Welcome! Let's Play Ball!

Lawrence Township Junior Baseball & Softball Association

Welcome! Let's Play Ball!

Want to make a REAL impact?
Become a Head Coach!

Lawrence Little League thrives because of dedicated volunteer Head Coaches. By stepping up to lead a team, you directly impact the number of children who can play. More Head Coaches mean more teams, smaller rosters, and increased playing time for every child.

💡 Did You Know?

Head Coaches don't have to be experts. You just have to be willing to connect players with the right resources from around the League.

Time Check: There is NO difference in time commitment between a Head Coach and an Assistant Coach.

Why Head Coaches are the Heart of our League:

⏱️ More Playing Time

Head Coaches directly impact the number of teams we can form. By volunteering, you ensure that more kids get a chance to participate and develop their skills on the field.

🏆 Team Experience

As a Head Coach, you'll be involved in all aspects of the team, from drafting players to making game-day decisions while fostering teamwork and sportsmanship.

❤️ Inspire Growth

Head Coaches serve as mentors and role models. You'll guide players, celebrate successes, and help them learn from challenges—instilling values like resilience.

🤝 We Support You

We understand that being involved requires a commitment. We provide the following tools to ensure our coaches are prepared for the season:

Coaches manual with practice plans and drills
Full kits of practice and game balls
Direct access to division directors for assistance

📱 Gameplay Rules: We recommend all Team Managers download the Little League Rulebook App for official regulations and operating policies.

Available on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

💜 Other Ways to Help

Not ready to be a Head Coach? From Assistant Coaching to helping with team logistics, there is a role for everyone in our community.

View All Volunteer Roles

Ready to step up to the plate?

All volunteers must register through SportsConnect and complete the background check process.

Note: All Head Coach appointments are subject to final approval by the Board.

Player Development Rubric

We are dedicated to building sustainable athletes who are physically and mentally prepared for the next level of play.

To support this goal, we use the Player Development Rubric to shift our focus from "result-oriented" coaching to "process-oriented" development.

What is it? It is a foundational roadmap that guides coaches in evaluating observable skills from Tee Ball (Age 5) through High School (Age 15). By establishing a common language for skill acquisition, we ensure that every player receives consistent feedback as they progress through our divisions.

How does it benefit your child?

🌱 Process Over Outcomes

We teach players to value repeatable actions over single outcomes. This approach helps children understand that a successful play doesn't always equal mastery, and a mistake doesn't always indicate a lack of development.

📏 Objective Standards

By establishing a common language for skills, we ensure every player is evaluated fairly. The rubric measures the quality of a movement—not just the result—ensuring feedback is consistent regardless of which team your child is on.

🔄 Adaptable Growth

We recognize that player development is non-linear. The rubric allows coaches to support players who may remain at a level for multiple seasons or experience temporary regression during rapid growth spurts.