Program Standards & Expectations
What we expect from our players, parents, and families
Player Expectations
- Have some feel - general awareness in game/dugout situations
- Be a good person on and off the field - character equals performance
- Have everything ready before you enter the dugout
- Have proper body language at all times - no slouching/pouting
- Keep your uniform professional - tucked shirts, correct hat wear
- Be a good teammate at all times
- Do not disrespect the umpires
- Show up on time - early is on time
- Be willing to learn and adapt
- Accountability is paramount
- Absolutely no cell phones in the dugout or at practice
- Treat your parents with respect
- Play hard and play the right way at all times
Parent Expectations
- Follow the Matheny philosophy - support without coaching
- No parents in the dugout, practice areas, or cages
- Address concerns at the appropriate time - schedule formal meetings
- Do not make excuses for your player
- Be aware of the impact of your behavior - conduct affects athlete reputation
- NEB NH reserves the right to remove any family if ongoing behavior creates problems for the program
Playing Time Policy
14U and Under
Development-focused with competitive pressure; playing time is earned through effort, attitude, and growth.
15U and Older
We will play the players who best represent our program. There are no guarantees.
Key Rule
If there is a problem with playing time, we 100% need to hear it from the player first.
Reasons for Limited Playing Time
- Lack of focus
- Bad attitude
- Disrespect
- Improper game execution
- Poor body language
- Inadequate effort
- Skill level
Academic Policy
We reserve the right to make it mandatory for players to miss out on practice and games if we get reports that their grades are suffering or their behavior in school is unsatisfactory.
Our target is A's and B's with high effort. We expect our athletes to show respect for teachers and classmates at all times.
Commitment Expectations
If this is not a commitment the player and his family are willing to make, please come talk to us.
Contracts are on a year to year basis. We have the right to remove a player from our team without a refund for character problems.
Special things can happen when everyone is on board and moving forward in the same direction.