Contact Information and Numbers
Spring Hill Lions Club
Team name:
Summer Youth Ball
Coaches Name
Program
Phone #:
Handbook
Email:
League Representive Name:
Phone #
Email:
Concession Stand Phone Number is 931-486-2807. Location is
Corner of Maury Hill Rd. and Beechcroft Rd.
For rain out information you may call the concession stand
between 5:30 pm and 9:30 pm; Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
and Friday. If no answer during these times, then games have
been canceled.
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s-Prados Street
League Representatives
Lollipop Committee Member
615-335-3068
Denise Zanchi
[email protected]
T-Ball Committee Member
615-554-2842
Sharon Adhami
[email protected]
Pete Boyd Field – T-Ball
7, 8, 9, Coach Pitch Committee Member
615-840-9763
Chase Camfield
[email protected]
10, 11, 12 Coach Pitch Committee Member
615-686-6445
Jamen Zanchi
ooms
[email protected]
13, 14, 15 Coach Pitch Committee Member
615-476-5534
Troy Frost
[email protected]
Parking Lot
Sponsorship Coordinator
931-446-4780
615-305-8041
Virginia Ragsdale
[email protected]
Allen Broughton
[email protected]
Concession Stand Co/Mangers
Shelly Frost/Virginia Ragsdale
615-390-4117/931-446-4780
n Stand
Parking Lot
Toon
Entrance to Park
Beechcroft Road
Ben Gary Field – Lollipop & T-Ball
Bathr
Glenn Hopkins Field - Lollipop
Table of Contents
League Representatives and Contacts
Page 2
Table of Contents
Page 3
Lions Club International Purpose
Page 4
Support your Spring Hill Lions Club Concession Stand
Page 5
Spring Hill Lions Club Local Efforts
page 6 & 7
Timeline
Page 8
General Information
Page 9
Inclement Weather Policy
Page 10
Heat Policy
Page 11
Parents Code of Conduct
Page 12
Coaches Code of Ethics
Page 13
Sports Complex Ball Map
Page 14 & 15
Contact information and Numbers
Page 16
Bobby Russell Field – Coach Pitch
Concessio
Tractor Shed
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Lions International
Purposes
SHLC Coaches’ Code of Ethics
I hereby pledge to live up to my certification as a SHLC Coach by
following the SHLC Coaches’ Code of Ethics:
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To Organize, charter and supervise service clubs to be
known as Lions clubs.
To Coordinate the activities and standardize the
administration of Lions clubs.
To Create and foster a spirit of understanding among the
peoples of the world.
To Promote the principles of good government and good
citizenship.
To Take an active interest in the civic, cultural, social and
moral welfare of the community.
To Unite the clubs in the bonds of friendship, good fellowship and mutual understanding.
To Provide a forum for the open discussion of all matters of
public interest; provided, however, that partisan politics
and sectarian religion shall not be debated by club
members.
To Encourage service-minded people to serve their
community without personal financial reward, and to
encourage efficiency and promote high ethical standards
in commerce, industry, professions, public works and
private endeavors.
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I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my players
ahead of a personal desire to win.
I will keep in mind the range of emotional and physical
development for the same age group.
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I will do my best to provide a safe playing situation for my players.
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I promise to review and practice basic first aid principles needed to
treat injuries of my players.
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I will do my best to organize practices that are fun and challenging
for all my players.
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I will lead by example in demonstrating fair play and sportsman-
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I will provide a sports environment for my team that is free of
drugs, tobacco, and alcohol, and I will refrain from their use at all
youth sports events.
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I will be knowledgeable in the rules of each sport that I coach, and
I will teach these rules to my players.
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I will use those coaching techniques appropriate for all of the skills
that I teach.
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I will remember that I am a youth sports coach, and that the game
I understand that I (the coach) will be suspended without
warning from the league for any violation of this Coaches’
Code of Conduct.
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Adopted from National Youth Sports (NYS): www.nysonline.org/
Rules/coc-parents.pdf
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We pledge to follow the National Youth Sports Parent’s Code of
Conduct:
I will remember that youth sports are played for fun!
I will be a role model for my team demonstrating how to treat other
players, parents, officials and coaches with respect at all times.
I will demonstrate good sportsmanship regardless of the score by acting
in a positive manner towards all players, officials, parents and coaches.
I will show respect to all referees, officials or umpires and never act in a
manner that would be disrespectful toward them.
I will be an encouragement to all players on all teams regardless of the
score.
I will place my child’s emotional and physical well-being ahead of my
own personal desire to win.
