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Baseball Newfoundland and Labrador Long Term Athlete Development Implementation Plan 2014-2015

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Baseball Newfoundland and Labrador Long Term Athlete Development Implementation Plan

2014-2015

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Baseball Newfoundland and Labrador- LTAD Implementation Plan

Table of Contents

1. Purpose

2. Introduction- LTAD Primer

3. Baseball BNL Background (Organizational Structure + Member Associations)

4. Provincial Competitions- LTAD Stages

5. BNL-LTAD Progress to Date

6. Baseball Canada Programs

7. Coaching

8. Umpiring

9. 4 Pillars- Actions Plan with timelines

10. Acknowledgments

11. Appendicesa. NCCP Transfer of Qualificationsb. Baseball NL Provincial Tournament Coaching Requirementsc. Pitch Count Information d. Provincial Inventory- 4 Pillar Worke. BNL Registration Numbers

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Purpose

Baseball is a popular summer time sport in Newfoundland and Labrador, with 2000+ people enjoying the game annually. Although the sport is popular with a rich history, everyone involved in the delivery and administration of baseball in the province are responsible for ensuring that the game continues to be fun, accessible and provide opportunities for excellence.

In this plan you will see how Baseball Newfoundland and Labrador (BNL) plans to continue to be a strong presence in the sports scene in our province. Athletes, Coaches and Umpires are the backbone of the game and we plan to ensure that each sector is put in the position to grow and succeed.

Long Term Athlete Development is a philosophy that will continually be evolving and Baseball NL will be along for the ride, doing what we feel is best for those involved in our game to develop and excel. This plan will reflect the next 2-3 years and what we expect to accomplish to continue to make our game great. As new research and ideas are implemented, and through trial and error efforts of our own, we will continually fine tune and re-evaluate to ensure that the product we are offering the registrants of our province is the best it can be.

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Introduction- Long Term Athlete Development Primer

What is LTAD?Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) is a systemic approach being developed and adopted by Baseball Canada to maximize a participant's potential and involvement in our sport. Tailoring a child's sports development programme to suit basic principles of growth and maturation, especially during the 'critical' early years of their development, enables him / her to:

Reach full potential Increase lifelong participation in baseball and other physical activities

The LTAD model is split into stages in which a player will move from simple to more complex skills and from general to baseball related skills. For example, a beginner may start by learning basic throwing and hitting actions and then once this has been mastered he / she will progress onto more advanced skills.This framework will set out recommended training sequences and skill developments for the participant from the Active Start stage (5 and under) to the Active for Live Stage (adult recreational).

Where has it come from? A combination of recent research and the knowledge of coaches from around the world are being used to write the LTAD model. The program is sport-science supported and based on the best data and research available. Our work is based on the work of Canadian sport scientists, and focuses on key, common principles of individual development, which many sports organizations consider good practice in long-term planning for athletes.

Many leading sports stars have attributed part of their success to participating in different sports and activities at a young age by giving them a wider base of sports skills. Our goal will be to develop our players by training and enhancing all the athletic skills that contribute to their success.

What will this mean for your child?During your child's first few years of baseball, the emphasis will be on physical literacy. Time should be spent learning the ABC'S of athleticism (Agility, Balance, Coordination and Speed) to teach them how to control his / her own bodies. For this reason, your child may take part in exercises that do not look relevant to baseball but are supporting their development. Games and other sports will teach your child to throw the ball (basic throwing actions), catch it (hand-eye coordination), change direction and run properly. At each stage the child will be trained in the optimal systems and programs to maximize his / her potential as a ballplayer and as a long-term participant in sport.

What has this got to do with baseball?Baseball Canada is looking to provide children with all the skills needed to take part in physical activity throughout their lifetime. We are looking further into the future than teaching the skills to win games or tournaments tomorrow if it may have a detrimental effect on them taking part at a later age. It is thought that taking part in baseball-specific training too early can lead to an early dropout rate, create muscle imbalances and also neglect teaching the fundamental skills needed for most sports. In fact, research shows that early specialization in most team sports results in these outcomes.Research has also shown that it is during childhood that people are best at learning physical skills. For this reason, we are advising coaches and parents to teach transferable skills first that will allow your child to become proficient in a number of different sports and therefore increase their chances of being physically active throughout their lifetime. For example, if your child learns to catch and throw a ball successfully, an avenue to take part in other ball sports is opened.

