Bob Swab, President of Kernersville Little League called the meeting to order at 6:15 PM.  The agenda for the meeting was to discuss the following:

                - player ejection from J & R Construction in the Senior Baseball division
                - appeal of suspension by manager for TRS in the Major Baseball division
                - discussion of All Star manager and coach candidates

 The manager for J & R Construction addressed the board in a closed session concerning the behavior of one of his players at a recent game.  An altercation in the dugout ensued over equipment.  The situation was potentially dangerous.  Proper diligence was performed by the board; and coach, team, player and parent statements were reviewed and considered. 

 As a result, the board unanimously decided to suspend the player involved for the remainder of the season, including extended play and fall ball.  This player may reapply to participate in KLL programs for the 2004 season.  Additionally, one additional player was put on probation by the board for the remainder of the 2003 season.  Any further incidents, this player will be subject to suspension by the board of directors as well.

 The manager for VFW requested his game suspension as a result of ejection during a recent game be lifted; Bob denied the request and emphasized the importance of the board standing behind the umpire’s decisions.

 Bob reviewed the list of managers who are in contention for the All Star teams in their respective divisions.  They are:

 Senior/Junior League Baseball - Barry Tilley and Ken Freeman

Major League Baseball - Tommy Harrison, Shane Shirey and Tony Mizzi

Minor League Baseball - Phil Swisher, Kevin Wiley and Steve Howell

Senior Softball - there will not be enough girls to field a team

Junior Softball - Mike Babyak and Rob Simmons

Major Softball - Doug Wilson, Russell Truesdale, Chris Fish and Glenda Head

 The board was in agreement that the above named managers would represent Kernersville well in All Star Play.

 The minutes of the May 5, 2003 meeting were read by Gale Starbuck.  A motion was made by Cindy Clark to approve the minutes as read.  Sherry Smagner seconded the motion; motion carried.

 The minutes of the May 10, 2003 meeting were read and a motion was made by Cindy Clark to approve the minutes as read.  Roger Neundorf seconded the motion; motion approved.

 The minutes of the May 28, 2003 meeting were also read.  A motion was made by Lorraine Swisher to approve the minutes as amended.  The motion was seconded by Cindy Clark; motion carried.

 A review of the closing ceremony program was given by Bob.  The program will include: the National Anthem being played, special recognitions, scholarship and sportsmanship awards, regular season and tournament champions, and All Star announcements.  The program will be held on Sunday, June 15th at 4:00PM.

 The end of season tournament will begin next week and will be single elimination.

 Extended season will be like last year’s format.

 Bob reiterated that only 12, 14, and 15 year olds names are going to appear on the ballot for All Star voting.

 Bob suggested the league make a formal policy regarding All Star uniforms.  After discussion, Gary Cobbler made a motion to have the All Star teams wear their gray pants (baseball) or shorts (softball) from regular season for All Star play.  The league will furnish hats, socks, and belts for the teams.   Parents will purchase the shirts.  The uniform will consist of navy blue flex fit hat or visor with a white “K” and two stars, navy socks, navy belts, navy shirts with white slanted Kernersville All Star tail swoosh screen.  The shirts will be two button placket short-sleeved shirts for baseball and sleeveless two button placket shirts for softball.  All clothing to be purchase from a league approved supplier.  Managers not adhering to above uniform code will be subject to disciplinary action including possible removal as manager of All Star team.  The motion was seconded by Cindy Clark; motion carried.

 Pam Idol suggested sending Thank You letters to all the league’s sponsors this fall and asking for their support for the 2004 season.  Pam is willing to make copies of the letter.

 Bob reminded everyone of the wooden bat tournament which will be held on June 21st at the complex hosted as a fundraiser.

 The meeting was adjourned at 10:05 PM.

 Respectfully submitted,

  Gale R. Starbuck