BASEBALL VICTORIA - COACHING ACCREDITATION July 2014 | Page 2

Introduction The Baseball Victoria Baseball For All Game Day Coaches Manual provides baseball community members without experience, the fundamentals needed to effectively run positive baseball experiences through the range of baseball programs in Victoria. Through this newly established program we will bridge the gap between those with baseball experience and those without. Raising all coaches up to a satisfactory level of experience and qualification. Coaching Principles Use coaching principles to provide players equal opportunity throughout the game and season. In all teams there will be varying skill levels and ability; at this point it is unacceptable to continually play the better players in key positions. It is essential that all players receive equal opportunity and are encouraged to participate fully in all aspects of the game. Competitive games are fun, but winning is not the main concern. Promote good sportsmanship, stay enthusiastic and reward effort rather than success. No Negative comments about the umpires. Always leave the participants feeling great about their experience. “The journey around the bases is different for everyone”