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Table of Contents Table of Contents .................................................................................................................................................. 2 DGF Baseball Club Organization ............................................................................................................................ 3 Board Members | 2023 ..................................................................................................................................... 3 Mission & Core Values........................................................................................................................................... 4 Mission Statement ............................................................................................................................................ 4 Core Values ....................................................................................................................................................... 4 Communications ................................................................................................................................................... 5 Communicating with DGF Baseball Club Officers .............................................................................................. 5 Communicating with Coaches ........................................................................................................................... 5 Communication Ladder ..................................................................................................................................... 5 Communication Success Model ............................................................................................................................ 6 Social Media .......................................................................................................................................................... 7 Website ................................................................................................................................................................. 7 Age Requirements & Eligibility .............................................................................................................................. 8 American Legion Baseball.................................................................................................................................. 8 Babe Ruth Baseball............................................................................................................................................ 9 American Legion Baseball.................................................................................................................................... 10 Babe Ruth Baseball.............................................................................................................................................. 13 Accident Insurance .............................................................................................................................................. 16 Special Events...................................................................................................................................................... 16 Parents/Guardians Code of Conduct ................................................................................................................... 17 Uniforms & Equipment........................................................................................................................................ 18 Uniform Requirement – Infographic ................................................................................................................... 19 Official Team Logo/Colors ................................................................................................................................... 20 Registration Fees ................................................................................................................................................. 21 Fundraiser ........................................................................................................................................................... 21 Coaches ............................................................................................................................................................... 22 Fields & Facilities ................................................................................................................................................. 22 Team & Individual Photos ................................................................................................................................... 23 Post-Season Banquet .......................................................................................................................................... 23 2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 2
DGF Baseball Club Organization
The DGF Baseball Club is a governing entity of youth baseball which includes American Legion Baseball and
Babe Ruth Baseball programs serving the communities of Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton, Minnesota. The DGF
Baseball Club is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
The organization has adopted by-laws which govern the club and meetings.
The DGF Baseball Club meets several times each year in public or private session to do business. You can find
information regarding scheduled public meetings on the Club website.
Club’s Mailing Address Club’s Financial Institution Club’s Email
DGF Baseball Club Northwestern Bank club@dgfbaseball.org
PO Box 34 4 North Main Street
Dilworth, MN 56529 Dilworth, MN 56529
BOARD MEMBERS | 2023
Mark Severtson
PRESIDENT
Josh Gornowicz
VICE PRESIDENT
Dave Waale
SECRETARY
Eric Moe
TREASURER
Allen Krueger
American Legion / Babe Ruth Program Directors
BASEBALL DIRECTOR
Allen Krueger, Baseball Director
Shane Haugen Nathan Leitner, Assistant Director
DIRECTOR e: coordinator@dgfbaseball.org
Darren Opsahl
DIRECTOR
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Mission & Core Values
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to develop passionate and skilled baseball players to compete at a high level while learning the
concepts of team, fair play, and sportsmanship. Our program will use baseball as a platform to teach our core
values and life lessons to young men in a team environment that is positive, challenging and fun. Our
program will encourage, demonstrate, and foster a culture of team and unity among players, coaches,
parents/guardians, alumni, fans and our Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton communities.
CORE VALUES
The core values of the DGF Baseball Club serve as a foundation or our program’s culture and will provide a
framework for teaching life lessons through our baseball program and teams.
Attitude
Commitment
Competition
Effort
Enthusiasm
Integrity
Participation
Respect
Responsibility
Self-Discipline
Service
Sportsmanship
Teamwork 2022 Minnesota Lakes Conference M.V.P. | Kayden Camacho
Work ethic
Community
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Communications
It is the goal of the DGF Baseball Club to effectively communicate information to its program participants, so
everyone can learn, understand, and engage in the happenings of the program. The DGF Baseball Club will
collect (but not share) personal contact information such as email addresses, phone numbers, etc. The DGF
Baseball Club will only use your contact information for the purpose of informing you of activities related to
our programs and for registration purposes when submitting official team rosters to District and State offices.
