ST ALBERT MINOR BALL HOCKEY - ST ALBERT MINOR BALL HOCKEY

CODE OF CONDUCT

PLAYER
1. I will remember I am playing this sport to have fun and will respect the rules.
2. I will remember that regardless of winning or losing, it is my sportsmanship that counts.
3. I will respect my teammates, opponents, coaches, parents, referees and league staff.
4.  I will be a team player and support my team at all times.
5.  I will remember that winning isn't everything but having fun, improving skills and making friends is.
6.  I will take responsibility for my actions, intentional or not, before, during and after a game.
7.  I will not use words or gestures that could demean or disrespect anyone.

PARENT
1.  I will remember that my child plays this sport to have fun and it is not about me.
2.  I will recognize that winning or losing, it is the sportsmanship I promote that will impact my child and everyone around me.
3.  I will respect the volunteer coaches, referees, league staff and other parents/fans.
4.  I will recognize the good performance of my child's team and the opposing team.
5.  I will teach my child that doing one's best is as important as winning.  
6.  I will encourage my child to think positive and will offer praise for competing fairly and trying his/her best.
7.  I will not use  words or gestures that could demean or disrespect anyone.

COACH
1.  I will remember that each player is participating in the sport to have fun and it is not about me.   
2.  I will focus on fair-play promoting participation regardless of player ability and encourage a player's self confidence.
3.  I will recognize that winning or losing, it is the sportsmanship I promote that will impact the players, fans and league.
4.  I will encourage my players to have fun, teach them to play fairly and respect the rules, officials and opponents.
5.  I will ensure players of all skill levels receive equal instruction, support and playing time.
6.  I will remember players want a coach they can respect and that the respect is earned.
7.  I will not use words or gestures that could demean or disrespect anyone.