REC PROGRAM: Coaching Guidelines

Franklin Township Softball Coaching Guidelines

Revised 04/01/2025

PRACTICE

Before Practice:

• FIRST PRACTICE OF THE DAY: Ensure all holes in the infield are filled in.

• Arrive early to set up any necessary equipment prior to the start of practice.

• Use one bucket of balls for practice. Another team may need the second bucket.

After Practice:

• Check the dugout to make sure no personal items or trash were left behind.

• Ensure all balls are returned to the bucket.

• Place all catcher’s gear and the heart guard back into the bag; zip and hang the bag.

• Return the hitting net to the bag if used.

• Return all other items to the shed.

• Check trash cans to see if any are full. If so, remove the bag and place it in one of the dumpsters. Remember to always put a new bag in the trash can.

• LAST PRACTICE OF THE DAY: Fill in holes with the rake and drag the fields.

GAME DAY

Before Game:

• FIRST GAME OF THE DAY: Both coaches should arrive early to prepare and line the fields.

• Each team may use one bucket of balls and warm up in a grassy area or the outfield; Please stay off the infield prior to games beginning.

• Complete lineup cards and assign score books to a scorekeeper. Scores should be kept by both teams.

After Game:

• Follow all “After Practice” procedures.

• Report game scores in GroupMe.

• LAST GAME OF THE DAY: Fill in holes with the rake and drag the fields.

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