Rules and Information
For Parents:
Game day procedures:
Arrive at the field at least 30 minutes prior to game time. We will play a lot of games in very rapid succession. Late arrivals and no shows are disruptive. Your player needs to be ready to go at the assigned start time. An early arrival gives us time to match your player with the most appropriate buddy. If you can’t make a game let your coach know. The parents will provide health issues and special requirements to the coaches.
The Miracle League of Las Vegas is about players getting to meet and interact with new friends. Unless you are a coach or a buddy, please stay off the field and out of the dugout. Sit back, take a break and enjoy. You deserve a break.
Having special needs and being medically fragile are two different issues. If your child is medically fragile, please communicate this fact to your coach. Work with your coach so we can create and maintain a safe play environment for your child.
Bad Weather Procedures:
In the event the weather (rain/thunder storms or wind) could cause game delays or cancellations please follow the steps listed below:
Check the Web site www.miracleleaguelasvegas.com for cancellations or delays. If the long range weather 
forecast looks threatening we will start posting weather bulletins 1 or 2 days before game day. Assume you will play unless you are told otherwise. Remember that it is possible that games will be postponed at the field.
You can always call the coach. Be sure to get your coaches phone number.
Game Rules:
The game is designed to ensure that everyone gets a hit, everyone gets on base and everyone scores.
Teams consists of no more than 12 players.
Each team has a Coach and an Assistant Coach.
A safety ball (soft outer shell) is used.
A batter can choose a pitched ball, a batting tee or be assisted by a buddy.
The games will consist of two innings or 60-90 minutes of game play.
The focus is FUN. Each player is an individual, get to know them, their interests and needs.Each player gets to bat each inning
Each player gets to circle the bases to score a run each inning
Every player scores and are never called "out"
Games are two innings in length - approximately 75 minutes
Each player will have a buddy assigned to them
Teams will have between 10 and 12 players
Each player will receive a trophy at the end of the season
Teams will use safety balls. These can include soft core, wiffle or beep balls.
Games are cancelled due to inclement weather
Each team will have a head coach, an assistant coach and team mom
Coaches are to huddle the players before each game in order to get the players excited about the game.
Buddies are reminded about their responsibility to their players
Buddies:
Buddies are used primarily in the infield when the other team is batting. Buddies help protect players from:
The Buddy helps players:hit balls,
thrown balls,
on coming runners,
overly aggressive play,
bats
get the ball and throw it to the appropriate base,Can help players bat and run the bases with them,
Need to keep players involved (chatter, etc.) in the game,
Buddies Duties:Head Coaches:
Safety first
Have fun
Encouragement
Protect the players at all times.
When a hard hitter is up to bat, Buddies are to step in front of their player for protection.
Always allow the player as much freedom as possible to play his/her own game.
Assist player according to their needs.
Be of good spirit with enthusiasm, love, good attitude and concern in motivating the players and their families.
Become their friend; get to know the players and their families.
Arrive at field 30 minutes prior to game time.
Be properly dressed and clean in a Miracle League Buddies shirt.
Demonstrate high morals and integrity on and off the field.
Coordinate team activities with the Assistant Coach and maintain contact with players and families.
Ensure that each player receives a uniform.
Communicate concerns regarding specific players to the League officials.
Manage team equipment and ensure its arrival before each game.
Provide copies of team line-up to umpire and announcer before each game.
Pitch.
-Make sure players have the opportunity to learn new skills.
Keep up the team spirit.
Follow general National Alliance for Youth Sports coaching guidelines.
Assistant Coaches Assist Head Coach with the team.
Pitch.
Verifies that each player has an assigned Buddy.