1. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION MISCONCEPTIONS/FALSE RUMORS

2. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION  District Administrator or Staff may release players to another League without a waiver  Presidents or BOD members may release players to another League without requesting a waiver. MISCONCEPTIONS/FALSE RUMORS  Background checks are only required for new persons  Previous years managers/coaches have tenure and MUST be appointed  It’s OK to let out of boundary children play T-Ball/Coach Pitch  Military dependents MUST play aboard base  Players may automatically play where their parents work  It is alright to play regular season (not All-Stars) in any League

3. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION MISCONCEPTIONS/FALSE RUMORS  Districts/Leagues may play each other without approval  BOD members may also be administratively involved in other programs  League boundaries and school boundaries are the same  The sibling of a FORMER II(a)/II(d) or IV(h) waivered player automatically qualifies for a waiver (grandfathered into the League).  A League may change/alter any Little League Rule or Regulation  The BOD can be made up of a majority of managers & coaches.  Leagues may not go together to form All-Star teams  Leagues MUST form All-Star teams and buy special uniforms  League/Player information is public knowledge and can be shared

4. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION DATE: June 21, 2005 TO: All California District Administrators and local Little Leagues FROM: Little League international RE: Bulletin - Abstract Birth Records in California The State of California Department of Health Services determined that effective July 1, 2003, there will be two types of certified copies of birth records. 1. The first type is a regular certified copy identical to those issued prior to July 1, 2003. These will be issued only to authorized individuals as defined by California Health and Safety Code Section 103526. 2. The second type is also a regular certified copy; however, it will have a legend across the face with the statement “INFORMATIONAL, NOT A VALID DOCUMENT TO ESTABLISH IDENTITY.” Both of these documents are certified copies of the original document on file with the State of California, and as such are acceptable to Little League International. However, a third form previously acceptable to Little League is no longer acceptable. In compliance with the State of California, Department of Health Services, State Registrar, June 27, 2003, certified abstract of birth is no longer acceptable as proof of age in California. Little League International 539 U.S. Route 15 Hwy P.O. Box 3485 Williamsport, PA 17701-0485 MISCONCEPTIONS/FALSE RUMORS Non-Acceptance of California Abstract was directed by Little League HQ

5. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION PAPERWORK

6. PAPERWORK Player Registration Form:  May design and use local form Contain same information/data  Use for ALL players  Completed PRIOR to tryout

7. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION PAPERWORK Medical Release Form:  Use THIS form  Use for ALL players  Completed PRIOR to tryout

8. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION PAPERWORK Player Verification Form: Required for All-Stars Fill out at Registration No last minute rush No accidental All-Star notification

9. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION PAPERWORK II(a)/II(d) Waiver Form:  Player Generates Qualification Played in League in previous year Lived in boundaries while playing  Brother/Sister Qualifies Played in League while sibling played  Residence Proofs Three proofs required Dated while player lived in League boundaries  Good For Duration of Career No break in play

10. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION PAPERWORK IV(h) Waiver Form:  Adult Generates Qualification Volunteered in League for previous two years Lived in boundaries when volunteer service began  Residence Proofs Three proofs required Dated while adult lived in League boundaries  Good For Duration of Career No break in play  Release By Current League Required for approval

11. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION PAPERWORK School Enrollment Form:  Player Generates Qualification Currently attending school Certified by school official: o Administrator, Principal, Vice-Principal  Inside League Boundaries  Certified School No home school, on-line school, etc.  Copy To District Administrator

12. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION PAPERWORK Residency Waiver Request Form:  Requested By Parent(s)  Makes Child ineligible for ANY All-Stars  MUST be notarized  MUST be signed by BOTH LEAGUE Presidents  Good for ONE (1) season ONLY

13. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION V(a) Waiver Form:  Requested By Parent(s)  Makes Child ineligible for ANY All-Stars  MUST be accompanied by statement from parents  MUST be accompanied by statement from P.A.  MUST be signed by President  Good for ONE (1) season ONLY PAPERWORK

14. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION PAPERWORK SPECIAL WAIVER REQUEST  In writing from League/District  MUST be renewed EVERY YEAR  On District/League letterhead  Submitted to District Administrator  Submitted to Regional Director  Submitted to Charter Committee Final approval/disapproval Not valid/invalid until acted upon by committee

15. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION LEAGUE REQUESTS

16. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION LEAGUE REQUESTS LEAGUE A 5 LEAGUE C 1 LEAGUE B 6

17. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION LEAGUE REQUESTS LEAGUE A 3 Teams LEAGUE C 4 Teams LEAGUE B 1 Team

18. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION LEAGUE REQUESTS SPECIAL GAMES REQUESTS Little League Teams Non-Little League Teams

19. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION REQUIRED FORMS

20. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION REQUIRED FORMS VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

21. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION REQUIRED FORMS RETURNING VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

22. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION ACCIDENT CLAIM FORM REQUIRED FORMS

23. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION REQUIRED FORMS ACCIDENT TRACKING FORM

24. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION GENERAL INFORMATION

25. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION GENERAL INFORMATION  Unless waivered, in writing, follow ALL Little League Rules & Regulations  Perform background checks on ALL volunteers who contact the children  Ensure ALL documentation is completed prior to FIRST GAME  ALL volunteers appointed by the President & approved by BOD  Submit player rosters to Williamsport by required date  Complete and submit SAFETY PLAN (Williamsport & District)  Ensure CONSTITUTION has been reviewed & approved within past 2 years  Ensure Charter and all Insurance fees paid PRIOR to first tryout

26. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION GENERAL INFORMATION ESTABLISH COMMITTEES ELECTION COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE GROUNDS COMMITTEE EQUIPMENT COMMITTEE UNIFORMS COMMITTEE FUND RAISING COMMITTEE

27. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION GENERAL INFORMATION REGISTRATION  Proof of Residence (check ALL PLAYERS) Three different types 2/1/2015 – 1/31/2016 NLT 1 st Tryout  Proof of Age (check ALL PLAYERS) Birth Certificate NOT California Abstract NOT Hospital Certificate Certificate In Lieu Of Issued by District Administrator Requirements in Rule Book NLT 1 st Tryout

28. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION GENERAL INFORMATION NEW TOC RULES/PROCEDURES Maximum of Two (2) Teams per Division  APPROVED Safety Plan  ALL Fees Paid  INCREASES in team number per League NOT ALLOWED Ninety-six (96) hours [4 days] prior to scheduled start date  League determines REGULAR SEASON team entries Recommend 1 st and 2 nd place teams No plan = No entry allowed

29. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION GENERAL INFORMATION NEW TOC RULES/PROCEDURES  No Pool Players  No Replacement Players  Teams MAY NOT change designations Team #1 plays as Team #1 Violation WILL result in disqualification of League for that division Team names/entry positions will be provided by President to D.A.  Via E-mail  Seventy-two (72) hours [three days] prior to scheduled tournament start date

30. 2016 LEAGUE PRESIDENT PRESENTATION GENERAL INFORMATION NEW TOC RULES/PROCEDURES  Entry Fee of $25.00 per DIVISION Revenue for Big League Softball & Baseball  Equipment (helmets, catchers gear, etc.)  NOT for charter, uniforms, etc. Fee MAY be Refunded provided:  President notifies DA of team(s) withdrawing  Ninety-six (96) hours [4 days] prior to tournament scheduled start date  Once withdrawn, team(s) MAY NOT re-enter TOC  League’s using paid umpires WILL NOT be allowed to host any TOC Tournament  League must have team in Tournament Level to HOST that level