I will volunteer to help my child’s team by coaching, officiating, planning
team parties, team pictures, and team trophy orders, phone calls and/or
other needs.
I will not use drugs, tobacco or alcohol at any SHLC practices or games
and will remind other parents not to do so.
I will remember that the game is played for the youth and not for the
adults.
I will encourage my child to shake hands with the other team at the
conclusion of all games.
I will encourage my child to shake hands with the officials at the
conclusion of all games.
I understand that I and possibly my child will be suspended without warning from the league for any violation of this Parent’s Code
of Conduct.
Adopted from National Youth Sports (NYS): www.nysonline.org/Rules/
coc-parents.pdf
Why support the Lions Club Concession
Stand.
The concession stand funds stay in the Spring Hill Community.
Funds raised provide scholarships for high school seniors, local
daycare eyes-screenings for age 6 months to 5 years, fund eye
glasses for those with low income, provide assistance for
needy families, and community resources for non-profit groups.
Ways your team can support the Lions Club Concession Stand.
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Purchase tickets for $2.00 each for players on your team to
get a treat after each game is played.
Purchase drinks and food at the concession stand instead of
purchasing prior to games.
Concessions stand prices are listed below:
Hamburger
3.00
Hot Dog
2.00
Nachos
2.00
Chips
.75
Sunflowers Seeds
.75
Candy
1.00
Airhead
.25
Pickle
.75
Cool Pop
.25
Blow pop
.25
Soda
1.00
Juice Box
.50
Gatorade
1.50
Water
1.00
Cup of ice
.25
Thank you for your support to your community outreach
programs such as the Spring Hill Lions Club.
Spring Hill Lions Club reserves the right to change prices.
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Heat Index Guidelines for Youth Sports
Spring Hill Lions Club
Meetings:
When: The 2nd & 4th Thursdays each month at 7:00 PM
Where: At the Community Building on Maury Hill Rd. (basement)
Spring Hill, TN. During the summer all meetings are held at Pete
Boyd Recreational Complex.
Year Around
Help individuals in financial need by providing eye screenings
and glasses.
Provide assistance to nonprofit organizations in the Spring Hill
Community.
Used Eye Glass Collection Drive- We accept used, broken frames, and
lenses in men’s, women’s, and children sizes.
Businesses that help Spring Hill Lions Club with used eyeglasses
recycling program are:
Kroger’s
Yellow Drop box near Pharmacy Drive through
4900 Port Royal Rd.
Spring Hill Community Center Winchester Building
Yellow Drop box near entrance
Primary Eye Care
Yellow Drop box near entrance
5407 Main Street
Christopher Optical
Box inside business
5020 Spedale Court
Spring Hill Eye Care
Box inside business
5328 Main Street
Spring Hill Lions Club has implemented the following guidelines to deal with
extreme heat at all youth ball games and practices. It is designed to provide
participants with a standard for safe play in situations of extreme heat.
The two values that SHLC will take into account when modifying or canceling
games/practices are air temperature and relative humidity. The combination
of these two elements reflects the heat index. We will rely on the heat index
reading that is updated hourly by the National Weather Service.
SHLC has defined five heat index zones. These zones are based on
recommended guidelines published by the American College of Sports
Medicine (ACSM) for participation in sports activities during periods of
extreme heat. Because the heat index does not take into account wind and
direct sunlight, two degrees will be added to the stated heat index on sunny
and still days. Likewise, two degrees will be subtracted on cloudy and windy
days.
WHITE ZONE heat index of 65-80 degrees. In this range, the participant is in
very little danger from heat and no special measures will be taken.
YELLOW ZONE heat index of 81-98 degrees. In this range, coaches will be
encouraged to take extra steps to protect their players by making sure they
keep them hydrated and by encouraging players to drink water frequently.
ORANGE ZONE heat index of 99-105 degrees. In this range, SHLC will
implement the following at games: all measures taken in the Yellow Zone;
water coolers will be available at each field complex for
players/parents/fans; catchers will be allowed to catch only two innings in
succession. If it is a practice day, coaches are instructed to keep players well
hydrated and to take frequent breaks.
RED ZONE heat index ranging of 106 to 115 degrees. In this range, the SHLC
will implement the following for games: cancellations. Cancellations are at
the Recreation Supervisor’s discretion as well.
American College of Sports Medicine website: http://acsm.org/
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Inclement Weather Policy
All individuals participating in or observing an outdoor youth ball event are
responsible for their own safety and should monitor threatening weather
conditions. Before each practice, warm-up time, or game, the home plate
umpire is appoint as the designated “weather watcher.” The individual will
make the call to stop play, remove individuals from the field, and announce a
warning to the spectators.
