De Pere Legion seeking new Head Baseball Coach

De Pere Legion Head Baseball Coach

Position Description:

The Head Legion Baseball Coach will be responsible for coaching the Varsity 1 Legion team and overseeing the other Legion teams in our De Pere organization. The coach will work with players of high school age to develop skills, promote teamwork, and ensure a positive playing experience. The coach will also work with the head coaches of our other three Legion teams.

Primary Responsibilities:

- Working collaboratively with both De Pere and West De Pere High School coaches to form and set rosters for the four Legion teams

- Develop and implement practice plans that promote skill development and teamwork

- Teach players proper techniques for hitting, pitching, fielding, and base running

- Lead team meetings to discuss strategies and game plans

- Arrange and lead team practices and games

- Evaluate player performance and provide feedback to players

- Ensure the safety of players during practices and games

- Set schedules for all four Legion teams

- Oversee national and state online registration and corresponding paperwork for players on all four teams

- Coordinate Travel and Lodging for all four teams as needed

Requirements:

- Prior experience coaching baseball teams at the high school level or higher

- Knowledge of baseball rules, strategies, and techniques

- Strong leadership and communication skills

- Ability to work with players of high school age and various skill levels

- Availability to attend practices and games on evenings and weekends

If you are passionate about coaching baseball and mentoring young athletes, we encourage you to apply for this position. If you are interested in being considered for this position, please send an email to Bob Van Rens ( bvanrens@depere.k12.wi.us ) and Joe Rukamp ( jrukamp@wdpsd.com ) with your coaching experience and background by September 30, 2024.