Coach Code of Conduct
As a Thunderbird Youth Sports Coach, I will:
- Understand the league rules and abide by them
- Instruct athletes on the rules and coach the team in such a way as to motivate each player to always compete according to the rules
- Place the emotional and physical well-being of the athletes ahead of any personal desire to win
- Respect the game officials and refrain from questioning their decisions in a disrespectful or abusive manner
- Ensure that all facility rules and regulations are followed by the athletes and spectators
- Ensure that the fans of the team always conduct themselves with sportsmanship and maturity while in attendance at game sites and assist the game officials in maintaining control of spectators during the games
- Respect the coaches and players of the opposing team both during the play of the game and at its conclusion, win or lose
- Respect all Lima Catholic Schools staff
- Teach each athlete, especially through personal example, to be humble and generous in victory and proud and courteous in defeat
- Maintain control of my emotions and avoid actions, language, and/or gestures that may be interpreted as hostile and humiliating
- Realize, accept, and practice the principle that a team's reputation is built not only on its playing ability, but also its sportsmanship, courtesy, and manner.
Violations of the Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action including suspension - either temporary or permanent, as determined by Thunderbird Youth Sports.
