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Season Start Checklist

Everything a new coach needs to handle before the first practice. From paperwork to equipment, make sure nothing falls through the cracks.

Season Start0 of 15 completed
admin
  • Register your team with the league and confirm division/age group
  • Complete your background check and coaching certification
  • Collect player registration forms and emergency contact info
  • Set up a team photo day or coordinate with the league photographerPremium
  • Confirm the game schedule and share it with all families
preparation
  • Review league rules, pitch counts, and playing-time requirements
communication
  • Schedule and hold a parent meeting — cover expectations, communication, and volunteer needs
  • Set up a team communication channel (email list, GroupMe, TeamSnap, etc.)
  • Create a snack/drink schedule and assign parent volunteersPremium
  • Learn players' names and assign jersey numbers
planning
  • Lock in your practice schedule and reserve field time
  • Identify at least one assistant coach and delegate responsibilities
  • Draft a rough season practice plan — what skills to focus on each weekPremium
  • Plan your first practice — focus on fun, assessments, and getting to know playersPremium
  • Set team goals for the season (have fun, improve fundamentals, good sportsmanship)Premium
equipment
  • Inventory team equipment — bats, balls, helmets, catcher gear, bases
  • Purchase or request missing equipment from the league
  • Order team uniforms/jerseys and hats
safety
  • Assemble a first aid kit (ice packs, band-aids, tape, antiseptic)
  • Review concussion protocol and heat safety guidelines