Any parent guilty of improper conduct at any game or practice will be asked to leave the sports facility and be suspended from the following game. Repeat violations may cause a multiple game suspension, or the season forfeiture of the privilege of attending all games.
- I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, and officials at every game, practice, or other youth sports event.
- I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of a personal desire to win.
- I will support the implementation of character development values: caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and inclusion.
- I will refrain from using foul or derogatory language at practices and games, and I will not speak to coaches or staff disrespectfully
- I will respect coaches and staff by remaining in the area designated for spectators.
- I will support coaches and officials working with my child, in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
- I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol, and will refrain from their use at all YMCA youth sports events.
- I will remember that the game is for youth - not for adults.
- I will do the very best to make the youth sports experience fun for my child.
- I will help my child enjoy the youth sports experience by doing whatever I can, such as being a respectful fan or assisting with coaching.
- I will teach my child to treat other players, coaches, fans, officials with respect regardless of race, sex, creed, or ability.
- I will remember all coaches are volunteers, dedicating many hours to help children. I will treat them with respect. If I have suggestions or wish to discuss my child's progress with them, I will do so before or after practice or a game.
- I will try to have my child on time to practices and games. I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care, and encouragement for my child participating in youth sports by following this Parents' Code of Conduct.
I acknowledge the parent code of conduct and understand what is expected of me as a parent/spectator at YMCA youth basketball league games.
