2023-2024 BGBL Officers

The 2022-2023 BGBL Board planning for a better future.
2023-2024 BGBL Board Members July Meeting

For More Information- bgblboston@gmail.com

Commissioners
Patrick Lawlor
Jun Wang
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Matt Bibeau
Luke Dwyer

D2 Assistant Commissioner
Arne Thompsen
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Terry Epps
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Kit Chan

BGBL Social Event Committee
Nick Sullivan
Quadry Allen
Maxwell Rittner
Legal Advisor
Michael Stefanilo Jr
Recruiting & New Player Engagement Director
Cory Renzella
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John Persechini


Roles & Responsibilities

Assistant Commissioner

  • Sets up and manages Offseason pick up leagues.
  • Obtains Coaches for main season.
  • Decides specific divisional setup.
  • Works with Commissioner on New Player Development/Draft Night.
  • Manages the Draft.
  • Assists with Meet Your Team Party by presenting new Teams.
  • Ensures each Team has a name.
  • Print out weekly scoresheets- reimbursable.
  • Sets up scoreboard and scoring table schedule to be followed throughout the season.
  • Handles statistics to be distributed to Coaches (this can be delegated).
  • Primary line of communication to Coaches regarding practices, game schedule, social events, sponsor support, rules, player absenteeism for playoff eligibility, standings, player injuries.
  • Delegates sweeping of gym floor prior to game 1 of day.
  • Reaches out to perspective players on the wait list to set up supplemental draft once date is determined.
  • Escalates to Commissioner any player/coach/official’s behavioral issues.
  • Hands out and announces divisional awards at end of the season banquet
  • Acts as an overall ambassador of the division.

Treasurer

  • Primary account holder for all league financials.
  • File yearly taxes at both the State and Federal level to maintain Non-Profit status.
  • Maintain accurate records/receipts (Google Docs) for all financial aspects of the BGBL.
  • Maintain and update bank account records while keeping the Commissioner updated.
  • Pay bills upon receipt of documentation and approval.
  • Prepare and present to the Board the monthly financial report.
  • Ensure all BGBL members have paid in full prior to playing.
  • Assist in budgeting of events both on court and off.
  • Contribute to any fundraising events throughout season.
  • Handle any credits necessary due to unexpected events.
  • Ensure sponsorship dues are paid, if not work directly with Director of Sponsorship.

Secretary

  • Maintain all records of reporting.
  • Take minutes at each meeting and send out to the Board with assigned tasks.
  • Court Reporter (weekly during season) (as needed offseason) with sponsor spotlight, player of the month, etc…
  • Help with the communication and promotion of socials and calendar of events.

Director of Play & Operations

  • Work directly with D1 and D2 Asst. Commissioners on any divisional issues that arise or code of conduct concerns from players.
  • Organize a D2 practice-drill night where each Coach runs a station and players rotate
  • Decision maker along with Commissioner on any potential player issues (technical fouls, ejections, threats, etc.)
  • Point of contact for Officials and scheduling.
  • Address any facility issues with gyms (lights, floor, scoreboard) for practice and gameplay.
  • Brainstorm ways of improving the on-court experience for all participants.
  • Facilitate Championship Saturday events and fan participation.
  • Review current bylaws and make any necessary changes.
  • Ensure that all Board members are certified in proper safety training. (ie: defibrillator)
  • Work directly with the Commissioner on potential game cancellations due to weather, etc.

Director of Sponsorship

  • Assist in obtaining new sponsorship opportunities.
  • Review potential Gold, Silver, Bronze level of sponsors.
  • Work directly with the Director of Social Events to incorporate new opportunities and events.
  • Ensure the sponsor spotlight is sent to Secretary to further promote.
  • Work with companies on promotion of goods through social events and game play.
  • Follow up on any non-payment sponsors for the BGBL season with the Treasurer.
  • Implement new ideas, such as game day banners with sponsorships listed.
  • Help promotion of sponsors through social media and website.
  • Maintain an updated sponsorship contact list in Google Docs.

NGBA Liaison & Director of Tournament Play

  • Work directly with Mark Chambers and the NGBA on new opportunities. Potential page link ups.
  • Promote NGBA events and opportunities within the BGBL.
  • Coordinate the annual 3 on 3 Tournament during season working directly with the Sponsorship and Social Events Directors.
  • Develop new NGBA Tournament Teams of all levels within the BGBL.
  • Work directly with the Director of Play & Operations on Tournament Teams practice times.
  • Utilize all resources to assist with Travel Teams, Sponsorship, and Fundraising opportunities.
  • Help promote the BGBL at a national level.

Director of Social Events

  • With the assistance of the Board, help coordinate confirmed dates and times of events in order to make magnetic schedules.
  • Work directly with the Co-Directors of Sponsorship on weekly social promotional giveaways to help drive attendance.
  • Create social media flyers for promotion of events.
  • Develop ideas to further communicate during game day (at gym) social events for that evening.
  • Partner with Secretary on Court Reporter Communication days prior to event.
  • Coordinate with location on potential appetizers and special space for BGBL events.
  • Maintain a strong rapport with all BGBL sponsors to help give back.
  • Look into non-alcoholic events, such as College game, skills competition, trivia night, etc.

Director of Recruitment

  • Primary focus to increase number of players in Division 1. Goal to have 6 strong Teams.
  • Promote BGBL play prior to the season through events, social media, colleges, advertising, flyer hang up at gyms and bars.
  • Spreading the word of the BGBL main season with business card handouts.
  • Brainstorm and implement new opportunities to promote the brand.
  • Work directly with the Community Outreach Director.
  • Lead all efforts in having a physical presence within BAGS, Summer T Dance, Pride, etc.
  • Reply to any inquiries from new players regarding the League.
  • Assist in new player development camp in September.

Community Outreach Director

  • Look for ways to become more engaged and active in the Boston LGBTQ+ community.
  • Implement monthly volunteer opportunities within organizations in the city.
  • Engage political leaders to gain knowledge of the League and promote.
  • Work directly with the Boston Celtics organization on ways to partner (not just for one Pride event)
  • Collaborate with Director of Recruitment on ways to not only promote the BGBL, but also help within the City.
  • Help plan fundraisers for a local organization together within the league.
  • Look into building the non-profit status.

Advisory Board to the Commissioner

  • Will not attend monthly Board meetings, but instead assist when necessary at a high level with the Commissioner.
  • In the event a Board Member is not present, act as extra eyes at Social Events and the Gym.
  • Provide opinions on any major changes implemented, as necessary.
  • Help spread the mission and goals of the BGBL.
  • Can be counted on to assist during an event as needed.

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