Seeking Volunteers

South Portage Little League is volunteer organization. Bringing the best possible baseball and softball experiences to our families is our mission. Accomplishing this mission takes a lot of help and involvement from our many volunteers. Below is list of volunteer positions we are currently seeking.       Note:  South Portage Little League is 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.

Coaches

Coaches are the most important volunteers. A coach is usually the first mentor and authority figure a child interacts with other than a parent or a teacher. A coach is a leader and a role model. Not only is a coach responsible for teaching and developing a players skills, they are also responsible for building up a childs sense of self worth and helping them realize their full potential of all they can aspire to and accomplish. A good coach can have an extremely positive impact on a child that can last a lifetime. South Portage Little League expectations for our coaches are that they have a knowledge of the game, are able to teach players in a manner that is appropriate for their age and skillset, and that they acknowledge the importance of demonstrating teamwork and sportsmanship for their players.  Average Time Commitment: 6-12 hours/week, April-July.

Concessions Managers

Concessions Managers are responsible for the shift-operations of the Concession functions at South Portage Little League.  Working with the Concessions Director, coordinate the opening and closing activities of the concession stand(s).  Basic food preparation required to stock fresh food items.  Coordinate the nightly concession workers assignments and be available to answer any questions.  Inventory and nightly deposit functions may be required.    Average Time Commitment: 3-12 hours/week, April-July.

Field Director

The Field Director is responsible for coordinating the coach/volunteer schedule for assignment of onsite Field Director for each day/night of League gameplay.  Establish the schedule and communicate with Coaches their assignment.  Coordinate any changes to ensure full schedule coverage.  Provide training and guidance on duties that the Field Director helps coordinate.  Average Time Commitment: 1-4 hours/week,