What's your pregame like?

[GarthB]

* Introductions.

* Line-up cards.

* Ground rules.

* Ask the managers if their teams are properly equipped.

* Remind them that sportsmanship will be expected at all times.

* Tell the managers you want their players hustling on and of the field.

* Wish both teams good luck.

Introductions
Exchange line up cards
Are all players legally equipped?
"Coach, you want to take us around?"
Good luck.

I don't put any negatives in coaches minds during the plate conference and I don't tell them how to manage their players. Maybe in LL this is necessary, but many coaches above that level find it offensive. That's not a good way to start a game.