Codes of Conduct
The Tripp Park Miss-E League recognizes times have changed. As such, our organization continues evolve as necessary. In our efforts to maintain our stellar reputation, a Code of Conduct has been instituted for all Managers, Coaches, Players and Parents!
Manager/Coach Code of Conduct
• I understand that my responsibilities as a youth Manager/Coach are of great importance and that my actions have the potential to significantly influence the young athletes whom I Manage/Coach. • I understand that many children participate in sports for numerous different reasons, and that the number one reason is to have fun!
• I understand that as a youth Manager/Coach I am obligated to honor the games rules, opponents, officials, teammates and self, and to teach players to do the same. Therefore, by participating as a youth sports volunteer, I will adhere to the following Code:
A. I will create an appropriate environment for our children that:
1. Focuses on safety, fun, skill development, and education.
2. Has a positive lasting impact on the children of our community.
3. Promotes building character and learning life skills.
4. De-emphasizes a win at all costs attitude.
5. Is fair, consistent, and best meets the emotional and physical needs of all children.
6. Builds a culture where winning is not defined by outcome of competition, but by the individual needs of all the children.
B. I will act responsibly and do my best to assure that:
1. I provide playing time for every child that is consistent with the rules of the Tripp Park Miss-E League.
2. I properly educate players the importance of teamwork, effort, having fun, and playing fair while properly instructing age appropriate fundamentals and skills.
3. I provide players with the best education, instruction and organization possible.
4. I am familiar with the objectives of the Tripp Park Miss-E League and strive to achieve these objectives and communicate them to my players and their parents.
5. I cooperate with the administrators of our organization in the enforcement of rules and regulations, and I will report irregularities that violate sound competitive practices.
6. I provide a healthy and safe environment for my players, which are in accordance with my leagues safety procedures. I will provide safe instruction and use of playing equipment.
C. I will display appropriate behavior. I understand that violations of the following codes will jeopardize my privilege to Manage/Coach in the Tripp Park Miss-E League.
1. I will treat each player, opposing coach, official, parent or administrator with respect and dignity, and refrain from using profanity, intimidation tactics and inappropriate language.
2. I will uphold the authority of officials who are assigned to the contests in which I Manage/Coach, and I will assist them in every way to conduct fair and impartial competitive contests.
3. I will display appropriate behavior towards, and in the presence of, children.
D. Terminal behavior. I understand that violation of the following codes will result in immediate termination of my privilege to Manage/Coach at Tripp Park Miss-E League
1. I will never coach under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
2. I will never initiate or participate in any form of verbal or physical assault on any staff, volunteer, parent or child.
The Tripp Park Miss-E League reserves the right to take appropriate disciplinary action involving any Manager/Coach in violation of the Code of Conduct. With my signature, which I voluntarily affix to this contract, I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and will do my best too fulfill the promises made herein.
OFFICERS GUIDELINES FOR APPLICATION OF THE TRIPP PARK MISS-E LEAGUE
MANAGER/COACH CODE OF CONDUCT
RESULTS OF VIOLATIONS
Violations of the Manager/Coaches Code of Conduct will result in verbal warning, written documentation, advisory consultation and possible disciplinary action. The following data outlines the disciplinary procedures of the Tripp Park Miss-E League:
Conduct Codes A and B
Any violation under Codes A and/or B will result in verbal consultation by the Tripp Park Miss-E League Board.
A second violation under Codes A and/or B will result in a sit-down consultation between the Tripp Park Miss-E League Board and the Manager/Coach. Suspension of the Manager/Coach’s privilege to manage/coach at Tripp Park Miss-E League will accompany.
A third violation under Codes A and/or B will result in termination of the Manger/Coach’s privilege to manage/coach at Tripp Park Miss-E League
Conduct Code C
Any violation under Code C will result in a sit-down consultation between the Tripp Park Miss-E League Board and the Manager/Coach. Suspension of the Manager/Coach’s privilege to manage/coach at Tripp Park Miss-E League will accompany.
A second violation under Code C will result in termination of the Manager/Coach’s privilege to manage/coach at Tripp Park Miss-E League.
Conduct Code D
Any violation under Code D will result in termination of the Manager/Coach’s privilege to manage/coach and attend any events at Tripp Park Miss-E League.
Player Code of Conduct
I will encourage good sportsmanship from fellow players, managers, coaches, officials and parents at every game and practice. I will show proper respect to all involved.
