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Code of Conduct

Code of Conduct

Generally:
It is the duty of all the managers and coaches to emphasize the proper ideals of sportsmanship, ethical conduct and fair play under all circumstances. The values to be derived from playing the game should be stressed and actions that tend to destroy their value should be discouraged. Courtesy should be shown toward opponents, official supervisors and spectators. Efforts must be made to achieve a thorough understanding and acceptance of the rules of the game and the standards of this league. It is important for all to recognize that the purpose of athletics is to promote the physical, mental, moral, social and emotional well being of the individual players. Everyone associated with the little league should remember that these games are just games and this concept should be kept in that perspective.
 
The Player:
Players are expected to demonstrate self-control and mutual respect at all times. Avoid the use of crude or abusive language or gestures in dealing with opponents, officials, umpires or spectators. Accept victory with grace and defeat with dignity. Place athletic competition in its proper perspective. All players shall shake hands at the end of each game.
 
The Managers and Coaches:
The manager and coaches are expected to set a positive example both on and off the field. Recognize that athletic competition is a means toward an end, not an end in its self. Be prepared to win or lose. Always be positive; encourage peak performance with in the rules of the game. Command respect by personal attitude and behavior. Respect the judgment of the umpires, although it is reasonable for the manager to question umpire's decisions, and even to disagree, the umpire's decisions must be accepted graciously. Encourage good sportsmanship and remove players from the game who demonstrate unacceptable behavior. Realize that their conduct will have an affect on the players and their families.

Managing and coaching is a privilege, not a right. Managers and coaches serve at the discretion of the league. The league may dismiss or remove any individuals a manger or a coach at any time and without prior notice or warning if it determines that such manager or coach has breached his or her commitment to the league or the team, or that such dismissal or removal is otherwise in the best interest of the league or the team.

The following are non-exclusive examples of unacceptable behavior which is violate of this code of conduct and which may result in the dismissal or removal of a manger or coach: (i) physical confrontation with a player, opponent, manager, coach, umpire, or other official. (ii) Use of hostile, abusive or other inappropriate language or gesture including profanity and negative "cheering" (iii) unexcused lateness or absence from practice or games, failure to hold regular practices, or unauthorized canceling or rescheduling of games due to bad weather, field condition, or any other reason; and (iv) use of tobacco products, alcoholic beverages (including beer), or other such products in the presence of players.
 
Spectators:
Spectators are expected to respect officials, umpires, managers, coaches and players and extend all courtesies to them. Refrain from disrespectful or abusive conduct. Be quiet when players need total concentration. A team is responsible for the conduct of their respective spectators.

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