Tribe Policies

Tribe Mission Statement

The purpose of the Tribe Softball organization is to improve the softball skills of each participant, to teach and exhibit good sportsmanship, to have fun playing softball, and to win as many games as possible.  There is no guarantee of playing time during games, but there is much to be gained by the experience.

Coaches

Our coaches are expected to be firm but never disrespectful to a player. Coaches will promote a team spirit and do their best to help the players improve their skills.  The coaches’ decisions will be made based on what is believed to be the best for the team over what may be best for an individual. It should be understood that our coaches are all volunteers that dedicate significant amounts of personal time to the team.

Parental Conduct

Parents are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that exhibits good sportsmanship and sets an example for their children. Cheering and having fun is always welcome. Parents yelling at players, coaches, the opposing team or umpires will not be tolerated.  Coaches are the only people permitted to address an umpire and they will do so at their discretion. From time to time we will play teams whose coaches and/or fans will act inappropriate; we will not tolerate that behavior in our organization. People who are unable to behave themselves at the park and set an example of how to act with class will have their player removed from the team.  

Parents are encouraged to help their daughter improve her skills by working outside of practice or taking her to individual lessons and camps.The coaches reserve the right to remove a player from the roster for the actions of the player's parents if such actions are deemed by the coaches to have a negative impact on the team's overall performance,morale, safety, or reputation.

Parents who posts on public forums/social media should always refrain from making negative comments that can be associated with our teams. If others happen to post negative comments about us, simply ignore it because responding will only escalate the problem.

Complaints from Parents

Never approach a coach during, before or right after a game because tension will be higher at that time. Any comments or complaints should be discussed with the Coach only, and away from the ballpark, away from other parents and certainly not where players can hear the discussion.  Coaches will have an open door policy as long as comments and complaints are handled appropriately. Any parent or other relative who violates this policy is subject to having their player immediately and permanently removed from the team. REMEMBER NOT ONLY ARE YOU REPRESENTING YOUR CHILD BUT EVERYONE ELSE WHO IS PART OF THE TRIBE ORGANIZATION AS WELL

Player Commitment

Tribe Softball is a family oriented organization that is intended to be enjoyed by everyone that is involved.  Players are expected to always be respectful to coaches, parents and their teammates. Players should be on time for events with the right attitude and enthusiasm. Players or Parents are expected to contact their coach in advance if they are going to be late or miss an event.  It is understood that schedule conflicts will arise, but if such conflicts become a problem then the player will be warned and possibly removed from the team. Players will be expected to listen when a coach is talking and they will be asked to follow instructions to the best of their ability.  The coaches reserve the right to remove a player from a game and/or the roster if the player fails to participate as agreed.

Gameday Attire

All players must comply to the following dress code for games.  Even if we don't always play our best, we will look like a ball team.  This is not an optional policy.

Jerseys:  Always must be tucked in before entering the dugout

Batting Helmets:  Team issue (no airbrush or decals other than team issued)

Jewelry:  None allowed while playing

Parent/Fan Gear

Decals, shirts, hats, etc. must be purchased through Tribe Softball. No unauthorized use of the Tribe Softball logos is permitted.