APPONAUG GIRLS FASTPITCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE
Mission
The mission of AGS is to develop a players softball skills while encouraging a positive social atmosphere. We also seek to promote good sportsmanship and leadership skills in all the young women who participate in our Recreation, Travel, Showcase and Fall Programs
Goal
Our goal is to provide the very best softball program possible.
Expectations of Players
Pay attention to her coach and follow suggestion
Treat all coaches and team mates with proper respect
Get along with all team mates and opposing players
Learn and Exhibit Good Sportsmanship at all times
Use appropriate CLEAN language
Cheer for her team, not against opposing team
HAVE FUN!
Expectation of Coach
Attend Coaches Clinic provided by AGS
Follow code of Ethics and Apponaug Rules
Place the emotional and physical well being of a player ahead of his/her desire to win
Treat each player as an individual and fairly
Provide a safe playing situation for the players
Be able to handle routine first aid
Conduct regular practices that are organized, fun and challenging
Set a positive example of fair play and good sportsmanship
Be knowledgeable of the rules and teach them
Use appropriate technique to teach skills
Remember that the game is for the children and not for the adults
Conduct a team meeting at the beginning of each season
Parents Should
Know the special rules pertaining to your daughters division
Set a positive example and use good sportsmanship
Support and encourage all girls
Avoid ALL negative comments and cheering against opposing teams
Not make comments to or about an umpire or call
Be punctual to all games and practices, especially pick up time get involved with AGS in any way that you can
Our League Should
Provide adequate equipment and uniforms
Provide effective administration of the program
Keep the best interest of all girls as our main focus
Listen to questions, concerns, suggestions and problems