LilBlueDevils: Code of Conduct
Player code of conduct
I will...
Have fun!
Be a good sport (win or lose), be honest, fair and always show good sportsmanship to my parents, coaches, players, officials and fans.
Learn the value of commitment to the team.
Put personal goals aside for the betterment of the team. There is no “I” in team.
Show courtesy and respect to teammates, opponents, coaches.
Realize that athletic contests, including practice sessions are educational experiences and opportunities.Not engage in unsportsmanlike conduct.
Not engage in rude behavior.
Treat everyone, including coaches, parents, players, and officials, with respect regardless of race, creed, color, nationality, or sex.”
Parent Code of Conduct
“I will…
Give constructive criticism during a private moment, never in front of other parents, players, officials, spectators, etc.
Support the coach(es), and refrain from excessive “sideline coaching”.
Refrain from using profanity.
Abide by doctor’s decision in all matters of players health and injuries, and physical ability to play.
Accept the decisions of officials on the field as being fair and called to the best ability of the officials. I understand that parents MUST stay off the field and remain under control in order to set a good example for players and other spectators.
Not criticize an opposing team, its players, fans, coaches or team, by words or gestures.
Support the coaches, players and officials and help teach the value of commitment to the teams, sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and fair play.
Understand that inappropriate behavior is cause for ejection from SYFA events. Repeat offenses may result in being barred from future games and SYFA sponsored activities.
Not encourage my child(ren), or any other person, to engage in unsportmanship conduct with any coach, parent, player, participants, officials or any other attendee.”
