Why We Exist:
Our primary focus is not to create an elite youth baseball team, but to focus on developing our boys into mature, responsible young men.
As Coaches, we are teachers first and foremost. We will demonstrate our core values in everything we do.
As Members of the LES Family, we will NOT compete against each other. We will compete together for our common goals and against anything that keeps us from growing as players, coaches and parents.
Lake Erie Scouts Youth Baseball exists to foster the following qualities in your young players by:
- Respecting Others
- Learning Independence on and off the Field
- Responsibility for Actions, Attitude, and Effort
- Mastery of Fundamental Baseball Skills
Measuring Success:
Attitude & Character
- Humility
- Courage
- Perseverance
- Discipline
- Selflessness
- Class
- Tenacity
- Self-Control
Baseball Skills
- Muscle Memory and Body Control
- Physical and Mental Approach
- Arm Strength and Care
- Pitching, Fielding and Hitting Fundamentals
- Fundamentals
- Game Situations
- Competing Against Others
- Winning and Losing with Class
How can you help as Parents:
- Be a “Silent” Supporter
- Relieve pressure instead of creating it
- Demonstrate a constant emotional approach to your player
- Be affirming to your player regardless of performance
- Express your support as a parent, not as a coach or umpire
- Handle success and failure with consistency
- Reinforce baseball skills at home that are being taught
- Take responsibility to support all players on our team, not just your player
- Take responsibility for your own actions
Our Core Values
We will:
- Win and Lose with Class
- Have Fun
- Play and Work Hard
- Respect Everyone
- Have a Positive Attitude
- Strive for Baseball Excellence in Every Area
- Be All In
- Be an Example of Great Sportsmanship
Team Rules:
- Have Fun
- Play Hard
- Get Better Everyday
- Be a Good Teammate
- Appreciate Those Who Support You