COMMUNICATING WITH DGF BASEBALL CLUB OFFICERS
If you are interested in contacting a member of the DGF Baseball Club board, please contact the board by
using the club’s email address listed on the Club website. If you have an idea, would like to offer your support
or volunteer please contact us for opportunities of involvement.
COMMUNICATING WITH COACHES
Players. It is expected players will communicate with their respective coach when needing to be away from
required team practices, games, or sponsored events. We want players to learn the responsibility for
communicating directly with their coach(es), as responsibility is one of our core values.
Parents/Guardians. It is expected parents/guardians will communicate with their son’s coach in a timely,
appropriate, and respectful manner. Please be considerate of our coach’s time and their personal schedules
away from baseball. Do not contact a coach before or immediately after a game to discuss playing time,
discipline, team strategy or any other topic related to the conduct of the team. Under no circumstance
should a parent/guardian send an electronic message (texting, emails, etc.) to negatively communicate with a
coach. Such electronic communications will immediately be brought to the DGF Baseball Club Board for
review and will be subject to a player suspension or dismissal from the program.
COMMUNICATION LADDER
If an issue or conflict needs to be discussed to gain resolve, the following Communication Ladder will be used
to engage the proper people to have constructive discussion and resolution.
1. The Player should ask for a private meeting with his respective Coach(es) to work through the issue
and gain an understanding of the matter. This discussion will resolve most issues and bring closure to
the concern.
2. The Player and Parent should ask for a meeting with his respective Coach(es) to work through the
issue and gain an understanding of the matter. The scheduled meeting will be at a mutually agreed
time.
3. The Player, Parent(s), Coach(es) and a Board member(s) will schedule a meeting to work through the
unresolved issue and have a discussion to bring closure to the concern.
4. If an issue remains unresolved after Level 3 of the Communication Ladder, a private meeting of DGF
Baseball Club board will discuss and determine a final decision to resolve the matter.
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Communication Success Model The above Communication Success Model is an illustration of how effective communication can allow an Athlete to achieve success in the DGF Baseball program. The Club values the participation of its athletes, the Coaches who lead them and the Parent/Families that support them. Lines of Communication: Coach and Athlete. The constant communication between coaches and players is where the “rubber meets the road” in any program. Whether it be bus rides, in the dugout, on the practice field or walking out of the ballpark, interaction between coaches and players is of greatest importance and where success is fostered and built upon. Parent and Athlete. The support communicated to players from our parents and family members is of utmost importance to achieve complete success. The ability to give a player encouragement, helping them manage success & failure and supporting their effort/hard work will lead to joy in participation. Coach and Parent. An important key in achieving a successful experience for an athlete is the communication between coaches and parents. A common component that both the coach and parent share when it comes to athlete’s participation is their “well-being.” There should be timely discussion about an athlete’s health and safety to support the player, so they can learn and be successful. 2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 6
Social Media
All players, family members and coaches participating in the DGF Baseball Club program, you are a
representative of DGF and are always in the public eye whether you think so or not. Please keep in mind the
following guidelines below if you participate on the various Social Media sites.
Guidelines
The DGF Baseball Club recognizes an individual’s right to actively participate in social
media however it maintains and will enforce the following expectations of all players,
coaches, and family members.
• You will not post sexist, racist, obscene, or profane material of any kind.
• You will not use social media to degrade, demean, or attack any person or team, school, or
community.
• You will not post material relating to acts in violation of any Federal or State laws, DGF Baseball
Club policies, or team rules.
• You will not post material which reflects negatively on themselves, DGF Baseball, their
respective teams, communities, or other teams/schools.
Consequence
Any player or coach found to have posted negative content using social media or any electronic messaging as
noted in the above guidelines will be dismissed immediately from the team for the remainder of the season.
Any family members of the team found to be misusing social media per the above guidelines will be dealt
with on an individual basis by the DGF Baseball Club Board of Directors.
