Belmont-Redwood Shores Little League

We Need Volunteers!

Belmont Redwood Shores Little League relies on a devoted legion of adult volunteers to help ensure that the organization remains structured and runs smoothly. We are always looking for responsible and enthusiastic individuals to support and coordinate Little League events and activities!

Become a Volunteer

Like many other leagues, Belmont / Redwood Shores Little League requires a minimum level of volunteer support from parents of all players at every level of play. The quality of the program is directly proportional to the support given by parents.

Volunteering is a “win-win” situation for both the league and the kids, and you’ll have fun doing it. We are always looking for responsible and enthusiastic individuals to support and coordinate Little League events and activities.

As a volunteer, you should have a keen interest in the safety, well-being, and overall development of children. By reading further, you will discover that the benefits of volunteering are endless. You will also gain a better understanding of why you should become involved, who volunteers are, what you can do, and how you can sign up.

Volunteering - Frequently Asked Questions

Who can volunteer?

Anyone can apply to become a volunteer. All parents of children involved in Little League Baseball are strongly encouraged to volunteer. As a parent, volunteer, you have the opportunity to spend quality time with your child in a safe, fun-filled environment. Oftentimes, parent and child social lives parallel each other. Volunteering allows your life and your child's life to intersect on common ground, with shared interests and goals.

What volunteer positions are there?

There are a wide variety of volunteer positions, so you can choose one that fits your schedule and interest. Positions include: Board of Directors, Head Coaches, Assistant Coaches, Field Prep Crew, Team Parents, Photographers, Safety Officers, Scorekeepers, Umpires and general volunteers who assist the Managers and Coaches on an as needed basis.

What experience do I need to become a volunteer?

No experience is required to become a volunteer. Most of the volunteer opportunities require little or no training. We will provide you with any necessary training (as well as support and encouragement), as deemed necessary.

How can I apply to become a volunteer?

During the registration process, select the volunteer position that you are interested in and League official or your child’s manager/coach will contact you.

Does every volunteer have to have a background check done?

Yes. As part of Little League Baseball Regulation I (b) and I(c) 8 & 9 all local Little Leagues are required to conduct background checks on managers, coaches, board of directors members and any other persons, volunteers or hired workers, who provide regular service to the league and/or have repetitive access to, or contact with, players or teams.

Is it possible that I could be denied the opportunity to volunteer?

On rare occasions, Little League, through District Administrators and your local Board of Directors, may deny individuals the privilege of volunteering for reasons, past or present that may be detrimental to the positive development of young people, other volunteers, and/or Little League International. When you apply to become a volunteer, you give the local Little League organization the right to conduct necessary background checks.

I have more questions!

Email us at [email protected]!

Adult Volunteer Opportunities

Team Managers and Coaches are the most visible group of volunteers because of their direct and sustained contact with the players. One to two games, plus one to two practices per week, consume a great deal of time. However, those parents with the available time will find that managing or coaching are very rewarding ways to contribute to our youth, and interested applicants are always welcome.

Time commitment varies by division, and remember much of the time is at games and practices where you are likely to be anyway! Approximate time commitments below are perhaps typical of the A or AA division. Time commitment is less for T-Ball and likely more for the upper divisions since there are more and longer practices and games.

All volunteers must complete a JDP Background Check. Email [email protected] to request a link.

Head Coach
Approximate time commitment per week: 8 – 10 hours from mostly December to June

Spring 2025 Update: The roles of the Manager and the Head Coach are being combined under the Head Coach to avoid confusion.

The Head Coach is responsible for developing players, running the team, and ensuring the season goes smoothly, as the primary baseball "expert". The Head Coach works with the Division Coordinator (DC), and ensures information from the league reaches the team. The Head Coach understands, communicates, and enforces the Little League Philosophy, Rules and Codes of Conduct. (All of this will be reviewed in a coaches’ meeting before the season starts). Must complete all required background checks and safety training requirements.

The Head Coach is the one ultimately responsible for running practices and games. You can work with your Assistant Coach(es) and delegate some responsibilities to ensure team is run well. The league is also happy to pair you up with coaches.