I will attend every practice and game that I can, and will notify my manager if I cannot. I will be on time for practice and games.
I will do my best to listen and learn from my manager and coaches.
· I will treat my managers, coaches, other players, officials and fans with respect, regardless of race, sex, creed, or abilities, and I will expect to be treated accordingly.
· I will remember that sports and are an opportunity to learn and have fun.
· I deserve to play in an environment that is free of drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and expect adults to refrain from their use at all youth sports events.
· I will encourage my parents/guardians to be involved with my team/the league in some voluntary capacity because it is important to me.
· I will do my very best in school.
· I will learn the rules of the game.
· I will not engage in unsportsmanlike conduct with any manager, coach, parent, player, participant, league official or any other attendee.
· I will not engage in any behavior which would endanger the health, safety, or well being of a manager, coach, parent, player, participant, league official or any other attendee.
· I will not engage in the use of profanity while attending or participating in a youth sports event.
· I will not engage in verbal or physical threats or abuse aimed at any manager, coach, parent, player, participant, league official or any other attendee.
· I will not initiate a fight or scuffle with any manager coach, parent, player, participant, league official, or any other attendee.
· I will abide by the above, when representing Tripp Park Miss-E League at events away from our complex.
I also agree that if I fail to abide by the above code of conduct, I will be subject to disciplinary action that could include, but is not limited to, the following:
· Verbal warning by official, manager, and/or head of league organization.
· Written warning
· Player game suspension with written documentation of incident kept on file by the Tripp Park Miss-E League.
· Barred from participating in All-Stars.
· Player season suspension.
Parents/Guardians Code of Conduct
The Board of Directors of Tripp Park Miss-E have instituted a Code of Conduct for all players, managers and coaches that exemplify the characteristics of the Tripp Park Miss-E League: Sportsmanship, Respect and Participation. As parents, we must remember that our officers, managers and coaches are volunteers. They are doing the best that they can to teach the players the game, the rules and to act properly on and off the field. In the opinion of the League Officers, they have been doing a great job and we, as parents/guardians, need to appreciate their efforts. As such, the Officers of Tripp Park Miss-E League have created a Code of Conduct for parents and spectators as well. Everyone participating in Tripp Park Miss-E League at all levels, whether as players, managers, coaches, officials, parents or spectators, are entitled to do so in an environment of courtesy and safety. Accordingly, parents and spectators are asked to observe the following:
I will be involved with my daughter’s team/the league in some voluntary capacity, because it is important to her.
I will remember that my daughter(s) play(s) for their own fun and enjoyment, and winning in only one part of the game.
I will not relive my athletic past through my daughter.
I will take my daughter to every practice and game that I can, and will notify her manager if I cannot. I will do my best to see that she arrives on time for practices and games.
I will review the Tripp Park Miss-E League Player Code of Conduct with my daughter(s) to ensure that she/they, and I, understand and follow them.
I will show appreciation and respect my daughter’s opponents. Without them, there would not be a game.
I will resist shouting out instructions. That is the manager/coach's job.
Despite the fact that it shouldn’t, I understand that there is a possibility that my negative behavior could have an adverse affect on my daughter’s current and future opportunities.
I will leave the umpires out of it. They do not have any interest as to who wins or loses. Any mistakes are honest ones, and your children need to know that you believe this to be true. Being an umpire is a very difficult job. Please remember that they are not professionals.
I will maintain self-control and refrain from disrespectful conduct of any sort, including profanity, obscene gestures, offensive remarks, taunting or other actions that demean any individual. The Board of Directors has adopted a "ZERO TOLERANCE" stance on these points.
I will condemn the use of threat of violence in any form.
Absolutely no use of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs is permitted nor will it be tolerated at any game. Smoking is not permitted on the fields or dugouts.
I will be responsible for the behavior of other family members and friends that attend games.
WARNINGS AND EJECTIONS
Any spectator engaged in profane, rude or threatening speech, gestures or actions or the use of alcoholic beverages or drugs are subject to warning/ejection by the umpires or a member of the Board of Directors. The game may be suspended or terminated until the violator ceases his or her conduct. Should a violator be ejected and fail to leave the complex, the Scranton Police Department will be contacted for the purpose of removal. I understand that all games are played on city property and by refusing to leave I may be subject to arrest. I understand that if I am ejected from the complex, I may not return for any Tripp Park Miss-E League event, pending a review by the Board of Directors.