STMA Girls Fastpitch

I WILL:

* I will place the emotional and physical well being of my players ahead of a personal desire to win.
* I will treat each player as an individual, and expect age appropriate skills from all my players.
* I will direct my players at all times to play by the rules and to show respect for the other players, coaches and the referee.
* I will do my best to provide a safe playing situation for my players.
* I will teach my players in a positive, nurturing manner. I will not berate, intimidate or bully my players into learning.
* I will lead by example in demonstrating fair play and sportsmanship to all my players on and off the field.
* I will exhibit respect for the umpires and other coaches. I will speak with the umpires and other coaches in a civil, calm manner.
I will not openly berate, taunt or otherwise comment negatively on the umpires or other coaches.
* I will remember that I am a youth sports coach and that the game is for the children and not the adults.
* I will adhere to the Coaches Code of Conduct while participating in any activity related to this league.
* I will not use vulgar or discriminating vocabulary at anytime.
* I will abide by the guidelines and policies of the facilities that I practice and play games in which are set STMA and/or the School District.
* I will demand a drug, alcohol and tobacco-free sports environment for my team and agree to assist by refraining from their use at all games and practices.

In the event a coach is deemed to be not in compliance with this code of conduct the following will occur:

1st Time: Verbal Warning
2nd Time: Written Warning
3rd Time: Dismissal from the program

Coach’s Signature__________________________ Date_____________