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If you play a team sport or are a coach for one, there are some things to consider incorporating into your travel routine that will help keep things organized. Having team bags, assigning duties to various players and keeping a checklist with needed travel items can all contribute to having a team that runs smoothly. Let’s take a closer look at what each of those entails:

• Team bags. These come in two types: those for individual players and those that carry gear. Purchasing the same style of bag for all the players can help keep things together when traveling. It also has the benefit of giving the team a more polished look. Other bags to invest in are ones that carry gear such as balls, bats, protective pads and other things you may need to bring along for a trip.
• Assigning duties. If everyone knows what to do when you are packing up, you’ll get to leave on time or early. There will also be less bickering if everyone has a specific duty to take care of. Examples include packing equipment, loading bags and making sure everyone is there before you go.
• Packing checklist. This handy item can be brainstormed by team members or created by the coach and used time and again for trips. Make sure to include key items such as medications, identification and uniforms.