Website
The DGF Baseball Club’s primary source for communicating
information regarding our Club’s teams, rules, news,
announcements, and schedules is our organization’s
website.
www.DGFbaseball.org
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Age Requirements & Eligibility AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL American Legion Baseball competition in 2023 is open only to players born on or after January 1, 2004. Players born in 2005 or 2004 must play in the Senior Legion Program. Players born in 2004-2010 are eligible for the both the Senior and Junior Legion Program. Players born in 2011 are too young and not eligible for Legion baseball. Players born in 2003 are too old and not eligible for Legion baseball. “Super Seniors”: A 2022 High School graduate shall not be eligible for transfer or waivers. 2023 Age Eligibility Chart. The above chart is courtesy of The American Legion. 2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 8
BABE RUTH BASEBALL BABE RUTH 13-15 YEAR OLD LEAGUE Any player born prior to May 1, 2010 and on or after May 1, 2007 will be eligible for Babe Ruth 13-15 League competition. All player ages are determined by the birth chart shown below. May 1 in any year shall be the deciding date. 2023 Birth Chart The above chart is courtesy of Babe Ruth League, Inc. Players Rostering Up If the need arises during a particular year to fill roster spots with younger players on an American Legion team or Babe Ruth teams, this may be considered and allowed by the DGF Baseball Club. 2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 9
American Legion Baseball Teams The DGF Baseball Club will sponsor a Senior and Junior American Legion Baseball Team. “DGF Post 397” will play in Minnesota Division II Baseball. A maximum roster for Senior and Junior Legion teams is 18 players. See Legion Age Eligibility Chart for rostering eligibility. Rosters The determination of team rosters will be the decision of the American Legion Baseball staff. These roster decisions are based on a player’s age, skill level, commitment, effort, and attitude. Final rosters are due to the State of MN by June 15, 2023. Staff The American Legion Baseball team(s) will consist of the following staff: Team Manager, Head Coach and Assistant Coach(es). Practices American Legion Baseball practices are typically held in the late afternoon or evening. Practice times are scheduled by the team’s coach. Practices are mandatory and player dress/uniform is determined by the team’s coach. Practice facilities at Bob Marshall Field in Dilworth will be used. Games The DGF Post 397 Sr. Team will play in the MN Lakes Conference as well as playing non-league games which will consist of single games and doubleheaders. Post 397 attends 1-2 invitational tournaments during the regular season. Games are typically in the evening. The regular season will be followed by a Northwest Sub- State and State Tournament play pending advancement. The DGF Post 397 Jr. Legion team will play a separate schedule of games determined by the coaches to give our younger players game competition to improve skills for advancement to the Sr. Legion level the next season. The Jr. Legion team will compete against similar aged teams in the area. The Jr. Legion division does have a Northwest Sub-State and State Tournament for post-season play. Players can be double-rostered meaning they can be placed on the Sr. and Jr. Legion team rosters. See Legion Age Eligibility Chart for rostering eligibility. The DGF American Legion Baseball program will have weekday and weekend practices and games. Rules & Expectations American Legion Baseball is the oldest and best discipline amateur baseball program in the country. The American Legion, an organization comprised of veterans, believes operating a well-disciplined baseball program with emphasis on sportsmanship, team loyalty, and the highest level of sportsmanship and individual leadership. Our coaches will insist on these positive qualities throughout the season. There are several rules all players are required to follow to be considered eligible for Post #397 competition. Team Rules for DGF Post 397 American Legion Baseball: 2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 10
1. The purchase, distribution or use of alcohol, tobacco, or any other controlled substance by a player
without written consent of a licensed, practicing physician is prohibited. Violation will result in
suspension and/or dismissal from team.
2. Throwing and/or abuse of equipment is prohibited. If equipment is thrown/abused and damaged, the
player will be expected to reimburse Post # 397 for replacement costs.