Other responsibilities include:

Conduct team parents/players meeting.
Attend the Positive Coaching Alliance meeting, the division Coaches meeting, and at least one Coaching Clinic.
Upper Division Coaches (AA and up): must attend evaluations (tryouts) and the draft.
Recruit/Assign Assistant Coaches, Umpires, Field Prep, Scorekeeper, Safety Officer, Team Parents, and Photographer volunteers for the team.
Plan and run practices to ensure player development.
Prepare the team for games and ensure that the games are run smoothly.
Act as contact between the team and the DC for any communication of events, information, concerns, questions, etc.

Assistant Coach
Approximate time commitment per week: 4 - 7 hours from February to June

The Assistant Coach is responsible for helping the Head Coach with running practices and games to ensure players are developed and the season goes smoothly. The size of the coaching role can vary, depending on the needs of the Head Coach and how many Assistant Coaches are on the team. All coaches should understand, communicate and enforce the Little League Philosophy, Rules and Codes of Conduct. Must attend coaches' meeting and complete all required background checks and safety training requirements.

Team Umpires
Approximate time commitment per week: 2 hours from February to June

In A and AA, parents umpire their own team’s games. This is a super fun and low-time-commitment way to be involved as you get the best seat in the house. Umpiring in the lower divisions requires minimal baseball knowledge. We only ask that every Umpire officiates games as fairly as possible using own best judgment, following both Little League Rules and Local Rules for BRSLL.

Every lower division team should have at least 2 team umpires. All umpires must attend one Umpire Clinic prior to the season starting.

Starting in AAA, umpires cannot call their own kids’ game, so the time commitment level goes up. If you (or your player) are interested in umpiring in the upper divisions, please email [email protected].

No umpires are needed for T-Ball as Coaches act as Umpires.

Team Scorekeeper (AA and up only)
Approximate time commitment per week: 2 hours from February to June

Responsible for recording score in the GameChanger App when home team (though most teams will keep score as visiting team also). Required for AA and above only (T-Ball and A Divisions do not keep score). Must attend training session unless granted exception due to prior experience.

Field Prep/Maintenance
Approximate time commitment per week: 2 hours from February to June

The field prep crew, ideally with at least 2 parents, are responsible for preparing the field before the game is played and dismantling it after the game. Getting the dirt fields ready involves dragging the field, watering it, chalking it and placing the bases. Getting the artificial turf fields ready involves placing outfield cones and placing the bases and mound, if any. Post-game field duties involve dragging the field, watering it and removing the bases. Both teams in a game are jointly responsible for setup and cleanup.

This is not a popular job, but it is very important, and once you learn how to do it, also very easy. If your team doesn’t have help here, the coaches end up doing this work and not participating in the team’s warm-ups, and this will have a negative impact on the team. Must attend training session unless granted exception due to prior experience.

Safety Officer
Approximate time commitment per week: 2 hours from February to June

Safety Officer is primarily responsible for helping to ensure the players and coaches are properly supported from a safety perspective. This includes ensuring first aid kits and ice packs are available on-site at each game, being ready with a cell-phone if needed, ensuring the team's equipment is available and working properly, the field is safe prior to the game, monitoring for unsafe behavior at games, and assisting the coaches and/or umpires in the event of an injury or emergency. Must complete all safety training requirements including attending sessions.

Team Parent
Approximate time commitment per week: 2 hours from February to June

Team Parent is responsible for coordinating various social activities and administrative tasks for the team for positive team building. Responsibilities include:

Coordinating date and venue for team’s end of season party
Coordinating team’s end of season gift for coaches
Managing snack rotation for games (assignment on TeamSnap)
Assigning a "dugout wrangler" for lower divisions (AA, A, T-Ball)
Collecting all required registration paperwork from team families (Concussion, SCA, and Code of Conduct Acknowledgements and Little League Medical Release Form)

Team Parent should also understand the Little League Philosophy, Rules and Codes of Conduct.

Photographer (to be selected after team formation)
Approximate time commitment per week: 2 hours from February to June

Must be at games and practices
Create a shared folder to drop photos throughout the season
Provide team’s best photos for league yearbook

Board Member Exemption

Volunteering exemption for members of the 2024-2025 BRSLL Board.

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