Volunteer Hub

NCLL Volunteer Lite

Welcome to the new Volunteer Hub. This is the one place to raise your hand for the roles and quick-call crews that keep NCLL running.

No Experience? No Problem! No experience is required to become a volunteer. Most of the volunteer opportunities require little or no training. NCLL will provide you with any necessary training (as well as support and encouragement) to help you succeed. There are four primary Volunteer Roles at NCLL you can read about below: 1) Team Level, 2) League Level, 3) Umpiring, and 4) "Pop-Up" Support.

We've all got our place, come and find yours!

Volunteer Crews

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Team Level

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Head Coach, Assistant Coach, and Team Manager keep every roster humming—setting culture, organizing practices, and keeping parents informed—and we’re always looking for more to join them.

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Team Level Volunteers

Team-level volunteers work directly with players. These roles are the heart of our league, providing coaching, mentorship, and organization that helps kids develop skills, confidence, and a love for the game.

Why Volunteer at the Team Level?

  • Watch kids grow in skill and confidence
  • Build lasting friendships with families
  • Make a visible impact on kids' experiences
  • Create lifetime memories

Explore Specific Team Roles

Dig into the Head Coach, Assistant Coach, or Team Manager roles to understand expectations, time required, and training support.

Head Coach
  • Leads the team: key decisions, staff, practice plans, positions, rules, and love of the game.
  • Owns practices, game strategy, and player development.
  • Run fast-paced practices tailored to roster.
  • Manage games: set lineups, make moves, communicate with umps.
  • Grow players with steady feedback and encouragement.
  • Shape culture: keep the dugout positive, inclusive, growth-focused.
  • Coordinate assistants and team managers.
  • Time: 6-8 hrs/week (practices, games, planning).
  • Training: preseason clinics, practice plans, coordinator support.
Assistant Coach
  • Backbone: run drills so the Head Coach can instruct.
  • Hands-on in practices and games.
  • Lead stations and small groups.
  • Coach bases/dugout with quick tips.
  • Specialize: hitting, pitching, or catching.
  • Step in when the head coach is out.
  • Build trust with players and parents.
  • Time: 4-6 hrs/week (practices + games).
  • Great for newer coaches, former players, or fundamentals fans.
Team Manager
  • Team Mom/Dad energy-keeps off-field pieces moving.
  • Scorekeeping backup: pitch count or GameChanger.
  • Dugout support during games.
  • Uniforms and paperwork wrangling.
  • Coordinate the end-of-season party.
  • Communication hub: reminders, schedules, team list.
Team Manager (continued)
  • Logistics: snacks, photos, team parties, dugout prep.
  • Records: scorebooks, results, volunteer hours.
  • Liaison between families and division coordinators.
  • Pitch in on fundraising or special events.
  • Time: 3-5 hrs/week (games + admin).
  • Great for organized parents or logistics lovers.

Future Volunteers

Start by logging into your Sports Connect account and clicking the "Volunteer" tab on the left. Prefer one step? Sign up while registering your athlete for any program.

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Questions? Please reach out below!

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League Level

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League Level Volunteers keep NCLL running smoothly behind the scenes. Board and Key Volunteer roles take a bigger time commitment but let you shape programs, policies, and culture for all 800 families.

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If you have a passion to grow—or a pain point to fix—tell us and we'll connect you to the role where you can make it happen.

Why Volunteer at the League Level?

  • Shape the full experience for 800+ families across every division
  • Build leadership, management, and decision-making skills that carry beyond the league
  • Immerse yourself in the community and strengthen neighborhood connections
  • Network with passionate, dedicated volunteers who share your commitment
  • Leave a lasting legacy for future players and the programs they’ll enjoy

Board Members

The NCLL Board oversees operations and votes on key positions annually. Many volunteers start by running a program or initiative before joining the Board. League leadership roles are elected positions that guide the strategic direction of NCLL, with terms typically 1-2 years and elections held annually.

