TOYOTA BLUEGRASS MIRACLE LEAGUE
RULES AND PROCEDURES

GAME DAY PROCEDURES
Arrive at the field at least 30 minutes prior to game time. We play a lot of games in very rapid succession. Your player needs to be ready to go at the assigned start time. An early arrival gives us time to match your player with the most appropriate buddy. Late arrivals and no shows are disruptive for everyone. If you can’t make a game let your coach know. 

The TBML is about players getting to meet and interact with new friends. Unless you are a coach or a buddy, please stay off the field and out of the dugout. Sit back, take a break and enjoy. You deserve a break. 

Having special needs and being medically fragile are two different issues. If your child is medically fragile, please communicate this fact to your coach. Work with your coach so we can create and maintain a safe play environment for your child. 

BAD WEATHER PROCEDURES
In the event the weather (rain/extreme heat/extreme cold) could cause game delays or cancellations please follow the steps listed below: 

Check the Web site www.bluegrassmireacle.org for cancellations or delays. If the long range weather forecast looks threatening we will start posting weather bulletins 1 or 2 days before game day. A final go/no go decision will be made no later than 8:00 a.m. game day.
 
If you don’t have access to the Web, call your coach. Be sure to get your coaches phone number.

TBML GAME RULES
The game is designed to ensure that everyone gets a hit, everyone gets on base and everyone scores.
Teams consists of no more than 12 players.
Each team has a Coach and an Assistant Coach.
A safety ball (soft outer shell) is used.
A batter can choose a pitched ball, a batting Tee or be assisted by a buddy. 
The games will consist of two innings or one hour of play.

TIPS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The focus is FUN.
Each player is an individual, get to know them, their interests and needs. 

BUDDIES
Are used primarily in the infield when the other team is batting.
-Help protect players from:
* hit balls,
* thrown balls,
* on coming runners,
* overly aggressive play,
* bats.
-Help players get the ball and throw it to the appropriate base.
-Can help players bat and run the bases with them.
-Need to keep players involved (chatter, etc.) in the game. 

HEAD COACHES
-Coordinate team activities with the Assistant Coach and maintain contact with players and families.
-Ensure that each player receives a uniform.
-Communicate concerns regarding specific players to the League officials.
-Manage team equipment and ensures its arrival before each game.
-Provide copies of team line-up to umpire and announcer before each game.
-Pitch.
-Make sure players have the opportunity to learn new skills.
-Keep up the team spirit.
-Follow general National Alliance for Youth Sports coaching guidelines. 

ASSISTANT COACHES
-Assist Head Coach with the team.
-Pitch.
-Verifies that each player has an assigned Buddy. 

Everybody needs to watch for over heating, dehydration and overexertion.
The parents will provide health issues and special requirements to the coaches .