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Team Manager Responsibilities
The Team Manager plays an important role in supporting the coaching staff and helping the season run smoothly. The primary purpose of the position is to assist with operational and administrative responsibilities so coaches can focus on player development, practices, and game strategy.
1. Schedule Games with Local Programs
- Coordinate with neighboring lacrosse programs schedule games.
- Confirm game dates, times, and locations.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for scheduling matters.
2. Parent Communication
- Share team updates, schedule changes, and important announcements with families.
- Assist with distributing information from the coach when requested.
- Serve as a communication resource for parents throughout the season.
Note: Some coaches may prefer to handle parent communications directly. In those cases, the Team Manager provides support as needed.
3. Coordinate with Other FYL Teams and Coaches
- Work with other FYL team managers and coaches to avoid scheduling conflicts.
- Help coordinate shared field usage, practices, and game schedules.
- Facilitate communication between FYL teams when collaboration is needed.
4. Game Day Support
- Managers are encouraged to assist on game days by keeping score, tracking game time, and recording penalties.
- Help ensure game records are maintained accurately throughout the season.
5. Training and Development
- Managers are encouraged to obtain the USA Lacrosse Bronze Certification to better understand the game and support coaches, players, and officials.
- FYL will cover the cost of a USA Lacrosse membership required to complete the certification.
Interested in learning more? Please contact farmingtonyouthlax@gmail.com for additional information about becoming a Team Manager.