East Side Little League is run exclusively by volunteers. We welcome everyone to join to help make baseball a great experience for the kids! Contact Matt DiGiulio or Andrew Rauch to find out how you can help. 

If you are looking to register as a volunteer for the current season please click the Registration Link below which include uploading the three (3) PA Background Check forms if you are new to ESLL or have not provided this in the past five (5) years.

Upon completion of this registration, you will receive a separate email to complete the required Little League Volunteer Form thru a secure online system with JDP, a third party company that has partnered with Little League. JDP will also perform a separate national background check as required by Little League.  ESLL has moved away from completing the PDF forms by hand or thru our own registration process by using JDP's secure and independent website.


CLEARANCES NEEDED PRIOR TO REGISTRATION 

East Side Little League must follow PA Act 153 of 2014, which was amended on July 1, 2015 by PA Act 15 of 2015, and requires very specific background checks for volunteers of youth serving organizations in the State of Pennsylvania.

All volunteers for East Side Little League are required to complete and provide to the League the following background checks to volunteer in any capacity:

1) Report of criminal history from the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP).  This clearance can be obtained at  https://www.psp.pa.gov/Pages/Criminal-History-Background-Check.aspx and is free.

2) Child Abuse History Clearance from the Department of Human Services (Child Abuse). This  clearance can be obtained at https://www.compass.state.pa.us/CWIS and is free.

3) Little League Base Abuse Awarness Training at https://www.littleleague.org/university/articles/abuse-awareness-training-course/.Complete this 15 minute training and save your completion certification to upload during registration. 

4) If you have lived outside of Pennsylvania within the the last ten (10) years, a fingerprint based FBI criminal history clearance is required.  This can be obtained thru IDEMIA (IdentoGO), Pennsylvania's new partner in obtaining this clearance at IdentoGo.com. This is a multi-step process and the cost thru IDEMIA is $22.60.  If you have not lived outside Pennsylvania in the past ten (10) years, a signed and notarized affidavit of residency must be submitted.  This form can be obtained at the following link and is free. You can also download the attachment below.

These clearances are standard throughout PA and required for organizations like school volunteers, Scouting, and other youth groups. The clearances are transferrable so only copies need to be provided if you've gotten them for any other organization. The reports only display that the volunteer is allowed to work with youth. All background checks are valid for FIVE (5) years from the last date on the forms and must be renewed and submitted to the league within that time frame to remain eligible.

Volunteer Roles

Head Coach

Responsible for leading the team in all aspects of play, development, and communication. The head coach sets the tone for sportsmanship, teamwork, and fun, ensuring every player has a positive Little League experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all practices and games, teaching baseball fundamentals and teamwork.
• Create practice plans, lineups, and player rotations while ensuring fair playing time.
• Communicate schedules, updates, and expectations clearly to parents.
• Collaborate with assistant coaches to organize drills and game strategy.
• Is responsible for field clean up after practice and/or games.
• Promote safety at all times, following league and Little League International rules.
• Attend coaches’ meetings, skills evaluations, and training sessions as required.
• Model sportsmanship and respect toward players, umpires, and opponents.
• Report game results or issues to the division coordinator when needed.

Assistant Coach

Supports the head coach in all on-field and team activities. The assistant coach helps teach fundamentals, provides positive instruction, and keeps practices and games organized and engaging for players.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the head coach during practices and games with drills, warmups, and in-game management.
• Help supervise players in the dugout and on the field.
• Reinforce fundamentals like throwing, fielding, hitting, and base running.
• Communicate positively with players and parents to build confidence and respect.
• Step in for the head coach when unavailable.
• Help with equipment setup, field prep, and cleanup before and after practices/games.
• Encourage sportsmanship and teamwork in every interaction.

Team Parent

• Serve as the main communication link between coaches and parents for updates, and announcements.
• Create and manage the after-game snack schedule.
• When the team plays at March Field, run the snack stand or ensure parent coverage.
• Take and share team photos throughout the season and coordinate with the league’s Director of Communications for highlights or social media & the website.
• Plan team gatherings or the end-of-season party when applicable
• Help with picture day organization
• Track volunteer sign-ups for snack stand or field prep duties
• Assist with distributing uniforms, hats, and other league items.
• Support coaches on game days as needed (dugout organization, warmups, attendance).
• Promote positivity, teamwork, and community spirit among players and families.