The Coaches , Parents and Players agree to the following standards when they

are involved in team sports. We believe that each participant whether a

player, coach or parent owes something to the team and the necessary

cohesiveness required from playing a team sport.

COACHES

Acceptable standards of coaching behavior include:

1.Set a good example for participants and fans to follow, exemplifying the

highest moral and ethical behavior.

2. Respect the judgment of officials, abide by the rules of the event;

3. Treat opposing coaches, participants, and fans with respect;

4. Coach in a positive manner, including giving kids messages for life as well

the field

5. Make sure all participants and parents receive copy of rules of game and

this agreement prior to competition.

PENALTIES

Any coach ejected from a game because of unsportsmanlike conduct will be

subject to leaving the facility when the violation occurs. Persons empowered

with this decision are game officials, commissioner, or Athletic Director.

Further action will be considered by the specific sport commission.

Any coach who physically abuses an official will be asked to leave the

facility and must contact the commissioner assigned to them regarding the

incident. The incident will be sent to the appropriate commission for review.

Any coach who verbally abuses another coach, player, or spectator in any

manner (swearing, racial slur, etc.) will be subject to suspension, based on

the findings of the sport commission involved.

PLAYERS

Acceptable standards of player behavior include:

1. Treat opponents with respect; shake hands prior to and after contests.

2. Respect the judgment of officials and abide by the rules of the contest.

3. Accept seriously the responsibility of representing your family and the

school by displaying positive behavior at all times.

4. Play in a positive manner, reflecting core ethical values. Physical and

verbal abuse will not be tolerated! Racial slurs of any kind will not be tolerated!

PENALTIES

Any player ejected from a game because of unsportsmanlike conduct will be

suspended from the next game and may be subject to additional penalties by the

appropriate sport commission.

PARENTS AND SPECTATORS

Acceptable standards of spectator behavior include:

1. Remember that the players are young people and receive benefits from the

mental messages that can be applied to life.

2. Remain seated in the spectator area during the games.

3. Respect decisions made by contest officials.

4. Be a role model by positively supporting teams and by not shouting

instructions or criticism to the players, coaches, or officials. Do not coach

from the stands!

5. Make no derogatory comments or gestures to players, coaches, spectators of

the opposing team, officials, or league administrators.

Remember that coaches and parents set the example for the behavior of their

team’s fans. If you see fans of your team behaving in a negative manner,

please try to appeal to their conscience at an appropriate time.

PENALTIES

Any spectator who displays poor sportsmanship may be removed from the

facility by an official, their team coach, a league official, or the host gym supervisor.

Any spectator who interferes with the conduct of an activity, at the

discretion of the spectator’s school, league, can be barred from attendance at

subsequent athletic activities.

ENFORCEMENT

The Athletic Coordinators, under the supervision of the principal, shall

enforce this code. Complaints regarding violations of this code shall be

first brought to the attention of the appropriate Administrators. Coaches,

participants spectators may be placed on probation or suspended from

activities for their actions.

I (We) have read the Code of Conduct. I (We) agree to follow these

guidelines in my (our) participation in all activities.

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