Sportsmanship
Our programs operate under the rules and guidelines established by Arcadia Little League. Our goal is to provide a healthy environment for the youth of our community to learn and enjoy the great game of Baseball and to advance their Baseball skills while teaching them key values like honesty, integrity, and respect. This can be accomplished when our parents, coaches, and league officials work closely together to teach fundamental Baseball skills as well as leading by example, practicing good sportsmanship, and being respectful of the competition.
Little League Pledge
The Little League Pledge was written by Peter J. McGovern, the late president of Little League Baseball, in 1954.
I trust in God
I love my country
And will respect its laws
I will play fair
And strive to win
But win or lose
I will always do my best
The history of the little league pledge is available at
http://www.littleleague.org/Learn_More/About_Our_Organization/pledge.htm
Little League 10 Commandments for Parents
If all parents were to read and follow these promises, then the games and the season will be more fun for everyone.
1. I shall not criticize the umpire unless ready to assume his duties.
2. I shall not complain about anyone unless I have labored more hours on Little League programs than they have.
3. I shall not be a grand stand manager.
4. I shall remember that only nine team members can play at any one time.
5. I shall set an example of sportsmanship for my child to follow.
6. I shall not be critical unless willing to put out the necessary effort to correct my criticism.
7. I shall remember that all managers, coaches, team moms, officers, directors and umpires are volunteer workers.
8. I shall remember that all officers and other personnel must earn a living and can not work on Little League full time.
9. I shall offer my services for work whenever possible.
10. I shall encourage my child to follow the Little League Pledge.
Constitution
The constitution of Arcadia Little League. The constitution is only updated when an amendment is made. This copy of the constitution is from 2005, but it is still valid.
Snack Bar Guidelines
The snack bar revenue is a significant component of our league's budget, so please support your snack bar! The snack bar is a major source of revenue for the Arcadia Little League. For this reason The Arcadia Little League Board of Directors encourages parents to buy tickets from the snack bar to hand out to the team on their assigned snack day. Usually, each child's parents are assigned two snack days per season for the team. If this is a burden forthe parents to purchase tickets on both occasions, please encourage them to purchase the tickets at least once and then bring their own snacks the next time. Tickets are one dollar ($1.00) each and should be purchased for each team member (including Managers and Coaches) only. It is recommended that parents provide the same amount of tickets as there are team members regardless of whether any children are absent. Extra tickets can be given to the Manager to use at his discretion.