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Baseball NL Background

Organization StructureThe Baseball NL executive organization is elected at each Annual General Meeting. Terms consist of 1 year and are open for nomination every year. The role of the executive is to govern baseball provincially in a democratic manner adhering to the articles, by-laws, rules and regulations of the Baseball NL Constitution and providing leadership in the growth and development of baseball in all regions of the province in conjunction with principles of long term development of player, coaches, umpires and volunteers. The current executive consists on the following positions:

Executive Director- Paid PositionPresident- ElectedVice-President- ElectedEastern Director- ElectedCentral Director- ElectedWestern Director- ElectedMinor Chairperson- ElectedAssistant Minor Chairperson- ElectedTreasurer- ElectedCoaching Chair- AppointedUmpire Chair- Appointed

Member AssociationsBaseball NL has 10 members associations spread throughout the province. Member associations have the ability to partake in any Baseball NL program, enter teams in provincial championships and bid to host Provincial, Atlantic and National tournaments. Each association holds a vote on voting issues at the Annual General Meeting and Semi-Annual General Meeting. The current member associations include:

Corner Brook Baseball AssociationPasadena Minor BaseballGrand Falls-Windsor Minor BaseballGander Minor BaseballBaseball Conception Bay NorthConception Bay South Minor BaseballParadise Minor BaseballMount Pearl Minor BaseballSt. John’s Minor BaseballSt. John’s Amateur Baseball

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Provincial Competitions/LTAD Stages

Baseball NL holds provincial championships in July and August of each year from U11 to Senior. Provincial tournaments are tiered events where all efforts are made to group similarly talented teams in the same tournament to ensure teams receive meaningful competition.

In several cases the winner(s) of the provincial events then represent the province at an Atlantic or National tournament.

Baseball NL also has a provincial team program for U15, U17 and U18 that gives our best players at those age levels the opportunity to compete at high performance events.

The table below shows the Provincial, Atlantic and National events that are available to players and teams in the province.

*Qualifying TeamsAge Group LTAD Stage Equivalent BNL Competitions

U8 FUNdamentals All Club BasedU11 (Mosquito) Learning to Train AAA, AA, A- Provincials

AAA, AA- Atlantics*U13 (Peewee) Learning to Train AAA, AA, A Provincials

AAA- Eastern Canadian Nationals*AA- Atlantics*

U15 (Bantam) Training to Train AAA, AA, A- ProvincialsU15 Nationals- Provincial All-Star Team

AAA, AA- Atlantics*U18 (Midget) Learning to Compete AA, A- Provincials

U17 Canada Cup- Provincial All-Star TeamU18 Nationals- Provincial All-Star Team

AA- Atlantics*U21 (Junior) Active for Life AAA- Provincials

U21 Nationals*Open Age (Senior) Active for Life B, A

Open Age Nationals*

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Baseball NL- LTAD Implementation Progress Steps to Date

Since April of 2006, when LTAD was first introduced to the membership, Baseball NL has made great strides in implementing programs and practices that are in line with LTAD. In these years we have seen our first association gain RBI status by Baseball Canada, pitch count introduced at provincial tournaments and the creation of provincial all-star teams to compete at the National level. Below are the steps that have been taken.

Implementation Step DateBaseball NL adopts Winterball program October 2003

Rally Cap introduced at AGM, information/materials provided to all associations April 2006Baseball Canada LTAD Manuals circulated to associations April 2007

Adopted Pitch Count for Provincial Peewee AAA tournament April 2008Successful in obtaining LTAD grant from Sport NL to provide Rally Cap hats,

DVD’s, printed manuals, brochures and posters to all interested associationsSeptember 2008

Adopted Pitch Count for all minor provincial tournaments April 2009Grand Slam program piloted by Corner Brook Baseball Summer 2010

Girls day in baseball clinics and activities (annual event) July 2010Participated in Sport NL “Sportfest” which is an interactive sport showcase

where children can try a wide range of sports (annual event)May 2011

Baseball NL holds full day LTAD Implementation Plan session April 2012Provincial Summer Games competition changed to U16 regional all-star format

to be used as evaluation piece for Canada Games programAugust 2012

St. John’s Minor Baseball becomes first Baseball Canada RBI approved association in the province

April 2013

Game modifications made in U11 baseball: no base on balls in A, oversized plate, everyone on roster bats and minimum number of innings that must be

played in A/AA/AAA

April 2013

My First Pitch information, booklets and brochures provided to associations April 2013Provincial all-star teams sent to U15/U18 Nationals instead of club teams,

provincial coaching staffs named and identification camps conductedAugust 2013

First Challenger program run by Paradise Baseball August 2013

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Baseball Canada Programs

Listed below are the programs offered by Baseball Canada that are also being offered by Baseball NL and its member associations. While some programs are further developed and more established than others, we strive to offer these programs to their greatest potential.

