To ensure credibility and set expectations among volunteers, FNLL follows specific criteria for manager selection. The FNLL Board utilizes the following criteria to identify suitable candidates for the upcoming season:

Leadership Skills and Qualities

• Demonstrated commitment to FNLL with a clean standing.
• Understands and effectively manages the intended age group.
• Sets an exemplary example for players.
• Fosters cooperation for mutual benefit among players.
• Respects umpire judgment and authority.
• Balances leadership while empowering players.
• Ensures the participation and growth of every player, irrespective of skill level.
• Encourages and supports players consistently.
• Effectively imparts baseball knowledge to players of all ages.
• Shapes and models acceptable behavior patterns, regardless of outcomes.
• Actively participates in Little League- and District-sponsored coaching clinics.
• Possesses relevant coaching and management experience.

Selection Process

Given the pivotal role of managers and coaches in the Little League system, FNLL employs a comprehensive process for reviewing and selecting managers:

• Solicitation of a list of interested managers.
• Managers express their interest by completing the Manager Registration.
• Additional coaches may be recruited as needed.
• Board members competing in the same division are not involved in interviews or recommendations for that division.
• The Board of Directors meets to provide recommendations to the league President.
• The President selects managers for approval by the Board of Directors.
• Managers select their assistant coaches (subject to Board approval) in line with the League's coaching policy.
• All appointed volunteers must undergo and pass a background check.
• Decisions regarding managers of draftable divisions are finalized before the respective season's draft.
• Prospective managers and coaches should recognize:
• Coaching is a privilege, not a right, and each must be reappointed each season.
• Attendance at mandatory training and safety meetings is required.
• Managing a team is a significant time commitment.
• Position selection is competitive, with no guarantees based on past experience.
• Managers play a critical role as communicators between the league and teams via email.