2016 Andover Huskies 14 U AAA Head Coach

2016 Andover Huskies 14 U AAA Head Coach: Tom Jarosz Assistant Coaches: Michael Sharon, Glenn Plohasz,

Agenda: • • • Meet the Team Season Commitment ABA Expectations Coaches Philosophy / Objectives Playing Time and Positions Player Expectations Parent Expectations Action Items Q&A

Our team: • Ryan Hostad (6) • Jason Jarosz (22) • Nick Miller (17) • Seth Plohasz (7) • Ethan Myos • Matt Lewis • • • Shandon Schannauer (10) David Schaust (8) Jack Sharon (50) Joe Steiner (14) Nate Bauer Caden Hartle

2016 season: • 16 regular season games • Four tournaments – Potential to qualify for up to three tourneys in July (GSTC/MBT/MSF) – Single elimination playoffs in July • Up to five nights per week – Our home fields are ASN West and ASN Middle

ABA Expectations: • Our expectations for the season is the baseball is the sporting priority. Kids are not allowed to be on another roster during the season. We expect that any off season sports do not conflict with baseball. (March 21 – July 31) • We expect parents to provide advance notice on any non-sport conflict (e. g. family, faith, school, etc. ) that could interfere with team activities. The MYAS scheduling meeting is typically held in April and calendars should be open to accommodate schedule flexibility that's beneficial to the team. Our travel coaches have to make difficult decisions as it relates to making roster cuts and we expect all players on roster to be fully committed during the season. • We expect every player and parent to follow the code of conduct guidelines set by ABA and MYAS. Represent our community with integrity.

Coaches Philosophy / Objectives: Focus on effort and attitude Winning is not the #1 priority Stress importance of teamwork and sportsmanship Improve baseball IQ Have fun and help kids develop a love for the game Help develop skills necessary to be successful at this level and future seasons • Provide a safe and healthy environment • Regular season approach differs from tournaments • • •

Playing Time and Positions: • Kids deserve an opportunity to learn and play multiple positions. One IF and OF. P and/or C • Playing time will be adjusted based on effort, attitude, attendance and game situation • Positions may be adjusted throughout the season • Balance setting them up for success and taking on challenges

Player Expectations: • Good attitude, give best effort, stay focused, be coachable and be on time • Be respectful and demonstrate good sportsmanship • Work on your skills outside practice • Challenge yourself and each other to improve • Understand the ‘why’ • Accept failure as part of the game and learn to let go

Parent Expectations: • Offer to help (book, field prep, practice, fun event) • Keep things in perspective (kids see playing with friends, batting, fielding and eating sunflower seeds as important. Winning is not a high priority) • Get your son to practice and games on time • Encourage and demonstrate good sportsmanship • Lead by example and avoid giving instruction • Teach your son how to handle adversity and be supportive • Contact me with any questions or concerns • Check e-mail, texts and team page for latest information – NGIN app Team ID is 24406

Action Items: • Scorebook duties • Practice Shirts? • Field Prep for home games – volunteers • Code of Conduct / Birth Certificates • Use a calendar tool/app (Remind) • Sign up for the ABA mailing list • Get to know each other • Off season training • Tournaments

Q&A