Parent Code of Conduct - Registration Agreement
The mission of Ringgold Youth Basketball Association (RYBA) includes ensuring that its basketball program encourages and develops youth basketball skills and fosters a love of basketball in a safe place and positive environment with every player. This should include teaching skills development, teamwork and good sportsmanship. RYBA encourages the development of its players in an enjoyable and educational format. As a requirement for my child's participation in RYBA programs and events, and as the parent(s) / guardian(s) for my / our participating child, I / we agree to the following Parent Code of Conduct:
1. Participation in practice is mandatory for all In-House recreational league grades 3-6 players. Individual playing time may be reduced if there is a pattern of missed practices consistently over time.
2. Players should be on time for practices and games. That means arrive at least 10 minutes early to get shoes on, fill water bottles and use the restroom. A coach should be notified if a player is going to be late. If being late is an ongoing problem, this will be reflected in the athlete’s playing time.
3. I / We shall never place winning above sportsmanship, integrity or the concepts of fair play.
4. I / We shall not engage in unsportsmanlike conduct with any coach, parent, player, participant, official or other attendee.
5. I / We shall give constructive criticism only during a private moment; never in front of other parents, players, officials or spectators.
6. I / We shall support the coaches and refrain from excessive “sideline coaching” from the stands.
7. I / We shall refrain from using profanity.
8. I / We shall abide by a doctor’s decision in all matters of players health and injuries and physical ability to play.
9. I / We shall accept the decisions of officials on the court as being fair and called to the best ability of the officials.
10. I / We shall stay off the court and remain under control in order to set a good example for players and other spectators.
11. I / We shall not criticize an opposing team, its players, fans, coaches or team by words or gestures.
12. I / We will not engage in any behavior which would endanger the health, safety or well being of any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee.
13. I / We will not encourage or allow our child to engage in any behavior which would endanger the health, safety or well being of any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee.
15. I / We shall not initiate or participate in a fight or scuffle with any coach, parent, player, participant, official or other attendee.
16. I / We shall not encourage or allow our child to initiate or participate in a fight or scuffle with any coach, parent, player, participant, official or other attendee.
17. I / We shall support the coaches, players and officials and help teach the value of commitment to the teams, sportsmanship, ethical conduct and fair play.
18. I / We shall will not encourage our child or any other person to engage in unsportsmanlike conduct with any coach, parent, player, participants, officials or any other attendee.
19. I / We will treat all coaches, parents, players, participants, officials and any other attendee with respect regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or ability.
20. I / We will not engage in verbal or physical threats or abuse aimed at any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee.
21. I / We will not encourage or allow my / our child to engage in verbal or physical threats or abuse aimed at any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee.
22. The 24-Hour Rule will be strictly enforced. If you have an issue, you must wait 24-hours before contacting the appropriate Coach. If the issue is still unresolved or no response received, you may then contact RYBA directly by email. This includes any complaints about coaching decisions during a game such as individual playing time. This concern may be addressed with the associated Head Coach with additional participation from an assistant coach or other appropriate team representative 24-hours after the conclusion of the game. Both parents/guardians and coaches have the right to request the participation of an assistant coach and/or team representative for any discussion. If the issue is not properly resolved a formal complaint may then be filed with the RYBA board by the Team Representative in a written statement via email.
23. Players, parents/guardians are subject to the Ringgold School District policies regarding tobacco, alcohol, drugs and controlled substances on school property and will be subjected to disciplinary actions and dismissal from the program if violated.
24. Appropriate gym clothes are required for practices. No jewelry may be worn at practices, open gyms or games. This includes all body piercings.
25. In-House recreational league grades 3-6 players - At least one parent will participate in one volunteer hour commitment per regular season.
The Coaching Staff and Ringgold Youth Basketball Association board members will not tolerate ANY discipline problems. We will win or lose with respect and dignity before we sacrifice our principles. It is a privilege, not a right, to represent Ringgold Youth Basketball community. We believe basketball is an educational experience and we want the game and our team to be a positive influence in each player’s life. Thank you for entrusting your son or daughter into our care and guidance.
We recognize that any violation of this Parent Code of Conduct, is cause for possible immediate ejection from the stands and the playing venue.
I / We also agree that if I / we fail to conform my / our conduct to the foregoing while attending or participating in a basketball sports event, that I / we will be subject to disciplinary action, including but not limited to the following, in any order or combination as determined by the RYBA Board, in their sole discretion.
- Verbal warning
- Written warning
- Suspension or immediate ejection from any RYBA event and being barred from future games and league sponsored activities.
- The removal of my / our child from participation in future RYBA activities and events as a result of my / our violation(s) of the Parent Code of Conduct.
- Police intervention and / or judicial consequences
I / We have read this PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT, fully understand its terms, and agree to its terms as a condition of registration with RYBA.