Program Description Stage

Rally Cap

Introduction to baseball. 6X6 format for mini-games with extra group doing skills development.

Evaluation based on skills acquisition using colored hats. Resources includes hats, practice plans, etc.

FUNdamentals

Winterball

School based program where schools get free equipment and curriculum. Program sponsored by

MLB. Resources include DVD, Fan Guide, etc.

FUNdamentals

Grand Slam

Program focused on skill development using a sticker album to track progress based on experiences with the game of baseball.

Learn to Train

My First Pitch

Program targeted at the development of pitchers entering the U11 division where pitching is first

introduced.

Learn to Train

RBI

Excellence program where associations across Canada can get Baseball Canada seal of approval if

meeting quality standards in coach education, sound programming, equity and safety.

All Stages

Challenger

Program that provides an opportunity for children with cognitive or physical disabilities to enjoy the full

benefits of participation in baseball at a level structured to their abilities.

All Stages

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Coaching

Baseball NL’s Coach Education Program is based on Baseball Canada’s National Coaching Certification Program. The program is the national standard for training and certification for coaching in the country and it exists to help all coaches from the grassroots level to the elite level.

Courses are offered throughout the province each year that support the development and education of coaches. The goal of Baseball NL is to provide capacity in each region of the province so that coaches can conveniently achieve the level of training they choose. Since LTAD is athlete centered and coach driven, the proper development of coaches in our province is very important.

For all coaching information you can visit nccp.baseball.ca for a full description of the program. You can also look at the appendices in the back of this document for the following:

- Transfer of Qualifications (relevant to anyone who was trained in old “level” system of NCCP and want to know how it transfers to new NCCP)

- Baseball NL requirements for coaching at Provincial, Atlantic and National events- Pitch Count information

Umpiring

Umpiring is an important aspect of the game of baseball. The availability of certified qualified umpires at all levels of baseball play ensures a positive, engaging baseball experience for all players, whether it be grassroots, house league or all-star competition.

Baseball NL’s Umpire Development is based on standards adopted by other provinces across Canada. Baseball Canada’s National Umpire program is the national standard for umpiring in the country and it exists to provide the standard for all umpires umpiring at the national championship level.

Umpire Clinics are offered throughout the province each year and provide the training and education required for all umpires for all levels of baseball. The goal of Baseball NL is to provide capacity in each

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region of the province so that local associations are able to provide umpires for grassroots, developmental and house league play as well as provide certified, qualified umpires for any provincial level baseball they may host.

The provincial levels of certification are Level one, Level two and Level three; national certification is Level four. The approach is developmental in nature, in that individuals enter the system at Level one and progress towards higher levels of certification based on clinics completed, continuing umpire education and experience gained through umpiring games.

For umpiring information you can visit Baseball Canada Website (www.baseball.ca) and select the umpire link or the Baseball Newfoundland and Labrador website at www.sport.ca/league/index.php?league=24 .

4 Pillars of BNL- Implementation Plan

In our efforts to implement LTAD in our province, it became clear that we have 4 main pillars that we need to focus on. These 4 pillars make up the foundation of our LTAD implementation efforts and will guide our decisions moving forward. The 4 pillars are:

i. Athlete Developmentii. Competitioniii. Coachingiv. Umpiring

The action plan presented in each of the pillars below is the result of discussions based on the strengths and weaknesses on the current situation of each pillar. This work took place at the LTAD Implementation meeting in April 2012 and then continued through phone, email, online surveys and Baseball NL meetings.

Committee members were asked what is currently being done correctly and what can we change. From that, 4 action items from each pillar were identified. The following actions are in order of importance.

Pillar #1: Athlete DevelopmentDoing what is best for the athlete has to be the main consideration for coaches, parents and administrators. This ranges from children just being introduced to the game through Rally Cap all the way to the high performance players playing for our U17 team. We need to give children the opportunity to achieve their full potential by supporting then on and off the field throughout their development.

