Lance calls for nominations for the Little League Coach of the Year

The Official Snack of Little League and Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) are showcasing all the ways Little League coaches help kids and communities with a coveted award that recognize coaches who exhibit positive qualities of leadership and inspire kids to be the best they can be, both on and off the field.

This year, the Campbell Snack-owned brand will be honoring one baseball coach, one softball coach and one Challenger Division coach. The winners will be announced ahead of the Little League Baseball World Series this summer and awarded a $5,000 grant to help support league needs and initiatives.

What makes a winning coach?

Honorable sportsmanship; respect for other teams and athletes; and always having a positive attitude in the face of challenges are some of the characteristics that Lance, PCA and the Little League want to highlight. The coaches who will really stand out already have demonstrated being a positive role model, encouraging Little Leaguers to be involved in their community, and above all, going beyond their duties to better their community. Be sure to share specific instances or stories of how the nominated coach has positively impacted their Little League team and community.

The caveat: nominations must be active coaches associated with an affiliated Little League Baseball, Softball, or Challenger Division program, with at least three years of coaching experience.

All nominations must be submitted by June 2, 2024. The judges include members of the Lance, PCA and Little League communities, as well as former Coach of the Year recipients.

Winners will be notified ahead of the Little League World Series tournaments.