Training and Coaches Corner 

This page provides links, guidelines, and important information for coaches to prepare their team to play in PGSL.

Coaches Toolbox

A coaches toolbox has been set up on the PGSL Google Drive. Click the link to access helpful information and documentation for your coaching journey.  In the google folder you will find:

• Instructions for signing up and completing PGSL's coaches training program
• Coaches meeting presentation
• An example practice plan
• Line up cards, skills, drills, and much more
  

Positive Coaching Alliance

PGSL believes strongly in the Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) principles and believes that youth sports, especially softball, help our children in school, the workplace and life. Promoting a “Development Zone®”, “Filling Emotional Tanks”, focusing on “Effort, Learning and ability to persist through Mistakes and adversity”, and “Honoring the Game” are the core concepts that the PCA provides; Power of Positive. PGSL offers a great opportunity for youth athletes to learn about team chemistry, purpose, and improving their individual and team performance in a positive and fun environment.

Coaching Background Check/ACE Training

Coaches are required to complete the USA Softball ACE Training with Background Check each year. Coaches are required to show proof of certification to their division director and will on occasion be asked by umpires to show proof of certification.  When registering for the first time, please select “CA - Northern California“ (division can be "N/A"). To register go to www.registerusasoftball.com.

You will have to first pass the background check, once completed you will need to take the SafeSport certification then complete the ACE Softball Training.  Here are links to the two web sites where coaches can get free concussion certification, either of which is acceptable. 

https://www.cdc.gov/headsup/youthsports/training/index.html

https://nfhslearn.com/courses/61064/concussion-in-sports

If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to the NorCal registration administrator:

         Devin Loehrs

         405-425-3492

           NorCal@usasoftball.com

Publicity Form

Fill out and submit our publicity form about your game to see it published in local newspapers.  Please submit by 5:00 PM on Sundays.  Whatever you submit will be sent to local newspapers and they may include it in their next publication.  Submissions are sent to The East Bay Times and The Independent.  Girls love seeing their name in the paper so please submit often.  

Rules - All Divisions

PGSL follows USA Softball Rules.  We also have House Rules that override specific USA softball rules for each division.  Please consult your division director for any rule clarifications.

Jr Umpires

First time Jr Umpires need to go through mandatory training.  Existing Jr Umpires should attend but it is not required.  After completing training you will need to create a TeamSideline account if you don't have one.  First time Jr Umpires need to self register by clicking the Officials Self-Registration link.  Existing Jr Umpires do not need to self-register.