The Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department is accepting volunteer coach applications for the 2009 Youth Baseball Program and the Youth Girls Volleyball Program. Coaches must exhibit the ability to organize practices and communicate effectively with players (ages 6-15 for baseball and 10-13 for volleyball), parents and recreation department staff. Coaches also must exhibit the ability to teach proper playing skills, fundamentals and sportsmanship and provide an enjoyable atmosphere at practices and games. Initial deadline is Friday, Dec. 11. To receive a volunteer coaches’ application or additional information, contact the recreation department at 918-7364.