Board Meeting Minutes - October 20, 2016 Coaches Meeting BOD in attendence: Matt Avalone, Lori Beaudin, Mike Bottos, Vic Blanchard, Ryan Pellechia, Jon Haxton, Doug Hare, Chad Weko, John Visselle, Kevin Keese CoEd rule changes 1) The idea of a "commitment line" was proposed and coaches offered input. The proposed rule introduction will be voted on at a future BOD meeting. 2) The idea of limiting all but the 7th inning to 5 runs scored per team per inning. This will be voted on as well 3) Coaches raised concerns with games frequently not reaching 7th inning due to 1 hour time limit. The board will revisit the idea of raising time limit to 1hr 15mins. League Rules 1) The concept of the D1 Players List was discussed and suggestions were made on how to improve the process 2) The BOD asked for opinions on the batting Mats. Coaches agreed the mats have improved league play. 3) Coaches agreed the bat testing procedure has worked out great 4) A proposal was made for coaches to submit early roster drafts in February for review for strength and division placement. This was to provide coaches time to add/drop players prior to signup night to make requested divisions. Jessie Glidan (is he confirmed?) and Danny Troche have been added to the BOD.