Key Board Positions Include
  • President - Sets vision, leads relations, strategic planning
  • Secretary - Minutes, records
Additional Board Roles
  • VPs (Baseball/Softball) - Operations, divisions, coach support
  • Treasurer - Budget, reporting, books
  • Registrar - Registration flow, payments, forms, roster cleanup
  • Player Agent - Rosters, eligibility
  • Safety - Risk mgmnt, safety protocols
  • Information (CIO) - Website, communications, tech systems
  • Time Commitment: 8-15 hours per week in season; 3-5 off-season

Key Volunteers (Non-Board)

Key Volunteers can either take on a pre-defined role or identify a need, passion, or problem and help the Board find solutions. Tasks range from organizing Photo Day to managing the website. These roles support specific league functions, report to board members, and don't require election.

Key Positions Include
  • Division Coordinators - Support coaches in one division, run assessments, keep schedules on track
  • Umpire Coordinator - Recruit, train, and schedule umpires
  • Equipment/Field Coordinator - Manage gear inventory, field usage, and maintenance
  • Sponsorship Coordinator - Bring in sponsors, manage relationships and banners
  • Volunteer Coordinator - Recruit volunteers, match people to roles, track hours
  • Time Commitment: Varies by role; typically 4-8 hours per week

Skills Needed

  • Organization and attention to detail
  • Communication and people skills
  • Problem-solving and flexibility
  • Commitment to the league's mission
  • Willingness to learn (we provide training!)

We'd love to hear from you!

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Umpiring

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Often called the "third team on the field," the umpiring Junta—as they like to be called—keep games moving, fair, and safe.

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Not only is our crew the best in the district, they're fun to be around so don't be afraid to reach out!

Overview

Many assume umpires are part of Little League, but they operate independently and partner with us—not for us.

They are partners, not subordinates. They don't work for coaches; they are building a community—a fraternity/sorority of officials.

Umpires anchor every game—keeping it fair and moving. New or experienced, you get training, support, and mentorship to succeed behind the plate and on the bases.

Why Volunteer as an Umpire?

  • Best seat in the house for every game
  • Learn the game inside and out
  • Optional stipends for your time
  • Build confidence and decision-making skills
  • Join a supportive community of fellow umpires

What Umpires Do

  • Call balls and strikes to keep the game fair
  • Rule on plays at bases and in the field
  • Maintain game flow and pace
  • Watch for safety issues and rule violations
  • Communicate calls and manage coach interactions

Time Commitment

  • Games typically last 1.5-2 hours
  • Most umpires work 1-3 games per week during the season (April-June)
  • Flexible scheduling to fit your week

Training & Support

  • Pre-season clinics (in-person and online)
  • Mentorship from experienced umpires
  • Rules clinics and ongoing development
  • Protective gear provided by the league

Umpire Roles

On-Field Umpire
  • Rotate between plate and base assignments
  • Manage game tempo, enforce rules, communicate with coaches
  • Apply clinic training and peer mentoring
  • Model calm, confident decision-making
  • Time commitment: 1-3 games per week (about 90 minutes each)
Umpire Coordinator(s)
  • Schedule coverage and manage swaps
  • Track availability, certifications, preferences
  • Communicate rainouts and time changes
  • Celebrate milestones (first plate job, perfect attendance)
  • Time commitment: 3-4 hrs/week plus heavier pre-season planning
Umpire in Chief
  • Mentor the crew; keep mechanics sharp
  • Run preseason mechanics and rules clinics
  • Shadow new umpires and give real-time coaching
  • Standardize interpretations across fields
  • Time commitment: 4-6 hrs/week

Ready to jump in? Visit NCLL's Reach Out page for umpires to see our training calendar, gear support, mentorship details, and how to get on the "Junta" registry for assignments.

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"POP UP" Volunteer Lists

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It's baseball — Pop-Ups happen at anytime and we need to be ready. "Pop-Up" volunteers lists are for single-shift, ad hoc needs.

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Can't commit to a season-long role? No problem. Learn about our current Pop Up lists, the Ad Hoc Heroes and the Ground Gremlins

Ad Hoc Heroes & Ground Gremlins

We've got two lists right now to tell you about.

1. Ad Hoc Heroes

The "Ad Hoc Heroes" come together and keep special events moving to create memorable moments for players and families all season.

