Smithsburg Youth Football Association

Code OF Conduct

            The Board and Coaches of SYFA are all VOLUNTEERS that assist in improving, guiding, and mentoring our youth athletes.  The below conduct statements are to ensure the safety of the participants while safeguarding the longevity of Smithsburg Youth Football Association to provide services to our community.

As a parent of an SYFA participant(s), I am accepting the following:

❏ I will participate in fundraising and other events that support the organization.  I  am required to sell all 10 SYFA raffle tickets, 15 tickets if multiple players, or i will be charged for the lost revenue to the league.  If i do not return unsold tickets my equipment check and or volunteer check will be cashed immediately. 

❏ I will fulfill my volunteer duties. I am required to fill 4 (four shifts) volunteer positions for a registered participant in my family during SYFA “home” games.  If i have more than 1 registered participant i must complete 5 (five shifts).

❏ I must abide by all SYFA and MVYFL rules, procedures & policies, by-laws, and guidelines.

❏ Tobacco, vape products, drugs, and alcohol products are not permitted at any SYFA function.

❏ I understand that ONLY approved officials, coaches, and players are permitted on the field. NO parents, spectator, etc... are permitted on the practice/playing field, in the Press Box, or any area designated for players/coaches without an organization-issued badge. This is a violation of MVYFL rules and safety which can result in a penalty to the organization.

❏ I understand that my child is part of a team and is expected to participate in all practices and games until the season is over, this may include playoff and championship games.  I understand that if my child misses significant practice time he or she may not play.   If my child cannot be at a function I am to give the Head Coach ADVANCED notice.

❏ I understand absences from practice and/or games will impact my child’s playing time or participation at an SYFA event.

❏ If I have any concerns with the coaching staff, I will address said issues by sending an email to [email protected]

❏ I will properly conduct myself. I will treat the coaches, officials, and SYFA Board Members with respect. I also understand that I am responsible for the behavior of family, friends, and guests who attend SYFA events with me or to watch my child.

❏ I understand that any unsportsmanlike or inappropriate behavior, whether verbal or electronic, that reflects poorly on any child, the SYFA program, board, coaches, or volunteers will result in myself or my guests' immediate removal from the field, practice setting, or event until the executive board has met with the Grievance Committee and said parent to determine the length of removal from SYFA events, if necessary. This includes any unnecessary or disrespectful behavior on social media from any member of MY FAMILY.

All Families will be required to give a $150 Equipment Check and $150 Volunteer check before being able to participate in any practices or games.  WE DO NOT ACCEPT CREDIT CARD COPIES OR CREDIT CARD NUMBERS.  The Checks will either be returned or destroyed after all Volunteer duties are completed and Equipment returned at the end of the season.  

This is a ZERO tolerance policy on the Parent Code of Conduct. Choosing not to sign

or follow the guidelines in this document are deemed non-compliant and a breach of

contract. All of the above terms will be upheld immediately. **Note some teams/squads

may have minors as assistant coaches/helpers. Inappropriate communication with these

individuals may result in legal action** as well as our

Policies/Procedures can be found on our website. Additional copies of the Parent Code

of Conduct can also be found @ www.smithsburgyouthfootballassociation.com

 By signing below, I have acknowledged that I have read, understood, and agree to the

terms listed above. Electronic acceptance of this document is an acknowledgment,

regardless of signature, is an acceptance that you have read, understood, and agree to

the terms listed above.

Parent/Guardian Signature: _____________________________________________ _

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