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Chardon Baseball League 2008 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PLAYERS, COACHES These codes reflect the policy of the Chardon Baseball
League of Chardon, The codes are not an exclusive statement for the conduct
of the Chardon Baseball League. The purposes of the Codes of Conduct are to make the game
of baseball more attractive, healthy and a worthwhile activity for
children. A very important aspect of
the Chardon baseball league program is teaching and promoting good
sportsmanship. All players, coaches
and parents are expected to conduct themselves in a dignified and orderly
manner. BASIC CODE OF CONDUCT ·
No
coach, player, parent or spectator may ever address, in a negative way, the
umpires or coaches or other players.
Use of profanity by a manager, coach, player parent or spectator will
not be tolerated. At the coaches,
umpire or league official's discretion, the manager, player, spectator or
coach, may or may not be warned. If the misbehavior continues, the manager or
coach will be requested to leave the grounds, and if such person refuses to
leave, the game will be forfeited to the non-offending team. ·
After receiving the Umpire's report that a
manager, coach, spectator or player has been ejected, the League Board of
Directors shall require such manager, coach, spectator or player to appear
before the Board of Directors to explain his or her behavior within 5 days.
The Board of Directors will notify the ejected person in writing, telephone
or Email of the date, time and location of the meeting and so note its
notification in its minutes by the secretary.
It will be the decision of a quorum of the Board whether to suspend
indefinitely or reinstate that manager, coach, spectator or player. In the case of a spectator, he or she will
not be allowed on the grounds until reinstated by the Board of Directors. ·
Uphold
all rules and regulations adopted by the Chardon Baseball League. ·
There
will be no alcoholic beverages on or near league fields. ·
All
decisions made by umpires are final. PARENTS’ CODE OF CONDUCT ·
Remember
that children participate in sport for their enjoyment, not yours. ·
Encourage
your child to participate, do not force them. ·
Focus
on the child's efforts and performance rather than winning or losing. ·
Encourage
children always to play according to the rules and to settle disagreements
without resorting to hostility or violence. ·
Never
ridicule or yell at a player for making a mistake or losing a competition. ·
Remember
that children learn best by example. Appreciate good performances and
skillful plays by all participants. ·
Support
all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities. ·
Respect
official's decisions and teach children to do likewise. No criticizing,
arguing or heckling of any participant. ·
Show
appreciation for volunteer coaches, officials and administrators. Without
them, your child could not participate. ·
Respect
the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their
gender, ability, cultural background or religion. ·
Never
attempt to enter the field of play.
The Chardon Baseball League will not tolerate parental misconduct of
any type. COACHING CODE OF CONDUCT: ·
Children
participate for fun and enjoyment and winning is only part of their
motivation. Never ridicule or yell at players for making mistakes or losing a
competition. ·
Make
a commitment to providing a quality service to your players by adhering to
the following: ·
Ensure
that all players are treated fairly and equally, avoid over playing talented
players, all players deserve quality playing and training time regardless of
their ability. ·
Display
control, respect, dignity and professionalism to all involved with baseball -
this includes but is not limited to officials, opponents, coaches,
administrators, parents, spectators and the media. ·
Coaches
must always promote the positive aspects of the game and reinforce to your
players that the rules of the game are mutual agreements, which no one should
evade or break. Coaches must uphold
all rules and regulations of the Chardon Baseball League. ·
Obtain
appropriate qualifications and keep up to date with the latest coaching
practices and principles of growth and development of young people. ·
Ensure
that coaching or training activities take place in a safe environment and are
appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of the players. ·
Show
concern and caution towards sick or injured players. ·
No
coach may ever address, in a negative way, the coaches or players of the
opposing team. Use of profanity by a
manager or coach will not be tolerated.
At the coaches, umpires or league officials' discretion, the manager
or coach may or may not be warned. If
the misbehavior continues, the manager or coach will be requested to leave
the grounds, and if manager or coach refuses to leave, the game is forfeited. PLAYERS’ CODE OF CONDUCT ·
Junior
players play baseball for fun and enjoyment and winning is only a secondary
part of playing. ·
Play
to the rules of the game, which have been drawn up by mutual agreements, no
one should break or evade them. ·
Respect
your opponents, club officials and match officials because without them you
may not be able to participate in a sport you enjoy playing. ·
Thank
the opposition players, referees and coaches at the end of each game by
gathering in the center of the field to shake hands and thank them for the
game. ·
Baseball
is a team game. Encourage your own teammates as every player makes mistakes
and has his off days. ·
Never
abuse anyone or swear in frustration on or off the field of play. ·
Uniforms
should be neat, jerseys tucked in and hats worn at all times. |
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