3. No earrings or jewelry are allowed at practice or during games.
4. Uniforms should be kept clean, in good repair, and always tucked in; from entrance into stadium until
departure from stadium, uniforms will be worn correctly.
5. Hats should always be worn correctly (i.e. straightforward). Rally caps are acceptable and encouraged
when appropriate.
6. Players will sprint to and from their positions.
7. No spectators are allowed in the dugout during a game. This includes parents, family members, friends,
girlfriends, scouts, etc. (nor is any non-player allowed to visit with you during a game).
8. Players can leave the dugout during a game for the following reasons only: to retrieve a foul ball, go to
the bathroom, warm up/stretch/throw, or in a medical or weather-related emergency. Players are
expected to perform the necessary function and return to the dugout without incident. Any other
request to leave the dugout should be discussed with and approved by a member of the coaching staff.
9. When traveling to and from contests, the team will meet at Bob Marshall Field for departure. All players
will ride the team’s determined mode of transportation (carpooling, bus, etc.) with the team to and from
all games. If a player wishes to depart after the game with a parent due to the fact, they are not
returning to DGF, please clear this with the coaching staff prior to the date of the game.
10. Any player who commits a misdemeanor/felony criminal offense will be suspended indefinitely from the
team and faces possible dismissal from the team.
11. Occasionally, the team will travel out of town and stay overnight at a hotel. Every player will room with a
parent or legal guardian or by designated rooms assignments from the team coach. Rooms are expected
to be kept neat and clean. Any damage performed to a room is the financial responsibility of the player
and his guardian. Players involved in such a situation will be sent home and dismissed from the team
immediately. Under no circumstance will a female guest be permitted in a player’s hotel room while
unchaperoned by an adult, coach or parent. Any player violating this rule will be dismissed.
12. Altercations between team players, opposing players/coaches and umpires are discouraged and
prohibited. While tempers can flare unexpectedly, any fighting will be disciplined by immediate
suspension and possible dismissal from the team.
13. All players/guardians are expected to call his team’s coach in the event a practice or game is to be
missed.
14. All rostered players must submit a raised seal, certified birth certificate from the county/state recorder of
deeds/vital statistics office prior to the first game of the season. Hospital certificates and/or photocopies
are not allowed. These records will be returned to each player at the conclusion of the season.
15. For those athletes who compete in more than one sport which requires additional summer
camps/training, the following statement applies: Legion baseball is considered priority. Any practice or
games missed will be dealt with on an individual basis (Penalty will be from missed playing time up to
dismissal from team). If a player is selected for a sanctioned High School or American Legion baseball All-
Star game, they will not be benched when they return. No players will be allowed to miss any practices
2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 11or games during the week(s) of the Legion post season (Sub-State Tournament, State Tournament, or
Regional Tournament). If you know there is an unavoidable conflict between a summer camp or training
commitment and the Legion post season, please do not register for the team. You will not be rostered.
In fairness to all who wish to compete, open tryouts are held annually if needed. No roster position is
held for any player, returning or non-returning.
16. Players are always expected to uphold the Legion Code of Sportsmanship. All coaching staff disciplinary
decisions are final.
17. No parent, family members, or friends are permitted to heckle, harass, or use derogatory, profane, or
vulgar remarks or gestures towards the opposing team, coaches, or umpires. Again, the members of Post
397 believe in sportsmanship and RESPECT. Any parent, family member, friends or fans that violate this
rule will be asked to leave the ballpark immediately. A second violation of the rule will result in
banishment from the park and other team functions.
18. All players are required to help carry equipment at practices and at games.
19. All players will help maintain Bob Marshall field (pre and post-game). Players will not leave practice or
games until the field is back to pre-game condition.
20. Playing time and team selection is determined solely by the coaching staff, these discussions will be
between the coach and the athlete.
21. Please do not use social media/e-mail/text to negatively discuss the program. If there are questions,
please ask them directly to the coaching staff.
