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What is proper "etiquette" for parents/observers?

Generally speaking, proper etiquette is just good manners. Parents and spectators need to remember that we are setting an example for our children, and for the children of others in the way we conduct ourselves at or near the ball field. It is particularly important to be respectful of the umpire.  Frequently these umpires are young (especially at the more junior levels of Softball) and can be intimidated by the 'enthusiasm' of the parents. 

1. Team management is responsible for the behaviour of parents and spectators.
2. No person from the stands shall make derogatory comments about any player on either team, team officials or spectators.
3. If a spectator is unmanageable, the umpire may stop the game until the situation is under control.
4. The umpire may order any person (team official, spectator, or player) out of the park.
5. Any time a person has been required to leave, the umpire will report the incident to the league (which may lead to further action).
6. Cheer your child but try to avoid coaching your child during a game; it is the coach's job and confuses the players to be receiving (sometimes different) instructions from many people.

How House "C" Teams are formed

1. Teams can have up to a maximum of 15 players. Teams of 12 to 13 are ideal.  Teams that arrive with seven or fewer default automatically.
   
2. Coordinator should place players to balance team strength according to age groupings when possible.
3. Players can indicate on their registration form a desire to play with one friend, naming up to two alternate friends they wish to play with.
4. New teams will be formed by placing players from a geographical area on the same team,where possible.
5. Coaches should not attempt to solicit players for a team.
6. Players wanting to move from a team will be allowed (before the season starts) to request a transfer, but not to any specific other team. The director will attempt to place the player on a new team, according to the overriding principle of balancing team strength.
7. In general, no team may have fewer than 9 members.  Smaller teams will generally be merged with other teams.
   

Obligations of Parents and Players

Player's Obligations

1. You are on a team, so you owe it to your teammates to attend practices and games consistently. Notify coach if unable to attend game or practice.
2. Exhibit reasonable and acceptable behavior at all times.
3. Take proper care of the team's equipment (uniforms, bats, catching equipment etc.).
4. Treat players, coaches, managers, and officials with respect.

Parent's Obligations

1. Ensure that players have a ride to games and practices on time ("5 minutes early is on time, on time is late")
   
2. Ensure that players have the necessary equipment not provided by the Association.
3. Co-operate fully with the managers and coaches and managers.
4. Take proper care of VWMSA property
5. Volunteer to assist your coach, manager, or association.  Check off boxes are provided on the Registration form for parents to indicate their choice of volunteer work.  Contact your coach or manager to volunteer for team related jobs.  Volunteers ensure the smooth running of your team and Association.

Field Setup Procedures - What you need to know

Field set up should include raking the field (or dragging the field where equipment is available, at Tisdall, Balaclava and Trafalgar) to ensure a flat and safe surface on the infield.

Bases should be properly affixed with safety straps, to ensure bases will tear away on impact with a player sliding into base.

Extra care should be taken to ensure that all nails are removed after the games. Hammers with claws for nail removal are available in all equipment boxes.  Nails for bases should be kept in the pouches provided for that purpose in each base. Care should be taken not to use bases with nails still in the pouches during a game, to avoid injury.Your can find here a sketch which shows how the fields ought to be lined.

Standings & Playoffs for House "C" Division

We do not keep team standings for our House teams. Our playoffs are determined by random draw.