PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT

1.  I will not berate the officials or "trash talk" to my opponent.

2.  I will not use profanity.

3.  I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, contest administrators and officials at every game.

4.  I will place the emotional and physical well being of my teammates and opponents ahead of my personal desire to win.

5.  I will treat other players, coaches, fans and officials with respect regardless of race, gender, creed or ability.

6.  I will demand a sports environment that is free from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and will refrain from their use at all Upper Southampton Basketball Association sporting events.

7.  I will do my best to remember that youth sports are supposed to be FUN and that winning and losing are part of everyone’s experience.

8.  I will express my concerns through the proper channels in a dignified manner.

9.  I will respect the volunteers that are assisting with the conduct of these events.

PENALTY

Any violation of the above Code of Conduct may result in a temporary or permanent banishment from any Upper Southampton Basketball Association sponsored events.

PARENTS CODE OF CONDUCT

1. I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, contest administrators and officials at every game.

2. I will place the emotional and physical well being of the athletes ahead of my personal desire to win.

3. I will demand a sports environment that is free from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and will refrain from their use at all Upper Southampton Basketball Association sporting events.

4. I will remember that the game is for the kids - not the adults; and will do my best to make sure that youth sports are a FUN and POSITIVE experience.

5. I will remain mindful that my conduct influences the respect that other athletes, coaches, parents, and the public.

6. I will treat other players, coaches, fans, volunteers and officials with respect regardless of race, sex, creed or ability.

7. I will not berate the officials!

8. I will not undermine the coaches’ instructions or directions; which includes, I will not Coach from the sideline-- Coachs coach-Parents Parent!  It is distracting and confusing for your child to hear one direction from their Coach(s) and a parent yelling something different from the sidelines/stands.

9. I will not use profanity!

10. I will calmly communicate my concerns through the proper channels in a dignified and adult manner.  I will honor the 24-hour rule!  This means you will NOT address a Coach about anything regarding your child's playing time, whether they started or finished a game, or position they played.  Your child's Coach is a VOLUNTEER, doing their best.  Parenting is emotional and being upset about your child's playing time is not something that should be discussed in the aftermath of a game, as it is emotional for both the parent, player and Coach.  It is best for all to decompress and speak about any issues of concern after 24 hours has passed after a game.  If there is an issue regarding player safety, that can be addressed at any time in a proper manner with a Coach or Board member.

 PENALTY

Any violation of the above Code of Conduct may result in a temporary or permanent banishment from any Upper Southampton Basketball Association sponsored events.

PARENTS, PLEASE BEHAVE OR BE GONE!

YOUR KIDS THANK YOU AND SO DO WE!