22. All team members must stand and respectfully honor the flag for the national anthem. No stand, no play.
23. Data privacy rules must be maintained; do not discuss other team members.
INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENTS / ROAD TRIPS
Wisconsin Road Trip 2023
The DGF Sr. & Jr. Legion Teams are planning a Wisconsin Road Trip
on June 17-20, 2023 (tentative dates). The trip will include playing
games and attending an MLB game at historic Wrigley Field. This
trip will be funded separately from the general fundraising program
conducted by the DGF Baseball Club.
Scheels Invitational Tournament 2023
The DGF Sr. Legion Team will participate in this local tournament
using Starion Field/Young Field/Jack Williams Stadium. This
tournament is usually a 16-team field. The tournament will be held on July 7-9, 2023.
Minnewaska (Starbuck) Junior Legion Tournament 2023
The DGF Jr. Legion Team will participate in the Minnewaska/Starbuck Junior Legion Tournament on July 8-9,
2023. Games are played at Minnewaska High School Field, Glenwood, MN.
The above Invitational Tournaments are the tourneys we have registered for as of the printing of the Program
Handbook.
2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 12Babe Ruth Baseball Teams The DGF Baseball Club will sponsor a Babe Ruth program for players ages 13-15 years old. The program is open to all players wanting to participate and learn the game of baseball. There is no cutting of players. Player participation is encouraged in our DGF communities. The DGF Baseball club will register our 14-15 Year Old team(s) in the Lake Region League. Our 13 Year Old team(s) will be registered in the Lake Region Ruth League. See the Babe Ruth Age Chart for eligibility. Rostering The determination of team rosters will be the decision of the Baseball Directors & Coaches. The following factors are considered when placing players on teams: age, skills and attitude. An Evaluation/Tryout session will be scheduled if needed. After learning as much about all registered player’s skill levels, work ethic, attitude, along with their age, final rosters will be determined and posted to the Club website. A Babe Ruth team may consist of (15) maximum players for regular season and District level play. In 14-15 Year Old Babe Ruth, a team may only roster a maximum of (8) 15 year olds. It is not the intent of the DGF Baseball Club, at the 14-15 Year Old level to form equally skilled teams. In the 13 Year Old level, depending on registration numbers, we will have one or two teams. It is not the intent of the DGF Baseball Club, at the 13 Year Old level to form equally skilled teams. Practices 14-15 Year Old practices are typically held later afternoon/early evening. Practice times are scheduled by the team’s coach. Practices are mandatory and player dress/uniform is determined by the team’s coach. Practice facilities at Bob Marshall Field in Dilworth will be used. 13 Year Old practices are typically held late afternoon/early evening. Games The 14-15 Year Old Team(s) will play league games in the Lake Region League. Any additional non-league games (if any) will be scheduled by the Baseball Directors. The 14-15 Year Old Team(s) will participate in the District post-season tournament, with possible advancement to a MN State Tournament. 13 Year Old Team(s) will play league games in the Lake Region League. Any additional non-league games (if any) will be scheduled by the Baseball Directors. The 13 Year Old Team(s) will participate in the District post- season tournament, with possible advancement to a MN State Tournament. Typically, practices and games are held during the week with weekends off, unless a weekend tournament(s) is scheduled. 2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 13
Drafting of Players
If a DGF Babe Ruth team advances to a State Tournament, DGF will participate in the drafting of (3 maximum
players) to participate as pitchers and catchers only. A maximum State Tournament roster is 18 players. It is
the philosophy of the DGF Baseball Club to evaluate draftees and make selections to strengthen the DGF
team to compete at the State Tournament. The Baseball Club will evaluate all eligible players in the District to
make its draftee selection(s). The draftee selection meeting will consist of designated DGF Baseball Club
Director(s) and DGF Babe Ruth coach(es). This meeting will evaluate eligible draftees and make
determinations to complete the State Tournament roster.
Rules & Expectations
Team Rules for DGF Babe Ruth Baseball:
1. The purchase, distribution or use of alcohol, tobacco, or any other drug by a player without written
consent of a licensed, practicing physician is prohibited. Violation will result in suspension and/or
dismissal from team.
