I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care, and encouragement for my child and all children participating in PHWYBS baseball/softball by adhering to the Parent Code of Conduct in the following ways:
A. I will lead by example through:
1. Encouraging good sportsmanship and positive support for all coaches, players, opponents, opposing fans, and officials at every game, practice, or other youth sporting event. I understand the importance of setting a good example for my child as children are influenced by those surrounding them. B. I will act responsibly and do my best to assure that:
1. My child gets to practice and games on time. I understand that my child needs to be on time to assure adequate warm-up and preparation. I will assure my child is picked up from all games and practices on time. By doing this, I send a message to my child that he/she is my top priority as well as showing respect for the coach.
2. I place the emotional and physical well being of my child ahead of a win-at-all-cost attitude. I will help create an environment that builds a culture where winning is not defined by outcome of competition, but by the individual needs of the children. I understand that children are born with different abilities, and that it is not important how my child compares to others, but that he/she is given the opportunity to display his/her personal best.
3. My child has a positive and fun baseball/softball experience. I understand that less than 1% of all youth sport participants receive college scholarships, and that the number one reason children play sports is to have fun. I understand and will remember that the game is for the players, not the adults, and will keep that in perspective.
4. I will demand a sports environment that is free from tobacco and refrain from its use at all PHWYBS baseball/softball events. I understand that every child deserves to play in a healthy and safe environment. C. I will display appropriate behavior by:
1. Treating each coach, player, opponent, opposing fan, official, or administrator with respect and dignity, and refrain from making negative comments, using profanity, intimidation tactics, and/or inappropriate language toward all in the presence of children. I understand that by voicing negative comments, I can poorly impact my child’s motivation and overall experience.
D. Terminal Behavior
1. I will demand a sports environment that is free from drugs and alcohol, and refrain from their use at all PHWBYS baseball/softball events.
2. I will refrain from initiating or participating in any form of verbal or physical assault toward any
coach, player, opponent, opposing fan, official, or administrator.
PHWYBS reserves the right to take appropriate disciplinary action involving any parent/guardian in violation of the code of conduct.
With my signature, which I voluntarily affix to this contract, I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and will do my best to fulfill the promises made herein. I have read the results of violations posted on the backside of this form and understand that failure to adhere to the above stated guidelines will result in disciplinary action.
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PHWYBS PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT RESULTS OF VIOLATIONS
Violations of the Parent Code of Conduct will result in written documentation, advisory consultation and possible disciplinary action. The following outlines the disciplinary procedures of PHWYBS:
• Conduct Codes A and B
1. Any violation under Codes A and/or B will result in verbal consultation by one or more PHWYBS Board members.
2. Additional violations under Codes A and/or B will result in a formal meeting between the PHWBYS Executive Board and the parent.
• Conduct Code C
1. Any violation under Code C will result in a formal meeting between the PHWYBS Executive Board and the parent. Suspension from attending baseball/softball events will accompany.
2. A second violation under Code C will result in termination of that parent’s privilege to attend any PHWYBS baseball/softball events.
• Conduct Code D
1. Any violation under Code D will result in termination of that parent’s privilege to attend any PHWYBS baseball/softball events.