Code of Conduct (Players and Parents)
Code of Conduct
Parent/Player Code of Conduct Sheet:
For Players:
I pledge the following:
1: I will demonstrate good sportsmanship regardless of the score.
2: I will show respect to all game officials, coaches, players, and parents.
3: I will not argue with, or question decisions made by the on-field game officials.
4: I will not use drugs, tobacco or alcohol at any practice or game and will remind others on my team not to do so.
5: I will shake hands with the other team at the conclusion of all games.
6: I will shake hands with the officials at the conclusion of all games.
7: I understand that I can be suspended from the game and or tournament play for violation of this Player's Code of Conduct.
Player Signature- Completing this registration you agree to these terms ************************************************************************************* ********* For
Parents: The essential elements of character building and ethics in sports are embodied in the concept of sportsmanship and six core principles: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and good citizenship. I therefore agree:
1. I will remember that children participate to have fun and that the game is for young people, not adults.
2. I will learn the rules of the game and the policies of the league.
3. I (and my guests) will be a positive role model for my child and encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy.
4. I (and my guests) will demonstrate positive support for all players, coaches, officials and spectators at every game.
5. I (and my guests) will not engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct with any official, coach, player, or parent
6. I (and my guest) will not engage in tactics such as booing or taunting.
7. I will teach my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence.
8. I will demand that my child treat other players, coaches, officials and spectators with respect.
9. I will praise my child for competing fairly and trying hard, and make my child feel like a winner every time.
10. I will never ridicule or yell at my child or other participant for making a mistake or losing a competition.
11. I will promote the emotional and physical well-being of the athletes ahead of any personal desire I may have for my child to win.
12. I will respect the officials, game administrators and their authority before, during and after games.
13. I will never question, discuss, or confront coaches at the game – either during or after the game.
14. I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and I wil refrain from their use at all sports events.
15. I will refrain from coaching my child or other players during games and practices, unless I am one of the official coaches of the team. I also agree that if I fail to abide by the aforementioned rules and guidelines at practices, games, I will be subject to disciplinary action that could include, but is not limited to the following: Verbal warning by game official, head coach, and/or head of league organization Game Unsportsmanlike Conduct penalty assessed against team Team game forfeit through the official or coach
Parents: Completing this registration, you agree to the terms and conditions