Action Responsibility TimelineFurther education around Rally Cap and Pitch Count/My 1st Pitch

- Make Rally Cap standard initiation program for all associations

BNL Technical Director, BNL Staff/Executive, Member Associations

June 2015

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- Provide coaches with resources to better develop pitchers

- Ensure consistent communication of Rally Cap/My 1st Pitch at BNL Meetings and coaching courses and through email and website

Create efficient, cost effective ways to utilize facilities and equipment for off-season training

BNL Staff/Executive, Member Associations

June 2015

Deliver structured off season program in all areas of province

BNL Staff/Executive, BNL Provincial Team Coaches, Member Associations

June 2015

Standardize selection protocol for BNL Provincial All-Star Teams (U15, U17, U18)

BNL Provincial Teams Management Committee

June 2014

Pillar #2: CompetitionThe competition system in the province has a huge impact on a player’s development. Meaningful games and practices are needed to ensure that children are appropriately challenged and given every opportunity to develop at their own pace. This will require collaboration between coaches, parents, neighbouring associations and association administrators.

Action Responsibility TimelineExplore game modifications to make game more enjoyable (especially at younger levels)

BNL Technical Director, BNL Staff/Executive, Member Associations

Ongoing

Regional interlocking events for house league and all-star

BNL Regional Executive Members, Member Associations

June 2014

Encourage local associations to host more invitational tournaments and series

BNL Regional Executive Members, Member Associations

Ongoing

Explore more competition opportunities for BNL Provincial All-Star teams

BNL Provincial Teams Management Committee

June 2014

Review game scores and trends to ensure that teams are properly tiered in provincial tournaments

BNL Technical Director, BNL Staff/Executive

Annually

Pillar #3: CoachingCoaches play a vital role in the development of our players and we must provide them with the necessary skills and resources to succeed. This will be achieved by having the capacity to deliver courses, providing meaningful professional development opportunities and ensuring we support our best coaches to work with provincial level players.

Action Responsibility TimelineEasy access to workshops in all parts of province by ensuring adequate number of Learning Facilitators are trained

BNL Technical Director June 2015

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Early ID of coaches to ensure maximum time with players throughout season

BNL Provincial Teams Management Committee, Member Associations

Annually

Expand professional development opportunities available to all coaches

BNL Technical Director, BNL Staff/Executive

Ongoing

Sharing of best practices, LTAD materials and other relevant coach information

BNL Technical Director, BNL Staff/Executive

Ongoing

Pillar #4: UmpiringOfficials play a critical role in baseball. Retaining sports officials is a vital component in developing a vast, qualified group of umpires. Just like coaches, umpires need the support system that enables them to obtain certification and receive professional development where appropriate.

Action Responsibility TimelineEstablish clear set of requirements to umpire at BNL tournaments

BNL Umpire Chairmen, BNL Staff/Executive

June 2015

Identify “champion” in less identified areas to organize umpiring development

BNL Umpire Chairmen, Member Associations

Ongoing

Create capacity in central/west to grow current umpiring program

BNL Umpire Chairmen, Member Associations

Ongoing

Provide support to all associations (clinics, education about certification process, etc.)

BNL Umpire Chairmen, Member Associations

Ongoing

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Acknowledgements

Baseball NL would like to thank the following people who were instrumental in the completion of this plan.

BNL member associations and executive. The people who helped complete this plan will also be the ones implementing it at the grass roots level and the commitment from these volunteers are what makes our game great.

Andre Lachance and Jim Baba from Baseball Canada for their insights and experience throughout the process.

Sport Newfoundland and Labrador for the operating grant which made this work possible. Without the financial support received from Sport NL a plan like this is not feasible.

Contact Information:

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Baseball Newfoundland and Labrador83 Ashford DriveMount Pearl, NLA1N 3N7

http://www.sport.ca/NLBaseball/

References

Baseball Canada (2007); Baseball Canada Long Term Athlete Development (CanadianLeader in Throwing, Catching and Hitting)

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APPENDICES

Baseball Canada NCCP- Transfer of Qualifications

The following chart is relevant to people who have completed training in the old “levels” system of the NCCP and would like to know how that training translates to the new system.

