Captains/Coaches Pregame meeting

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by LDUB

I agree. I see other officials asking who is the speaking captain before the game but I have yet to see or even hear of a situation come up where knowing who the speaking captain was has been useful.

All I think it does is help delegate "some" leadership with the kids. I usually write down the numbers in the book and when crap goes wrong, I try to use those players when I can. Hardly happens, but that is what I do.

Originally Posted by AKOFL

When is the last time you saw the captain leave the meeting and go tell the rest of the team what we just told them? It is a little silly to have the meeting with just a couple of guys anyway. The more of the team that wants to listen the better. I cover sportsmanship, keep your ears open so we can try and keep you out of trouble, be ready to come in the game when you check in, and have a good time. I try to keep it simple and upbeat.

Never. That is why I say as little as possible.

Peace