Players and Parents

Codes of Conduct

(adopted from the U.S.Y.S.A.)

Player's Code

• Play the game for the game's sake.

• Be generous in winning and graceful in losing.

• Be fair always, at all cost.

• Obey the laws of the game

• Work for the good of your team.

• Accept the decisions of your coaches and officials with good grace.

• Believe in the honesty of your opponents.

• Conduct yourself with honor and dignity.

• Strive to always do your best.

Parent's Code

• Lead by example, not criticism.

• Make your child's athletic experience a positive one.

• Attempt to relieve the pressure of competition, not intensify it.

• Be kind and respectful to all players, coaches and officials.

• Applaud good play by your child, his or her teammates and their opponents.

• Leave coaching to your child's coach.

• Accept the results of each game and encourage your child to do the same.

• Help your child understand that winning also means doing their best.