Code of Conduct
CODE OF CONDUCT for Parents,
Players and Coaches
Players, coaches, officials,
parents and spectators are to conduct themselves in a manner that demonstrates
respect to other players, coaches, officials, parents, spectators and fans. In
becoming a member of this organization, an individual assumes certain
obligations and responsibilities to the organization and its participants. The
essential elements in this Code of Conduct are HONESTY and INTEGRITY. Those who
conduct themselves in a manner that reflects these elements will bring credit
to themselves, their team and their organization. It is only through such
conduct that our organization can continue to earn and maintain a positive
image and make its full contribution to our sport and community.
The following essential
elements of the Code of Conduct must be followed:
1. Sportsmanship and teaching
the concepts of fair play are essential to the game and must be taught at all
levels and developed both at home and on the field during practices and games.
2. The value of good
sportsmanship, the concepts of fair play, and the skills of the game should
always be placed above winning.
3. The safety and welfare of the
players are of primary importance.
4. Players should always
demonstrate positive behavior and respect toward teammates, opponents, coaches,
officials, parents and spectators.
5. Coaches, players, parents
and spectators are expected to demonstrate the utmost respect for officials and
reinforce that respect to players/teammates.
6. Grievances or
misunderstandings between coaches, officials or any other parties involved with
the organization should be communicated through the proper channels and
procedures, never on or about the field of play in view of spectators or
participants.
7. Spectators involved with the
game must never permit anyone to openly or maliciously criticize, badger,
harass or threaten an official, coach, player or opponent.
8. Eligibility requirements, at
all levels of the game, must be followed. Rules and requirements such as age,
previous level of participation, team transfers, etc., have been established to
encourage and maximize participation, fair play and to promote safety.
24 Hour Rule
The 24 hour rule is a standard
our club uses to prevent discussions regarding playing time, positions,
tactics, or general decision making immediately following a game. Coaches will
not discuss a game or situation until at least 24 hours have passed.
It is essentially a cooling off
period that removes emotion from the conversation, which allows both parties to
collect their thoughts prior to speaking about any issues.
This rule does two things.
First, it moves the discussion away from the presence of players. Second,
it allows all parties to have time to put things in perspective and "cool
off", if necessary.
By signing the waiver, you agree to uphold and implement
the 24 hour rule.