I. To provide girls of all ages the opportunity for
involvement/participation in an organized softball program.
A. Provide information to coaches, players, schools, and parks &
recreation department, detailing schedules, deadlines, and other
Rawlings Youth Girls Softball League activities. (2/28/02)
B. Provide community notification of schedules, deadlines, and other
activities, utilizing local media venues. (2/28/02 to 05/01/02)
C. Minimize participant's financial responsibilities through the
utilization of community resources. (05/01/03).
II. Develop and enhance coaches and players skills.
A. Provide skill enhancement seminars/clinics for coaches and players
in cooperation with the USC Athletic Department and other established
resources. (05/01/03)
B. Organize a resource pool to provide for specialized assistance in
skill development. (05/01/03)
III. Create a safe environment for players, coaches, officials
and spectators.
A. Ensure optimal playing conditions through cooperation with USC by
inspecting fields, maintaining a list of upgrade needs, and by meeting
weekly with USC staff to address concerns. (05/30/02)
B. Ensure background information is completed on all coaching staff
and league officials. (Ongoing)
C. Develop and implement standards for appropriate player, coach, and
spectator conduct. (05/15/02)
D. Provide supplementary insurance policy for players during the
official league season. (Annually)
E. Maintain qualified officiating staff. (Annually)
IV. Develop and implement plans and programs that promote
community involvement, self-esteem, responsibility and positive
citizenship through involvement with Rawlings Youth Girls Softball
League.
A. Develop relationships with civic leaders, educational
institutions, and community organizations, ensuring growth and
development of the Rawlings Youth Girls Softball League. (Ongoing)
B. In cooperation with the local business community, governmental
agencies, and educational institutions, develop and implement a higher
education scholarship program for Rawlings Youth Girls Softball League
participants. (05/30/03)
C. Create a mentoring program utilizing local athletic program.
(Ongoing)
D. Continue and improve media coverage. (Ongoing)
V. Create and implement a means of securing financial
resources ensuring the continued growth and stability of Rawlings Youth
Girls Softball League.
A. Seek and obtain available grant money to defer and minimize the
cost of player participation. (Annually)
B. Pursue corporate sponsorship requesting in-kind as well as
monetary contributions. (Ongoing)
C. Develop an annual budget process ensuring fiscal responsibility to
stake holders. (05/30/02)