Dexter Little League: Dexter Codes of Conduct

Parents and Fans Code of Conduct 

Expected behavior from spectators. 

  1.   Absolutely no tobacco, alcohol, or illegal drug use at the Dexter Little League Fields.
  2.   No dogs or other pets at the fields.
  3.   Support all athletes and coaches equally.
  4.   Obscene or demeaning language is not acceptable at any time.
  5.   Arguing with umpires, game officials, coaches, players and(or) other fans is not acceptable at any time.
  6.   Return all foul balls to an umpire or game official.
  7.   Remove all trash from spectator areas after each game.
  8.   Remain in designated spectator areas.  Do not go out onto the field or into the dugouts.
  9.   Leave all coaching decisions and instructions to the coaches.
  10.   Maintain an even temperament regardless of the score or the situation on the field.
  11.   Have fun and enjoy watching Dexter baseball or Softball.
  If you chose not to respect the rules, you can expect the following: 
  1. Verbal warning.
  2. Ejection from the game and (or) fields for 1 or multiple games.

 

 Players’ Code of Conduct 

Expected behavior from baseball and softball players. 

  1.   Absolutely no tobacco, alcohol, or illegal drug use at the Dexter Little League Fields.
  2.   Support your teammates and opponents at all times.
  3.   Obscene or demeaning language is not acceptable at any time.
  4.   Arguing with umpires, game officials or opposing players or fans is not accepted.
  5.   Never attempt to physically or verbally harm your opponents.
  6.   Remove all trash from dugout and spectator areas after each game.
  7.   Play within the rules of the game.  Display a positive attitude at all times.
  8.   Play hard at games regardless of the score.
  9.   Hustle in between innings.
  10.   Have fun and enjoy playing Dexter Baseball or Softball.
  If you chose not to respect the rules, you can expect the following: 
  1. Verbal warning. 
  2. Ejection from the game and (or) fields for 1 or multiple games.
  

Coaches’ Code of Conduct 

Expected behavior from coaches, scorekeepers and other adults on the field. 

  1.   Absolutely no tobacco, alcohol, or illegal drug use at the Dexter Little League Fields.
  2.   Place the development of the player (mentally and physically) above winning.   
  3.    Obscene or demeaning language is not acceptable at any time.
  4.  Arguing with umpires is not acceptable behavior.  Treat umpires with respect and professional courtesy.
  5.    Address inappropriate parent and fan behavior in a calm and subtle manner.
  6.   Remove all trash from dugout and spectator areas after each game.
  7.   Promote good sportsmanship by honoring the rules of the game and displaying a positive attitude.
  8.   Arguing with opposing coaches, players or supporters is not accepted.
  9.   Encourage hustle from your players.  Each team should spend no more than 2 minutes in between innings. 
  10.  Have fun and enjoy coaching Dexter Baseball or Softball.
  If you chose not to respect the rules, you can expect the following: 
  1. Verbal warning.
  2. Ejection from the game and (or) fields for 1 or multiple games.     

Umpire and Game officials' code of conduct

Expected behavior from umpires and game officials 

  1. Absolutely no tobacco, alcohol, or illegal drug use at the Dexter Little League Fields.
  2.  Place the development of the player (mentally and physically) above all other concerns. 
  3. Obscene or demeaning language is not acceptable at any time.
  4. Be fair and unbiased regardless of the score.
  5. Arguing with coaches or fans is not acceptable behavior.  Be firm but respectful in making all calls.  Treat coaches with respect and professional courtesy.
  6. Remember that you are there as a teacher.  It is your role to teach players and coaches to respect the rules of the game.
  7. Take control of the situation on the field.  Address inappropriate parent, coach and fan behavior in a calm and subtle manner.  Do not hesitate to stop a game and seek assistance from the Head Umpire or other Dexter LL officials.
  8. Promote good sportsmanship by honoring the rules of the game and displaying a positive attitude.
  9. Have fun and enjoy officiating Dexter Baseball or Softball.
  If you chose not to respect the rules, you can expect the following: 
  1. A verbal warning from the Head Umpire.
  2. Removal from the game and (or) the umpire rotation for 1 or multiple games.