2. Throwing and/or abuse of equipment is prohibited. If equipment is thrown/abused and damaged, the
player will be expected to reimburse the DGF Baseball Club for replacement costs.
3. No earrings or jewelry are allowed at practice or during games.
4. Uniforms should be kept clean, in good repair, and always tucked in; from entrance into stadium until
departure from stadium, uniforms will be worn correctly.
5. Hats should be worn correctly (i.e. straightforward) at all times. Rally caps are acceptable and
encouraged when appropriate.
6. Players will sprint to and from their positions.
7. No spectators are allowed in the dugout during a game.
8. Players can leave the dugout during a game for the following reasons only: to retrieve a foul ball, go to
the bathroom, warm up/stretch/throw, or in a medical or weather-related emergency. Players are
expected to perform the necessary function and return to the dugout without incident. Any other
request to leave the dugout should be discussed with and approved by a member of the coaching staff.
9. When traveling to and from contests, the team will meet at Bob Marshall Field for departure. All players
will ride the team’s determined mode of transportation (carpooling, bus, etc.) with the team to and from
all games. If a player wishes to depart after the game with a parent due to the fact, they are not
returning to DGF, please clear this with the coaching staff prior to the date of the game.
10. Any player who commits a misdemeanor/felony criminal offense will be dismissed from the team.
11. Altercations between team players, opposing players/coaches and umpires are discouraged and
prohibited. While tempers can flare unexpectedly, any fighting will be disciplined by immediate
suspension and possible dismissal from the team.
12. All players/guardians are expected to call his team’s coach in the event a practice or game is to be
missed.
13. There is accident, liability and medical insurance coverage policies for all rostered players and coaches. A
copy of the applicable policy can be made available upon request
14. For those athletes who compete in more than one sport which requires additional summer
camps/training, the following statement applies: Babe Ruth baseball is considered priority. Any practice
or games missed will be dealt with on an individual basis (Penalty will be from missed game time up to
dismissal from team. No players will be allowed to miss any practices or games during the week(s) of the
2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 14Babe Ruth post season (District Tournament, State Tournament, or Regional Tournament). If you know
there is an unavoidable conflict between a summer camp or training commitment and the Babe Ruth
post season, please do not register for the team. You will not be rostered.
15. All coaching staff disciplinary decisions are final.
16. No parent, family members, or friends are permitted to heckle, harass, or use derogatory, profane, or
vulgar remarks or gestures towards the opposing team, coaches or umpires. Again, the members of DGF
Base Ruth believe in sportsmanship and respect. Any parent, family member, friends or fans that violate
this rule will be asked to leave the ballpark immediately. A second violation of the rule will result in
banishment from the park and other team functions.
17. All players are required to help carry equipment at practices and at games.
18. All players will help maintain Bob Marshall field (pre and post-game). Players will not leave practice or
games until the field is back to pre-game condition.
19. Playing time and team selection is determined solely by the coaching staff, these discussions will be
between the coach and the athlete.
20. Please do not use social media/e-mail/text to negatively discuss the program. If there are questions,
please ask them directly to the coaching staff.
21. All team members must stand and respectfully honor the flag for the national anthem. No stand, no play.
22. Data privacy rules must be maintained; do not discuss other team members.
The DGF 14-15 Black team won the North Division District Tournament an 8-1 win over Barnesville in the
Championship game last season. DGF went on to place 3rd in the MN State 15U Intact Tournament in 2022.
2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 15Accident Insurance
There is accident, liability and medical insurance coverage policies for all rostered players and coaches. A
copy of the applicable policy can be made available upon request.
If a player or coach would experience an injury that would incur medical expenses, please contact your
team’s coach or DGF Baseball Club Director to obtain medical insurance forms.
Special Events
“Father & Son Night” | SR-JR American Legion Teams with their Fathers last season.
“Day of Baseball” | DGF vs. Barnesville play games from 9U through American Legion.
