Diamond Leader: the coach who makes a difference in Little League

Little League is placing increasing demands on coaches.Not just technically, but especially in terms of attitude, behavior, and creating a positive sports environment.That's exactly why the Diamond Leader Program exists: a free online training that helps you stand stronger, more aware, and more effective as a coach for your Little League team.But it's also useful even if you're not coaching a Little League team.

What is Diamond Leader training?

Diamond Leader is an official Little League training program you can complete online.You navigate through scenarios every coach recognizes: the hustle in the dugout, disappointed players, parents on the sidelines, team dynamics that can clash, and the mental demands of competitive games. The training shows how you, as a coach, can impact the confidence, well-being, and enjoyment of your players.

What You Will Learn

• How to create a safe and positive environment.

• How to support mental, social, and emotional development.

• How to keep your cool as a coach during tense moments.

• How to communicate with players and parents.

• How to boost the joy of the game, even when the pressure rises.

The strength lies in the examples: you'll see real-world situations from leagues around the globe and receive concrete methods to handle them effectively.Of course, you can't learn all of this in just half an hour, but you'll definitely grasp that these are the components the Little League deems important for coaches.

This is how the Little League gets everyone on the same page.Smart move!

Why it Matters

Many kids experience pressure in sports.As a coach, you're right in the middle of that playing field.Diamond Leader provides you with immediately applicable tools to empower players, prevent issues, and amplify fun.
Additionally, the program is mandatory in many countries — including the Netherlands — for coaches participating in official Little League tournaments.Upon completion, you’ll receive a certificate that you can proudly present to your league.

How it Works

• Sign up through Little League University.

• Complete the module in about 30 minutes.

• Earn your certificate and become an official Diamond Leader.

Simple, accessible, and surprisingly valuable.
For every coach aiming to truly help their team grow, becoming a Diamond Leader feels almost essential.

Visit https://www.littleleague.org/diamondleader/ for more information and to take the Diamond Leader Little League training for free.

Diamond Leader and Coachball.app

Within the coachball.app, the Diamond Leader is a badge for coaches.This allows you to track which coaches have earned the Diamond Leader certificate.

The Diamond Leader badge will appear on the coach's profile, so you can instantly see who you're working with.It helps you identify coaches who have that little bit of extra knowledge and experience in this field.