You can view this table online at nccp.baseball.ca -> Migration Policy

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2013 Baseball NL- 2013 Coaching Requirements

Requirements listed also fulfill National Tournaments at each respective level*Coaches at Baseball Atlantic tournaments need to be REGIONAL TRAINED

Mosquito (U11)A: Initiation Coach Trained OR Level I Certified (All coaches)

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AA: Initiation Coach Trained OR Level I Certified (All coaches)AAA: Initiation Coach Trained OR Level I Certified (All coaches)

Peewee (U13)A: Initiation Coach Trained OR Level I Certified (All coaches)AA: Initiation Coach Trained OR Level I Certified (All coaches)AAA: Head Coach- Certified Regional OR Level I Certified + Level II Technical + MED*Assistant Coaches- Trained Regional OR Level I Certified

Bantam (U15)A: Initiation Coach Trained (All coaches)AA: Initiation Coach Trained (All coaches)AAA: Initiation Coach Trained OR Level I Certified (All coaches)

Midget (U18)A: Initiation Coach Trained OR Level I Certified (All coaches)AA: Initiation Coach Trained OR Level I Certified (All coaches)

Junior (U21)Qualifier: Head Coach- Certified Provincial OR Level II Certified + MED*Assistant Coaches: Trained Provincial OR Level II Certified

Senior (Open Age Group)B/A: Trained Regional OR Level I Certified

*Only applies if coach completed his/her MED by June 30, 2009, if not additional requirements will be needed

Visit nccp.baseball.ca for listing and explanation of all courses

Pitch Count

Issues related to arm safety and the optimal development and rest were reviewed thoroughly and at the 2007 Baseball Canada Fall Conference recommendations were brought forward.

The recommendations were based on sport science, a review of research on arm safety and an extensive pilot conducted by Baseball Alberta. Concurrently in 2007, Little League International (LLI) had

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introduced a Pitch Count regime based on the recommendations of the American Sports Medicine Institute based on a series of studies carried out on behalf of USA Baseball, LLI and Major League Baseball. In addition, we had access to research and information from our LTAD experts on rest and recovery and optimal skill development recommendations at each stage of development.

Baseball Canada Pitch Count - Number of Pitches and Rules:

Mosquito Peewee Bantam MidgetNo rest 1-25 pitches 1-30 pitches 1-35 pitches 1-40 pitches

1 day rest 26-40 pitches 31-45 pitches 36-50 pitches 41-55 pitches2 days rest 41-55 pitches 46-60 pitches 51-65 pitches 56-70 pitches3 days rest 56-65 pitches 61-75 pitches 66-80 pitches 71-85 pitches4 days rest 66-75 pitches 76-85 pitches 81-95 pitches 86-105 pitchesMaximum 75 pitches 85 pitches 95 pitches 105

Safety Rules:

1. Any player on the team is eligible to pitch, and there are no restrictions to the number of pitchers a manager may use in a game.

2. Pitchers shall be permitted to have 2 appearances in the same calendar day. If a pitcher requires a rest following the 1st appearance, they cannot return to pitch in the same calendar day.

3. Pitchers cannot pitch 3 consecutive days unless a pitcher's first 2 days combined does not exceed: Mosquito - 25; PeeWee - 30; Bantam - 35; Midget - 40 If a pitcher's day 1 + day 2 exceeds those figures, they require at least 1 days rest. A pitcher cannot pitch 4 consecutive days.

4. The official scorekeeper will calculate the total pitches thrown for that calendar day and determine the required rest starting the next calendar day. Athletes must not exceed the maximum pitch count total for that day.

5. Once a player assumes the position of pitcher, they cannot catch for the remainder of the day.

6. Pitchers shall be permitted to finish the batter if his'her maximum pitch limit has been reached for the calendar day.

7. Intentional walks will be included in Pitch Count totals.

8. Required rest shall be defined in "days" starting at 12:01 a.m. and ending at 11:59 p.m. of the next calendar day. If a game continues past 12:01 a.m., those pitches are counted as if pitched prior to midnight. If a game is suspended, when it resumes, it is defined as a different day

9. A pitcher who is removed from the pitcher's position during a game shall not be permitted to return to pitch in the same game even if the pitcher is retained in the game at another position.

10. The manager or coach may make a 2nd visit to the mound while the same batter is at bat in order to remove the pitcher.