“Senior Night” | DGF Post 397 recognizes its Senior players with their parents each season.
2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 16Parents/Guardians Code of Conduct
As a parent/guardian of a DGF Baseball Club player, I have read, understood, and agree to the following:
I will be a model for good sportsmanship, and I will exemplify the highest moral and ethical character
as a role model for our young people.
I will remember that the baseball game is for the team, not the adults.
I will accept my son’s team designation(s) and will encourage him to give great effort, improve his
skills and be a great teammate.
I will not post material which reflects negatively on players, DGF Baseball, their respective teams,
communities, game officials, or other teams/schools.
I will allow coaches to coach their team and do their job.
I will support my child’s team, coach(es), players and Baseball Directors. I will show respect for the
opposing players, managers, coaches, and spectators and teach my child(ren) to do the same.
I will be respectful of all umpires’ decisions.
I will gain an understanding and appreciation for my son’s Team Rules as outlined in the DGF
Baseball Club “Program Handbook.”
I will only make positive comments from the sidelines.
I will be a positive role model through my actions to make sure my child(ren) has (have) the best
baseball experience possible.
Each parent/guardian will have the opportunity to “accept” the Parents/Guardians Code of Conduct during
the online registration process.
The Moorhead American Legion Post 21 Color Guard at Bob Marshall Field in Dilworth.
2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 17Uniforms & Equipment
American Legion Teams
■ All players will be issued a jersey and baseball cap by the DGF Baseball Club.
■ Players need to purchase their own “White Pants” & “Gray Pants” w/ piping stripe down the side, black
socks, black belt.
■ Players are required to purchase their own black batting helmet. The Club will supply a “DGF” decal
sticker for you.
■ Players buy their own baseball cleats. Molded, rubber or metal cleats are allowed by rule. Black colored
cleats are recommended. Silver/Gray/White colored cleats are accepted. None team colored cleats are
not allowed.
■ Players must have their own equipment bag to carry their glove, bats, batting gloves, etc.
■ Catcher’s equipment will be supplied for catchers if they do not have their own.
■ Players must use BBCOR .50 Certified bats.
■ Baseballs and other necessary equipment for practice and games are supplied by the DGF Baseball Club.
Babe Ruth Teams
■ All players will be issued a jersey and baseball cap by the DGF Baseball Club.
■ Players need to purchase their own “Gray Pants” w/ black piping stripe down the side, black socks and
black belt.
■ Players are required to purchase their own black batting helmet. The Club will supply a “DGF” decal
sticker for you.
■ Players buy their own baseball cleats. Molded, rubber or metal cleats are allowed by rule. Black colored
cleats are recommended. Silver/Gray/White colored cleats are accepted. None team colored cleats are
not allowed.
■ Players must have their own equipment bag to carry their glove, bats, batting gloves, cleats, etc.
■ Catcher’s equipment will be supplied for catchers if they do not have their own.
■ Players must use “USA Baseball” marked -or- BBCOR .50 bats.
■ Baseballs and other necessary equipment for practice and games are supplied by the DGF Baseball Club.
Note: Legion Players failing to return their issued jersey(s) will be billed by the DGF Baseball Club.
2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 18Uniform Requirement – Infographic The Infographic (below) will help you understand who supplies the required uniform items to participate in the DGF Baseball Club at each age level. The items the player needs to purchase can be done at Scheels in Fargo or Moorhead using our Club’s 20% Discount, or you can purchase online at the store of your choice. The standard Gray and White pants with black piping stripe, black belt, black socks, cleats are available at many stores. The brand of pants and helmet you purchase is up to you. Nike and Under Armour pants do seem to hold up better than some of the less expensive pants. We don’t require you to use Scheels, but they have been a loyal supplier/partner of the DGF Baseball Club for many years and the DGF Baseball Club does encourage you to consider them. Ages (13-15) Babe Ruth 2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 19
Ages (16-18) American Legion Official Team Logo/Colors Black/White/Gray Logo “DGF” Old English font, stepped down 2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 20
Registration Fees
American Legion Baseball
Registration Fee: $300 (Deadline for registration and fee is February 15, 2023) Late fee is $25.
