TEMECULA LITTLE LEAGUE CODE OF CONDUCT
This Code of Conduct is intended to establish a positive framework for all activities of TLL players and their families both on and off the playing field. It applies at all TLL fields and those of other leagues. Although TLL realizes that a sense of discipline and respect for rules cannot be instilled in a few hours each week, this code is established and will be enforced in the hope that a more enjoyable atmosphere will result for all those involved.
Managers and umpires will handle all situations on the playing field in a respectful manner.
Everyone is responsible for obeying the “City of Temecula Guidelines” while at the city parks.
PLAYERS
1. Players will not throw or in any other way abuse equipment on the playing field.
2. Players will not use abusive language directed at other players, coaches, or umpires.
3. Players will not argue or protest excessively ball/strike, fair/foul, or out/safe calls by the umpires. One warning will be issued to both player and manager.
4. Players will remain in the dugout at all times unless given permission by the manager or coach to leave :
a. To go to the restroom
b. To warm up to enter the game
5. Only drinks for the Players will be allowed in the dugout.
6 No tobacco products of any kind, alcohol or drugs are permitted in the dugout or on the playing field during practice or games. No alcohol or drug use is allowed in Canal Park or any other Little League affiliated parks.
MANAGERS AND COACHES
1. Managers and Coaches will not use abusive language directed at other players, coaches, or umpires.
2. Managers and Coaches will not argue or protest excessively ball/strike, fair/foul, or out/safe calls.
3. Managers and Coaches will remain in the dugout at all times when their team is in the field unless time has been granted by one of the umpires. The first or third base coach of the team at bat may not approach an umpire unless time has been called. The umpire has the right not to call time, if he/she desires.
4. Managers and Coaches will see that players remain in the dugout during the game, except to go to the restroom (only if absolutely necessary) or to warm up to enter the game.
5. All player injuries must be written on an Accident Report Form. If a player needs ice to put on an injury than an Accident Report Form must be completed. Managers, should have in their folders.
6. NO TOBACCO PRODUCTS OF ANY KIND, ALCOHOL, OR DRUGS ARE PERMITTED IN THE DUGOUT OR ON THE FIELD DURING PRACTICES OR GAMES
PARENTS & SPECTATORS
1. Alcohol in any form or illegal drugs are not permitted in any Little League ballpark.
2. Abusive language directed at players, managers, coaches, umpires or other spectators will not be tolerated.
3. No one other than an official scorer and the scoreboard operator will be allowed behind the backstop behind home plate.
4. The umpires have the authority to have anyone removed from the complex for conduct that is not consistent with the objectives of the league. If the conduct continues after a warning is given (a warning is NOT required), the umpires have the authority to suspend play or to call the game a forfeit, if necessary.
COMPLAINTS & COMMENTS
On field incidents will be handled through the managers and game umpires to the Vice President of Umpires and if necessary, to the Board of Directors. Team and league related issues go through the manager or the Divisional Vice President. Any off field issues may be brought to the attention of the Board of Directors via email. Comments and suggestions are always welcome!
All complaints/comments must be via email. All issues will be reviewed and responded to.
AT NO TIME WILL PROBLEMS AND/OR COMPLAINTS BE DISCUSSED OPENLY AT THE PLAYING FIELD IN FRONT OF OUR PLAYERS!