approaching the game with heart, desire, dedication, drive, motivation, intensity and enjoyment.
3. To facilitate an environment conducive to hard work and maximum effort, in the context of fun, seeking to develop good habits and a solid work ethic.
4. To provide a positive “team” experience, emphasizing the importance of unity, encouragement and teamwork.
5. To prepare players for high school and college baseball programs.
6. To prepare the players for life both on & off the field by:
o Emphasizing character & leadership development.
o Using game experiences to teach life principles.
o Teaching athletes how to be positive role models.
o Helping the athletes along their journey to adulthood.
7. To facilitate an environment where the families learn and grow with the athletes.
8. To provide opportunities for the athletes to reach out to the community.!
In order for our team to fulfill the goals stated above, players will hereby commit to:
A. Maintaining a teachable spirit and flexible attitude… to be a listener and learner.
B. Willingly submit to the leadership entrusted with the responsibility of managing, coaching, instructing and developing this team, by following the policies and goals stated in this packet.
C. The full understanding that as a competitive team - no playing time, position, or roster spot (current or future) is guaranteed.
D. Making my life available for growth through whatever demands and opportunities this team may bring. I am committed to growing in my baseball abilities, personal character and life skills.
Pilchucker Player Code of Character & Conduct
The following policies regarding the character & conduct of Pilchucker Baseball Team Members have been established from principles, based upon years of sports teams experience by Pilchucker Coaches - as players and as coaches/managers.
It is not only important for Pilchuckers to strive for victory in competition, but also succeeding in life. Yes, winning is a good and proper goal to have as a team or individual, and we do play to win. However, we feel that the more important “victory” a person or group of people can attain is the “victory” that extends beyond our competition and into our everyday lives.
CHARACTER AND PROPER CONDUCT!
• Actions speak louder than words
• HUSTLE at all times during games and practice.
• Work Hard! Put forth 100% effort all of the time. Do your “work” with all your heart, strength and mind. Practice Makes Permanent. Preparation Produces Results
• Stay Focused! Keep your head in the game. Pay attention during practice and games.
• Have Fun! Enjoy the process. Keep a sense of humor, but know when to be serious. Remember, baseball is a game
• Take pride in how you play the game, how you approach the game, how you wear your uni-form. Have class in all that you do! Play sharp, look sharp, be organized, be neat and clean.
• You’ve got to have Heart, Desire, Drive, Motivation, Dedication, Intensity.
• Play the game with Energy & Quickness. Have a little “spring & bounce” to your game.
• Be Confident, not cocky. Remember, pride comes before the fall. There is much strength in humility.
• Be a Positive Role Model and Example. Remember, others are looking at you, so influence them in a positive way.
• Use Proper Communication both on and off the field. Develop communication skills whenever you can.
• Be Respectful of: Umpires, Coaches, Teammates, Opposing Team Members, Parents and The Game Itself.
• You must agree to Submit Willingly and Cheerfully to the Leadership of this Team, even when you do not agree with their decisions.
• Overcome Adversity! Deal with the circumstances you are dealt. Develop the courage to persevere. Never give up or quit.
• Demonstrate Self Control! Strive to improve on this in the heat of competition. If you dis-agree with the officiating, or make an error, or strikeout… demonstrate self-control! There are certain things you cannot control, however, you can control your effort, attitude & behavior.
• Don’t complain about anything! Your strong reaction to something could offend someone. Be sensitive to others’ feelings. Keep your remarks to yourself regarding such things as.
Umpire Calls - Coaches Decision - Teammates - Game Outcomes - Field & Facility Conditions - Opposing Teams
• Be Positive… not negative, critical or judgmental.
• Develop a THANKFUL HEART. Appreciation and thankfulness are the responsibility of each team member.
• Be a Team Player… not an Individual.
• You will be Expected to Participate with the Pilchucker Baseball Team as much as possible during all sports and non-sports functions, including special team-building events, team meetings and socials.
• ENCOURAGE your teammates and your opponents.
• Expect Errors, Mistakes & Failure, but don’t be satisfied with it – strive for perfection and excellence. Remember baseball and life are difficult “games” to master. It’s a process and nobody is perfect. Extend yourself some grace in failure, don’t let it get you down or discouraged. Get right back up and be ready to go after the next one, competitively and with the proper intensity.
• Try to reduce the amount of “physical” errors during a game and set a goal to make even fewer “mental” errors. This is a good goal for life, too.
