Ingleside mustang Baseball We have much to accomplish in the Ingleside Mustang Baseball Program. As coaches, a great amount of time will be spent in the area of evaluation. We will be evaluating players physically as well as mentally. The following items will give players/parents a little insight into the type of person we are looking for. 1. Winners- Those people who will consistently “pay the price” to make this team a winner. Young men who take it upon themselves to make things happen, unlike those who sit back and wait for someone else to win the game. YOU DON’T RISE TO THE OCCASION; YOU SINK TO THE LEVEL OF YOUR TRAINING! 2. Positive People- Positive attitudes don’t guarantee success, but negative attitudes will guarantee failure. 3. Attitude- Attitude is the most important controllable asset you possess. Attitudes are contagious, is yours worth catching? 4. Competitors- We will not let the scoreboard dictate how hard we compete. 5. Team- We > Me 6. Consistent Approach- Do ordinary things with extraordinary consistency, commitment and focus. 7. Mentally Tough- Players who don’t let their past failures negatively affect their future performance. 8. Student of the Game- Players who pay attention to detail. Fundamentals, mechanics, extra effort are little things that turn into big things. 9. Coachable- Players who are willing to make adjustments to get better and maintain adjustments. Players who realize their coaches are on their team and want what is best for them. 10. Self- Confidence- Comes from preparation, positive self-talk and routines. 11. Accountable- Players who take responsibility for their actions. Eliminate all transfer of blame. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Season Goals Have fun! Learn fundamentals of baseball Learn about character and hard work Win 20 games Make the playoffs Win District 31-4A Win Region IV Win a State Championship

Baseball Policies As a coaching staff, our role is: a. b. c. d. e.

Set a good example for players and fans to follow. Creating a disciplined environment by being positive, fair and consistent with players Keeping everyone on the same page with organization Assisting and pushing players academically Providing the best baseball education and physical regimen possible to maximize our players’ baseball potential.

As a player, your role is: a. b. c. d. e. f.

Be positive and have a good attitude. Support your teammates. Focus and give great effort every day at practice. Know and follow school and team rules. Meet classroom expectations. Notify the coach of any scheduling or practice conflict in advance.

As a parent, your role is: a. b. c. d. e.

Be a fan of everyone on the team. Respect the decisions of the officials. Respect other fans, coaches, and players. Don’t talk to coaches on game day about a complaint. Understand the coaches’ responsibility is to make certain that students are safe and become better people/athletes. f. Be supportive of your child. g. Don’t poison the water toward a coach, the program, or teammates by conversation. h. Don’t talk to your son during the game. Rules to insure the above: 1.

Appearancea. Haircut- normal lengths, looking neat at all times. b. Facial Hair- will be within school guidelines. c. Earrings- will not be tolerated. d. Uniform (games and practices)-Shirt tucked in. Belt in belt loops. Royal socks or stirrups. Hats worn correctly. School colors and Ingleside baseball practice uniform worn daily. Cleats or athletic shoes must be worn at all times. 2. Academics-it is your responsibility to do the best you can in the classroom. a. Bi-weekly grade checks Monday’s & Thursday’s (2 timed poles per class failed) 3. Baseball Attendance

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a. All players are required to attend all scheduled practices, team meetings, treatment, and games. EVEN OVER SPRING BREAK AND OTHER HOLIDAYS! i. If you miss practice without calling a coach it will be treated as an unexcused absence. You will not play the next game. ii. Six unexcused absences and you will no longer be a part of the program. If you call and cannot attend practice you will have to makeup practice by running five poles before you can participate in the next game. b. If you miss a game you will also miss the next game and run 5 poles c. Be early- practice starts at 3:50 each day. Tardiness will result in extra conditioning. Discipline: We will not accept a lack of focus, effort, or respect for the rules. a. Getting in trouble at school (emails or after school detention) will result in 2 poles at the end of practice b. Tobacco, alcohol, illegal drugs and stealing- see athletic handbook. c. Coaches- our door is open and my phone is active for you if you need help in any way. We will be called COACH at all times. d. You will not miss practice/weights for a physical reason unless you go to trainer or doctor. Take pride in your facilities a. Always do your part in putting the field back together before and after practice/games. b. Never walk or jog across the infield grass unless the drill calls for it. c. Don’t warm-up in front of dugout. d. Put water bottles back where they belong. e. Don’t litter Cell phone use a. Cell phones will be in bat bags during the game. If they are out during practice/games they will be taken up. b. Cell phones will not be tolerated at practice. Game Conduct a. National Anthem- off the foul line, no talking, cap over heart. b. Players who have quality at-bats or score runs- everyone on bench should get up and congratulate the batter/runner. Celebrate the success of your teammates, when they succeed WE SUCCEED. c. Bench players- be in the game and part of the game. Help be a reason why we win. Be waiting on your chance. Never be bitter. d. No talking with fans while you are in on deck circle. Players should be focused on your upcoming at bat. e. Stay off umpires, never show them up. Expect bad calls, it’s part of the game. f. No ragging opponents, it’s not classy, we will win with class and character. g. If you are put in make it count, it is for a reason you were put in.

Ronnie Jonse Head Baseball Coach (512) 627-6139 [email protected]

Dylan Conway JV Baseball Coach (361) 772-1844 [email protected]

John Delgado Assistant Coach (361) 877-1399 [email protected]