In addition to paragraph 6 of the Code of Conduct (above), parents/guardians of individuals and spectators at events will:
Encourage athletes to play by the rules and resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence
Never ridicule a participant for a poor performance or practice
Respect the decisions and judgments of officials and encourage athletes to do the same
Not question the judgment or honesty of an official or a club staff or board member
Respect and show appreciation to all competitors and to the coaches, officials, and other volunteers who give their time to the sport
Keep off of the competition area and not interfere with events or calls
Not force your child or others to participate in basketball.
Remember that children play organized sports for their own fun and benefit. They are not there to entertain, and they are NOT miniature professional athletes.
Explain the importance of “Fair Play” to your child and their coach along with others involved in basketball.
Encourage your child to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence.
Teach your child that doing one’s best is as important as winning, so your child will never feel defeated by the outcome of the game.
Make your child feel like a winner every time by offering praise for competing fairly and trying hard.
Never ridicule or yell at your child or coach for making a mistake or losing a game.
Remember that children learn best by example and will applaud good plays by the home team and the visiting team.
Be on your best behaviour at all times and will not use profane language or harass players, coaches, referees, administrators, volunteers or the opposing team.
Never question the referee or coach’s judgment or honesty in public and will respect their decisions and involvement in my child’s development.
Show respect for the visiting team – without them there would be no game.
Make involvement in this basketball program for your child and others a positive experience.
Condemn the use of violence and verbal abuse in all forms.
Encourage players always to play according to the rules of basketball.
Attempt to relieve the pressure of competition, not increase it. A child is easily affected by outside influences.