• Seek to improve as a player and person. Be a Learner! Try to learn something everyday, in every game, at every practice session and in every circumstance
• Demonstrate Class at the end of a game in both victory and defeat...shake hands, look the opposing team members in their eyes, and keep your head up high because of the effort you put forth.
INAPPROPRIATE CONDUCT
The following behaviors will not be tolerated; disciplinary action will be taken
• Attitude problems
• Consistent lack of effort
• Back-Talking a coach or parent
• Crude, profane or vulgar language
• Throwing of equipment in a display of anger or frustration; outward expressions or demonstrations of anger or frustration
• Outward displays of displeasure with the officials. Questioning umpires in a clearly visible and inappropriate manner (verbal & non-verbal)
• Trash-talking and outward acts of pride directed towards the opposing team. Critical, judgmental, or negative talk directed toward teammates.
• Leaving the dugout or bench area. (Remain in the dugout or in the bench area during games, unless there is an emergency or you receive permission from one of the coaches).
• Horseplay, messing around or silly antics.
Consequences for the above actions and attitudes include:
• Sent home early from practice.
• Not permitted to participate in a drill or practice station
• Some form of extra physical fitness exercise (i.e. running foul poles, push-ups, etc.).
• Removal from a game.
• Suspended from playing in current or up-coming games.
These policies regarding character & conduct on the Pilchucker Baseball Team have been established for your protection, well-being, and character/leadership development. In light of these principles, the final decision regarding any issue resides with your team leadership. The coaching staff’s decision is final. Pilchucker Baseball Team Members who willfully and repeatedly disregard these policies and the leadership of the team may be temporarily suspended from games and other team activities or dismissed from the team. These decisions are at the discretion of the Pilchucker Baseball Coaches. If you are dismissed from the team for a Code of Character and Conduct violation, you will be responsible for any additional costs, and NO re-funds will be given.
Pilchucker Parent Code of Conduct
The following policies regarding the conduct of Pilchucker parents are being established in sup-port of the Player Code of Character & Conduct. We need parental support and participation as we seek to develop quality young men from boys through the game of baseball. In consideration for your support of this Parent Code of Conduct, you can expect the coaching staff to abide by it as well. All of these players will soon be in a position to try out for high school baseball teams, or maybe they are hoping to play in college somewhere eventually. They need to understand that playing time, positions played, athletic ability, effort, attitude, development and discipline are all key ingredients in how the coaching staff will determine the roster prior to, and during, any game.
PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT & SUPPORT
• Be supportive of, and reinforce all elements of the player Code of Character and Conduct on and off the field.
• Don’t complain about things! You would be surprised as to what trickles down from you to your child. Even though they don’t listen to us many times, that’s only selective listening.
- Umpire Calls - Coaches Decisions - Teammates - Game Outcomes - Field & Facility Conditions - Opposing Teams
• If you have a complaint or problem with anyone on the coaching staff of this team, go to that person directly and work it out. Do not let things build up.
• If you have concerns regarding the team and how it’s being run, bring them to one of the coaches or to the coaching staff.
• Please let the coaches instruct, position players, and handle the running of the game. Many times we use signals to set up defensive situations or possible plays, so we don’t necessarily
want to broadcast where we’ve positioned players.
INAPPROPRIATE CONDUCT
The following behaviors will not be tolerated:
• Questioning playing time. Get used to this. High School coaches are not receptive to parent interference in the running of their teams.
• Allowing a player to leave the dugout or bench to sit with you (except in emergency situations). Send him back to the dugout. Be sure to provide him with ample fluids and snacks to sustain him throughout the game.
• Use of crude, profane or vulgar language.
• Outward displays of displeasure with the officials.
• Consumption of alcohol and/or drugs.
• Critical, judgmental, or negative talk directed toward teammates and opposing team members.
Consequences for the above actions:
Most often, you will be asked to stop the inappropriate behavior. In some cases, particularly if you have offended an official or disrespected a coach, you will be requested to leave the field area. If you do not cease from the behavior or refuse to leave the field area when asked, your son may be pulled out of a game, temporarily suspended from participating in future games and other team activities, or possibly even dismissed from the team. These decisions are at the discretion of the Pilchucker Baseball Coaches. If you are dismissed from the team for a Parent Code of Conduct violation, you will be responsible for any additional costs, and NO refunds will be given.