When the weather becomes dangerous, the designated weather watcher will
announce that players and spectators, should seek appropriate shelter. A
fully enclosed vehicle with the windows rolled up tends to be safer than being
outside so long as contact with metal surfaces inside and outside the vehicle
is avoided.
All individuals should have the right to leave an athletic site or activity,
without fear of repercussion or penalty, in order to seek a safer structure or
location if they feel they are in danger from impending lighting activity.
Safety is the number one consideration, the activity can be made up later.
If activity has been suspended due to lightning, the designated weather
watcher should wait up to 30 minutes after the last lightning flash or sound
of thunder prior to resuming activity. Each time additional lightning is
observed or thunder is heard, a 30-minute waiting period could be reset.
Play should not be resumed even after the 30 minute waiting period if any
signs of thunderstorm activity remain in the area or if the weather forecast
indicates the threat is not over.
NO LIGHTNING SAFETY GUIDELINES CAN GUARANTEE ABSOLUTE SAFETY. IT
IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF EVERY PERSON TO BE AWARE OF WEATHER
CONDITIONS AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION TO BE SAFE. USE COMMON
SENSE AND GOOD JUDGEMENT. PLAN AHEAD AND MAKE SAFETY YOUR
NUMBER ONE PRIORITY.
Adopted form ASA Website: http://www.asasoftball.com/about/
lightning.asp
The Spring Hill Lions Club wants every child and parent to have a safe and fun
experience while playing games during the youth ball season.
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February - July Planning and Conducting Youth Ball Program
Monthly meetings 6:00 pm—2nd and 4th Thursdays of each
month prior to beginning of season.
May—2 -$1000 Scholarships awarded to one Spring Hill High
school and one Summit High school student in May of each year.
August—Spring Hill Lions Club Fundraiser event located in the
Pete Boyd Recreational Complex. Always the third Saturday in
August. Funds go to support community need projects.
September— Preform eye screenings at local daycare centers for
age 6 months to 5 years of age. 6 months to 5 years of age is the
time when you can prevent eye problems in young children.
Although, sight is fully developed after a child turns a year old, a
child’s brain may not have its full visual development until after 5
years of age. Spring Hill Lions club teams with TN Lions Eye
Center at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital in Nashville, TN to
provide needed screenings and care for those that have been
found to have eye problems at no cost to the patient. December—
Fund Holiday giving project to needy families in the Spring Hill
Community.
If you are interested on the programs we provide or would
like to become a Spring Hill Lion Club Member please look us
up on:
Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Spring-Hill-TN
-Lions-Club/127374303956781
or
Website at http://springhilltnlionsclub.org/
You may contact one or more of our league representatives found
on page 2 in this handbook.
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Time Line
General Information
Sign Up for Summer ball program
March 21 and 28
Deadline for all Sign up
April 15
(Only accept players to fill teams after this date)
Teams will be organized
April 30
Coaches will call parent meeting deadline
May 15
Ballpark opens/first games
May 26
Team Pictures
June 8-19
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No pets are allowed in park.
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No outside food is allowed in park.
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No coolers are allowed in park. Exceptions will be made if heat
index is over 100 degrees to allow water coolers only.
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No tobacco products allowed in dug outs or on field.
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Team Shirts can be picked up during the first week of games
between the concession stand and restrooms, only a coach or
assistant coach will have access to pick up the entire team shirts
and sign.
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No alternations of sponsor paid team shirts allowed, if altered
person will be dismissed from the field and asked not to return
until the person purchases another team shirt.
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Team and individual pictures will be taken during the first two
weeks of the ball season at the Red Maple pavilion in Evans
Park. Schedules will be posted on the concession stand wall. If
you miss your appointment you may reschedule with the
photographer during the two weeks by communicating a new
time with the photographer. The contact information is:
Troy Rubert Photography
(Check Schedules at Concession stand -Dates are Tentative)
Park Closed (Lions Club officer dinner)
June 25
931-446-4153
Park Closed (Holiday)
July 4
End of Season Tournaments
[email protected]
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Parents/Coaches may buy tickets at $2.00 each for concession
stand treat for each player after the game.
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Trophies will be provided for Lollipop and T-ball leagues. All
coach pitches leagues will be in tournaments and only first place
will be awarded medals.
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End of year parties are the responsibilities of coaches and
parents shelters may be reserved at Spring Hill Parks and
Recreation—931-487-0027.
July 21—31
Lions Club Fundraiser Event
August 16
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