Fundraiser Requirements (see below):
Raffle Tickets (non-refundable per Minnesota Gaming Regulations)
5K Race (For SR-JR Legion players going on the Wisconsin Road Trip.)
Babe Ruth Baseball
Registration Fee: $250 (Deadline for registration and fee is February 15, 2023) Late fee is $25.
Fundraiser Requirements (see below):
Raffle Tickets (non-refundable per Minnesota Gaming Regulations)
Fundraiser
The following fundraiser is conducted by the DGF Baseball Club to fund its baseball programs. These
programs are organized by the DGF Baseball Club with players, families, alumni, and enthusiasts helping
make them successful.
There will be top seller opportunities to earn cash incentives for select raffles below.
Raffle Tickets
All players in American Legion and Babe Ruth Baseball are required to sell 20 tickets (2 books of 10). The
tickets are sold for $10 each with chances to win multiple cash prizes. A $200 non-refundable payment is
collected online for the raffle tickets when registering online. Families with 2+ players participating need to
sell a minimum of: 30 tickets (3 books) with a $300 deposit. The Facebook LIVE Drawing for the Raffle will be
held on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at 7:00pm.
If an individual sells 5 books of 10 tickets (50 tickets) the player earns $100 cash.
Top Sellers for Legion/BR combined: 1st Place = $300 Cash, 2nd Place = $200 Cash, 3rd Place = $100 Cash.
* A minimum of 50 Tickets sold to be eligible for Top Seller Prizes.
* Family members cannot combine raffle ticket sales toward prizes above.
2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 21Coaches It is the goal of the DGF Baseball Club to staff the most qualified individuals to lead our teams. The Baseball Club will determine the number of coaches needed each year based on the level of participation at each age level. The American Legion and Babe Ruth Baseball coaches are paid positions, contracted annually, and held to a Code of Conduct by the DGF Baseball Club. The Club advertises/recruits candidates using references and ads in publications. Screening and interviews take place in the January-April timeframe. All coaches must complete an application, be interviewed, pass a background check, and be offered a contract to coach a team. All coaches must complete concussion training and attend a coaching training/orientation from the DGF Baseball Club before the season begins. Fields & Facilities The DGF Baseball programs use fields and facilities in Dilworth. The baseball facility includes Bob Marshall Field, JV Field Baseball Field, batting cage, bullpens, and some green space for practice drills. The fields are property of the DGF School District. The grounds are mowed and maintained by the School District. However, it is the responsibility of our participating teams (coaches and players) to help with facility maintenance to include basic duties such as: dragging and chalking fields for games, pitching mound maintenance, sweeping dugouts, emptying garbage cans, putting field’s tarps on the mound and home plate area, etc. The DGF Baseball program has and will continue to take pride in our baseball fields! The general rule of thumb is the Legion teams will take priority over Babe Ruth teams when scheduling Bob Marshall Field and the JV Baseball Field. With the numbers of teams growing in DGF, we will work hard to coordinate practice and games times to maximize our facility use. 2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 22
Team & Individual Photos The DGF Baseball Club will schedule a photo shoot for each team to take individual and team photos of our 2023 teams. Families will have an opportunity to order photos. The Club will post individual and team photos on the club website. The Baseball Club will contract the photographer and send all families an order form with the details regarding our photo shoot date & time at Bob Marshall Field. Photograher: Best of Times Photography Post-Season Banquet The DGF Baseball Club will organize a team banquet for both American Legion Baseball and Babe Ruth Baseball players and their families. The end of season banquets is a great way to close our seasons, recognize player and team success, thank our participants, and offer awards to our participants for their achievements. These events are open to players, parents, and families. The DGF Baseball Club will send out banquet invitations to each family. 2023 PROGRAM HANDBOOK | DGF BASEBALL CLUB 23
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