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Code of Conduct Policy
The Highlands Lacrosse Association has the goal of educating its participating youth in the ideals of good sportsmanship, honesty, leadership and teamwork through the teaching and supervision of the game of lacrosse. In so doing the HLA will contribute to the development of character, citizenship and physical fitness of the youth in Allendale, Ho-Ho-Kus, Saddle River and Upper Saddle River.
In order to carry out these goals and keep all participants focused on the recreational and educational nature of the HLA, we have adopted the following policy:
Players are expected to conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner at all times. A player may be benched or suspended from play, at the discretion of a HLA coach or official, for any unsportsmanlike conduct, including, but not limited to, the following behavior:
1. Using obscene or foul language in a boisterous manner to anyone, especially opposing players, coaches and officials.
2. Openly disputing or arguing about any decision by an official.
3. Using excessive physical force on or off the playing field (modern lacrosse is primarily a game of skill, not brute force).
4. Trash talking or baiting other players.
5. Defacing or damaging the buildings, grounds or equipment at any playing or practice field.
We encourage parents to support their players and teams. However we ask you to refrain from "coaching" from the sidelines. This includes engaging in discussion or argument with the coaches or officials during practices and games. Should you have concerns about the way a game is being coached, please talk to the coach privately off the field. If you are not satisfied with the coach's response to your concerns, please do not engage in an argument. Remember the coaches are unpaid volunteers. Contact an official of the HLA to discuss your concerns.
It is our desire that every player's exposure to lacrosse in the HLA program be safe, educational and most of all fun!
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