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Codes of Conduct

Texas Spirit is proud to abide by the YMCAs' Code of Conduct for Coaches, Parents, Players and Directors.

YMCA Code of Sports Conduct

We believe that sports should offer competitive fun in a learning and healthy environment. We want all players, parents, coaches and referees to read and abide by these codes of conduct. It will make the games more enjoyable for all and help teach our sons and daughters that competition can take place in a friendly and fun atmosphere.

Coaches Code of Conduct
• I will remember that I am a youth sports coach and that this should be fun for the children
• I will be knowledgeable of the rules and fundamentals of the game and do my best to teach them
• I will do my best to teach the six pillars of character values (trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, caring, fairness, citizenship) to my players, with my words and my actions
• I will not engage in negative discussions with any game official, parent or coach; neither during or after the game
• I will not allow my team's players or parents to act in a way that demonstrates disrespect for the game officials or any member of the opposing team; their players, coaches or parents
• I will abide by all the rules and regulations of the YMCA
• I will see that any disputes are handled calmly and by the proper procedures and proper authorities
• I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my players ahead of a personal desire to win

Player Code of Conduct
• I am here to learn and have fun
• I will respect coaches, officials and players, both on my team and other teams
• I will not use any language or gestures that could cause bad feelings
• I will be respectful and will not argue calls with any official
• I will not play in such a way as to intentionally cause harm to any other player
• I will try hard and play fair
• I will abide by all the rules and regulations of the YMCA
• I will attend every practice and game that I can and I will be responsible to notify my coach if I can not attend

Parents Code of Conduct
• I will cheer for my child and not yell at him or her
• I will not argue calls with the officials, neither during, or after the game
• I will respect the decision of the coaches, officials and program administrators in all matters
• I will not engage in any negative behavior towards the other team; their players, coaches or parents
• I will refrain from the use of alcohol and tobacco products when in a youth sports environment
• I will place the emotional and physical well being of all children ahead of a personal desire to win
• I will abide by all the rules and regulations of the YMCA
• I will stress to my child, and demonstrate by my behavior, the importance of sportsmanship in all areas of play