FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Topic

Welcome, Introductions & Agenda Review

Roxbury Rebels General Information

Coaching

Expectations of Coaches, Parents & the

Parent Liaison Role

Fees, Fundraising, Uniforms &

Tournaments

Benefits of also playing in the Rec. League

Closing/Q&A

Presenter

Tracey DaCosta

Diane Naugle-Douglas

Ryan Donnelly

Erin Abline

Keri DeKorte

Lauren Matullo

Tracey DaCosta

• Steve Figurelli & our “Founding Families”

➢ The need for higher competition

• 2006-15 years of travel softball experience

• From no field to the Landing Complex

• Hundreds of softball players have worn

the Rebels uniform

Our focus is obviously softball, but also to develop our athletes into lifelong learners that can see the importance of having fun, commitment, teamwork and dedication.

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• Higher level of competition

• Longer season(s)

• Higher performance expectations & focus

on player development

• Preparation for playing at the “next” level

• The perfect example, “2006 10U & 12U

Rebels”

• Approach and Philosophy

− Stress fundamentals 8U – 14U

− Practices high energy and fun

− Focus is on helping players to develop

softball and social skills (building

self-confidence; forming relationships and

friendships; supporting self and one another)

• Selection: coaches are selected by the Board

• Training: hold training sessions for coaches to

ensure consistency in approach, philosophy and

skill building techniques

• Requirements: Concussion and CPR Training (new

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Expectations of Coaches

− Will not discuss other players in our program with other

parents or players.

− Will communicate the following:

➢ Coaching approach and philosophy

➢ Expectations he/she has for the players on the team

➢ Locations and times of all practices and games

➢ Any concerns related to players’ demonstrated commitment, effort

and/or behaviors

➢ Individual feedback on your daughter’s strengths and opportunities for

improvement with ideas of how to continually develop

− Will treat all players with respect and not use offensive or

abusive language when addressing the players

− Will always put the safety of the players first

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Expectations of Parents

− Be positive with your daughter. Let her know that it is a proud

accomplishment simply to be part of an athletic team.

− Try not to offer excuses if she is not playing. Encourage her to work hard and

try her best. Help her set goals as a good way to show your interest and

monitor progress.

− Discourage putting down coaches or others which teaches your child to be a

complainer, not a doer.

− Do not instruct your daughter during play.

− Be a positive role model – show respect for opposing players, coaches and

spectators, and demonstrate good sportsmanship. You represent your family,

team and community.

Parent Liaison

− Objective and unbiased resource available for parents to express concerns.

− Is NOT a substitute for healthy dialogue between players, coaches and

parents; parents should always start with speaking with the coach first.

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*Credit for Tricky Tray ticket sales is based on number of tickets sold and over all profit from the event – calculated after the event is finalized

**$300 for first time sponsor includes sign printing, $250 for returning sponsor because already have the sign

***Monetary values presented are examples only and are subject to change for the 2020 Softball Season

$150 Check collected prior to start of Spring Season

If volunteer hours completed the check will be returned

If volunteer hours NOT completed then the check will be cashed

Volunteer 1 hour at Tricky Tray

Volunteer 2 Shift Slots (Approx. 6 hours) at Running with the Rebels Tournament

Volunteer Work Bond

Travel Program Breakdown Spring/Summer Fall

Travel Fee $475 $125

Deposit due when accept position on team ($150)

Balance Due by end of Spring Season $325

Opportunities for Fundraising Credits

Tricky Tray Basket Donations (2 @ $25+ Value) ($50)

Sell 5 Tricky Tray Ticket Bundles * TBD

Gold Sign Sponsor ($250 @ 70%) ** ($175)

Silver Website Sponsor ($100 @ 70%) ($70)

(10U/12U/14U only)

$150(10U/12U/14U)¹

¹8U Spring/Summer fees are $150.00

Spring Tricky Tray – Partnered with Roxbury HS Softball and Rebelz Softball

• To receive maximum credit toward fees, each family is to:

• Donate 2 baskets worth $25 or more and sell at least 5 ticket bundles prior to event date (8U - 1 basket; no ticket sales required)

• Donate a small monetary amount toward a team basket (10U/12U/14U only)

• Volunteer minimum 1 hour - act as team rep, basket collector/deliverer, set up, man a table, run baskets, clean up (10U/12U/14U

only).

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Spring Running with the Rebels Tournament

• Each family is asked to sign up for a minimum of 2 shift slots (approx. 6 hours)

• Snack Stand

• Merchandise Stand

• Field Prep

Business Sponsors – Partnered with Recreation League and Rebelz Softball

• Gold Level - $300 for New and $250 for Returning Sponsors – Advertisement Sign will be hung up

at Landing Park at the start of the Spring Season

• “Add on”: New this year, for an additional $150, Gold and Returning Gold sponsors will also have

their business/company name on the back of a Roxbury Recreation softball team’s jerseys.

• Silver Level – $100 -Business name listed on website as a sponsor

Parent / Player Volunteer Lists - SaturdayField Preparation (Lining, Dragging, Raking, Watering. etc.)

Times Landing 1 Landing 2

7:00 AM Done Night Before Done Night Before

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM DaCosta/Zeek

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Times Snack Stand/grill (3 people) Tee Shirts/Items for sale (1 person)

7:00 - 10:00 AM10:00 - 1:00 PM DeKorte/

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM4:00 PM - END

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▪ All players will need to purchase new uniforms

▪ Rebels subsidizing cost for 1st

full uniform

purchased - $36.00; additional - $16.00 pants,

$40.00 jersey

▪ New logo and design

▪ The Rebels will fund a number of tournaments

per year for each team

▪ Number will vary based upon cost of tournament

entry fees

▪ Examples of tournaments we’ve historically

participated in are:

– Michelle Fund (all age groups): May 1-3

– Runnin’ With the Rebels (10U-14U only): May 29-31

– Xtreme Heat Challenge (all age groups): June 5-7

– Figurelli Frenzy (10-14U only): end of September

– Halloween Tournament (all age groups): end of October

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▪ Additional practice and time on the field

▪ Opportunities to play different positions

➢ Note: as players age up in Travel, field position rotation

becomes less frequent.

▪ If want to learn and develop as a new pitcher, can

do so in a less competitive environment.

▪ Travel players can be seen as leaders/role

models for less experienced Rec players.

▪ Play close to home (Roxbury, Randolph and

sometimes Mt. Olive)

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