Every successful team has rules (some established by the league) and we expect strict adherence. Failure to follow the rules leads to discipline problems which erode the positive results. Failure to follow rules can also result in suspension from some or all remaining games. (We're here for baseball not conflict management.)

1Be constructive

• Work hard, lead by example, be positive and constructive in all criticism.
  
• If you have a personality problem with another player, talk to a coach one on one.
  
• If some part of your game is not going as well as you want, don't get down, get help; ask for individual instruction.

2 Take care of yourself

• Get maximum performance from maximum nutrition - foods and liquids.
  
• Eat a decent breakfast before weekend games, healthy snacks or meals at all times, including between tournament games
• Remember: concession stand hot dogs and hamburgers are for fans, officials, opposition teams - not for you.
• NO Smoking, Drinking, Drug Use will be tolerated. Failure to comply is an AUTOMATIC league suspension.

3 Be dressed to play

• Check your glove and spikes 24 hours before each game or practice (in case repairs/replacement is needed).
• Arrive for games in a complete uniform, wear it smartly and with pride.
  Sloppy dress = sloppy play.
• Remember: No clothes dryer for uniforms, always drip dry.
  
• For practices, come with an extra long-sleeve top or warm-up jacket, plus baseball or sweat pants (NO SHORTS!), plus a cap, your cup and spikes (metal or rubber, baseball only).

4 Use time wisely

• Show up NO LATER THAN 60 MINUTES PRIOR to a game.
  
• On arrival, hustle in and out of the dugout, be on the field in full uniform by 50 minutes prior, and get on with your pre-game warm up.
• Our practices will be structured for maximum value in minimum time, so be on time for those, too.
  When we start as a team, we think like a team.

5 You play, we'll coach

• Let coaches handle disputes and disagreements while you focus on performance.
  
• Players are not to argue calls/decisions during games.
  
• Equipment throwing, abuse of park facilities, or swearing will get you removed from the game. Insubordination will put you on the bench.
  
• Co-operation in practice is just as important.

6 Never play injured

• We know you joined to play; we know you want to participate. But never play in pain.
• An untreated injury can take you out of way more than one game - it can cost you the sport.
• Even aches should not be ignored. Don't mask pain with medicine, or heat or ice. Please get it checked out. And always, always let the coaches know immediately.