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11. Any violation of any part of the pitch count rule, the result is the Head Coach is ejected from the current game and receives an additional game suspension.

Provincial Inventory

The following information is the full version of the dialogue that went into developing the action play around the 4 pillars. From the information below we narrowed the notes into 4 actions per pillar.

Pillar #1: Athlete Development

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What are we doing right? Rally Cap implementation Pitch count implementation (especially at BNL tournaments) Increased effort to offer off-season and pre-season training Hitting recommended practice to game ratios Increased effort to improve house league competition through tournaments rule modifications, etc. Allowing kids to play up or down levels based on skill level More opportunities for kids to pursue higher competition (i.e. U16 regional tournament)

What are our problems? Constant turnover of coaches makes programs such as Rally Cap harder to implement Further education on Rally Cap and Pitch Count “One size fits all” approach to equipment (injury concern, improper fit) Geography concerns with provincial team training Efficient use of practice time (lack of practice planning) Access to indoor facilities as well as cost

What can we change? Education around Rally Cap and Pitch Count Creative, cost effective ways to distribute and utilize equipment Quality practice time Structured program for off season and pre-season (do it right, not just for the sake of “doing it”) Look at further opportunities for regional and provincial teams (i.e. U15 provincial team)

Pillar #2: Competition

What are we doing right? Rule modifications in house league (i.e. use of tee, throw to 2nd, etc.) Regionalized teams (U16 tourney) Appropriate ranking to ensure meaningful competition in provincial play Increased tournament opportunities (i.e. Invitational tournies)

What are our problems? Geography (outside Avalon) Lack of interlocking leagues and organized competition outside of provincial tournaments Making decisions with LTAD principles in mind (competition structure that does benefit one coach or team) Short season

What can we change? Evaluate minor division rules and see if we can make changes to make game more enjoyable Better organization of interlocking leagues where applicable More invitational tournaments Look at further opportunities for regional and provincial teams (i.e. U15 provincial team)

Pillar #3: Coaching

What are we doing right? Following Baseball Canada’s NCCP Coaches aspiring to reach higher levels of certification Easy access to info (Baseball Canada site, BNL staff) Creation of TD position

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What are our problems? Not all coaches properly training (especially at house league level) Last minute certifications which leads to unprepared players and coaches Lack of initiative of coaches for certification or PD Limited PD opportunities Workshops outside Avalon Coaching to win on Sunday Lack of expertise in small communities

What can we do to change? Easy access to workshops and resources for house league coaches Early ID of coaches (especially provincial team) Early communication of workshops Bring in qualified coaches to deliver PD Promote independent thinking of players lead by coaches Expand TD position

Pillar #4: Umpiring

What are we doing right? Capacity for clinics when requested (doubled capacity of clinicians in past year from 2 to 4) Support and encouragement from provincial association Professionalism on the rise (dress code, level of training and expertise) Professional development opportunities available to St. John’s area umpires (Indoor training sessions) Dedicated executive position responsible for umpiring

What are our problems? Lack of opportunity outside of St. John’s area

o Less games = less opportunity o Small pool of umpires means less training opportunities

No clear minimum standards to umpire in provincial tournaments Top umpires work at junior and senior level and not at grassroots Lack of public database of umpires in the province

How can we improve? Identify ways to work with central/west on existing issues (sharing of best practices, adapting what is done

elsewhere to fit the needs of central/west) Identify “champion” in less developed areas, someone dedicated to umpiring and who could possibly become

clinician in future Establish set of clear guidelines for provincial tournaments Additional capacity for training (certification and professional development) Provide support to associations to meet required standards (share best practices, explain certification process,

etc.)2013 BASEBALL NL REGISTRATION REPORT

2010 2011 2012 2013

St. John's Minor 585 643 622 636St. John's Senior/Junior 187 183 180 150Mount Pearl 223 270 318 389

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Baseball Newfoundland and Labrador- LTAD Implementation Plan

Paradise 183 202 224 256CBS Minor 125 145 150 138Conception Bay North 325 145 103 161Gander Minor 145 167 172 147Gander Senior/Junior ---- ---- ---- 21Grand Falls-Windsor 148 187 166 160Pasadena Minor 72 91 95 76Pasadena Senior/Junior 12 14 6 6Corner Brook 236 220 230 210Labrador West 60 51 59 ----

Total 2277 2318 2323 2350