Ad Hoc Heroes Opportunities
  • Assessments - Field setup, registration
  • Photo Day - Cat wrangling/herding
Ad Hoc Heroes Opportunities (Continued)
  • Home Run Derby - Pitch, track, safety
  • Skills Clinics - Station support, registration
  • Fundraisers - Raffle sales, event setup
  • End-of-Season Celebrations
  • Time Commitment: 2-4 hours per event
Details
  • Sign-up: We send email blasts before each event with volunteer needs and sign-up links
  • Ready to pitch in for events? See the CTA's at the end of the card/tile.

2. Ground Gremlins

The "Ground Gremlins" are the field-first crew-keeping every diamond safe, beautiful, and game-ready.

What Ground Gremlins Do
  • General upkeep - Weeding, raking, cleaning dugouts, emptying trash
  • Field prep - Dragging infields, lining basepaths, setting bases before games
  • Mound maintenance - Repairing pitcher's mounds, filling holes, packing clay
What Ground Gremlins Do (Continued)
  • Time Commitment: Flexible! Watch out for scheduled work parties but most activations will come via text early Saturday mornings to get the fields ready for the day.
  • Equipment care - Organizing storage sheds, maintaining field equipment
  • Safety checks - Identifying hazards, reporting issues to field coordinator
  • Seasonal projects - Spring field prep, end-of-season deep cleaning

Drop-in help: Even 15 minutes of raking between games makes a difference.

Let's fill up those lists! We'll send a message out, and if you can't make it, then maybe next time. Just get engaged!

Become a Ground Gremlins Ad Hoc Heroes
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"Super Volunteers" (Employee Matching)

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We believe every volunteer is a hero, but Super Volunteers can tap into employer matching so each hour impacts the league two fold with no extra time!

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IRL example—two years ago, one volunteer funded every uniform for our All-Star teams. That's the impact matching can make.

Employer Matching Gifts

Many companies match volunteer hours with cash grants to nonprofits you support. These Volunteer Match/Time Matching programs—from big names like Microsoft, Boeing, and Starbucks to plenty of smaller firms—turn your hours into dollars for NCLL.

How it works

You log volunteer hours; your company sends matching dollars to NCLL. It's the same time you already give, simply doubled in impact.

Get Started

  1. Search here for your company. If not listed, go to step 2.
  2. Ask your HR department if your company matches volunteer time with donations. Each company has its own process.
  3. If your company has a program, submit your hours; many firms approve within a week.

Questions or stuck in an HR portal? Let our experts walk you through it.

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Abuse Awareness

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Keeping kids safe is job one. Every volunteer should know how to spot, stop, and report concerns—physical, emotional, or online.

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The annual training can feel like a chore, but if one small takeaway helps you catch something you'd otherwise miss, isn't it worth 25 minutes of our time?

Take Action

Complete the league's abuse awareness training annually (about 25-30 minutes) so you can spot concerns early.

Get Started

If something feels off, speak up: email [email protected] or your division coordinator; call 911 for emergencies.

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Background Checks

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Safety starts with screening. All volunteers complete an annual background check before stepping on the field or in the dugout.

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How to Complete Yours

  • Watch for the JDP/SafeSport invite email from the league (check spam).
  • Submit the online form within 48 hours so we can clear you before practices.
  • Use your legal name and the same email you registered with NCLL.
  • Questions or missing invite? Email [email protected].
  • Renewed every season; no fee to you.
Get Started
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Other Ways to Support NCLL

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Not on a team or a schedule? There are still high-impact ways to help the league thrive.

Tap the next arrow to see quick ways you can help without a season-long commitment.

How to Help

  • Employer Matching: Log your hours so companies can double the impact.
  • Sponsorships: Connect us with local businesses for banners and gear.
  • Gear & Field Donations: Rakes, chalk, tarps, and storage solutions keep fields game-ready.
  • Services in Kind: Printing, design, photos, or trades (fence/paint/electrical).
Matching or Donations Sponsor the League

Phone numbers are used only for urgent volunteer callouts. You can opt out any time; reply STOP to a text or email the organizer