Player, Parent, Coach and Volunteer
Code of Conduct
Youth sports programs play an essential role in promoting the physical, social, and emotional development of children. Therefore, it is crucial for parents, coaches, spectators, and officials to support youth athletes and uphold the values of good sportsmanship. Additionally, parents, guardians, family members, coaches, spectators, and officials involved in youth sports events should model positive behavior and lead by example, demonstrating fairness, respect, and self-control.
The St. Helens Girls Softball Code of Conduct has been established to promote and require trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, and good citizenship for all individuals involved in St. Helens Girls Softball programs.
For you and your child to participate in St. Helens Girls Softball programs, you and your child must read and agree to the St. Helens Girls Softball Code of Conduct Rules.
As a PLAYER, I understand and must abide by the following rules:
Respect the Game: Play fairly and follow the rules and regulations of the game.
Respect Authority: Show respect for officials and league representatives.
Demonstrate Good Sportsmanship: Exhibit good sportsmanship before, during, and after games.
Educate Others: Help parents and fans understand the league’s philosophy to foster enjoyment for all.
Be Courteous: Treat opposing teams, players, and coaches with respect.
Be Modest in Victory: Be gracious in both success and defeat.
Respect Public Facilities: Use public facilities responsibly.
Avoid Harmful Behaviors: Refrain from using drugs, tobacco, alcohol, or abusive language.
Social Media Conduct: Negative use of social media or public forums that impacts or portrays the league or players negatively will lead to suspension from the league.
As a PARENT/GUARDIAN, I understand and must abide by the following rules:
Encourage Good Sportsmanship: Demonstrate positive support for all players, coaches, fans, and officials during games and practices.
Prioritize Well-Being: Place the well-being of my child above personal desires to win.
Respect Others: Encourage my child to play by the rules and respect the rights of other players, coaches, fans, and officials.
Respectful Language: Refrain from using profanity or offensive language.
Avoid Threats or Abuse: Refrain from any verbal or physical threats or abuse directed at coaches, parents, players, officials, or any other attendees.
Respect Public Facilities: Be respectful of the public facilities used during games and practices.
Avoid Harmful Behaviors: Refrain from the use of drugs, tobacco, alcohol, or abusive language.
As a COACH or VOLUNTEER, I understand and must abide by the following rules:
Youth-Centered Focus: Remember that the game is for the children, not for adults.
Prioritize Well-Being: Always place the emotional, mental, and physical well-being of participants ahead of personal desires to win.
Background Screening: Understand that my approval to coach is based upon the results of my background screening.
Individualized Attention: Treat each player as an individual, acknowledging that each child develops at their own pace.
Attend Coaches Meetings: Participate in seasonal coaches meetings for each sport I am coaching.
Respect Officials: Do not publicly question or criticize an official’s judgment, and encourage parents and players to do the same.
First Aid: Be knowledgeable about first aid principles necessary to treat injuries for participants in my care.
Fun and Challenging Practices: Use appropriate coaching techniques and organize practices that are fun, educational, and challenging for all players.
Lead by Example: Demonstrate fair play and sportsmanship to all players.
Prohibited Substance Use: Understand that alcohol, tobacco, and drugs are prohibited at all youth sports events. I will not attend, coach, officiate, or participate in any event while under the influence.
Knowledge of the Game: Ensure I am knowledgeable in the rules of the sport I am coaching and teach these rules to my players.
Prioritize Safety: Abide by the established policies, rules, and regulations with the safety and well-being of all participants in mind.
Social Media Conduct: I will not use social media or any other means of communication negatively regarding anyone involved in the league.