Chapter 3

The Team Manager

A. Team Manager Responsibilities

The success of the South Bay Sports Program depends largely on the leadership qualities and interests of the Team Manager. Team Managers organize teams and individuals for competition and recreation in Intramural Sports leagues prior to the beginning of each season. There is, however, more responsibility to being a Team Manager than simply sending an e-mail or signing your name on an application. The Team Manager must serve as a liaison between the South Bay Sports Office and his team.

As a player, the Team Manager is held to a higher standard. Team Managers should set an example for teammates by playing within the spirit of the rules and exhibiting a high level of sportsmanship. Furthermore, Team Managers should attempt to address player conduct situations and incidents involving their teams before game Officials must step in to deal with the situation. Together, we can help make South Bay Sports the most enjoyable Recreational Sports experience possible.

The Team Manager is also our link to his team. Team Managers relay important dates and information to the rest of their team and inform teammates of all the information included in this South Bay Sports Handbook.

Verification of player eligibility is also an important Team Manager responsibility. Team Managers should familiarize themselves with all eligibility rules, as ultimately they are responsible for ensuring all members of their team are eligible to participate in South Bay Sports.

If you have any questions regarding games, scheduling or general information, please feel free to contact your South Bay Sport Supervisor in the South Bay Sports Office. Sport Supervisors may be reached at (310) 489-7054.

B. Team Manager`s Meetings

The week before each season begins, Team Manager`s Meetings will be held to inform Team Managers of current South Bay Sports policies and procedures.

While these meetings are not mandatory, failure to attend results in the loss of your ability to protest or reschedule any South Bay Sports activity. More information concerning the day, time, and location of these meetings will be distributed to all Team Managers. Generally, Team Manager`s Meetings are held the Thursday evening before each season begins.

C. Sport Rules

Sport rules and CoRec modifications for all sports may be obtained via the South Bay Sports Website at http://www.southbaysport.com

D. League Schedules

Team Managers should check the South Bay Sports Website for their team’s schedule on a weekly basis. The website can be accessed through www.southbaysport.com .

Regular-season schedules will be posted on the South Bay Sports web site before 5:00 p.m. the Friday before each season starts. It is the Team Manager`s responsibility to check the schedule regularly. Absolutely no game information will be provided over the phone.