Youth Sports Code of Conduct
Preamble
The essential elements of character building and ethics in sports participation are embodied in the concept of sportsmanship and six core
principles: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and good citizenship. The highest potential of sports is achieved when
competition reflects these “six pillars of character”.
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I will remember that children participate in sports to have fun and that the game is for the youth, not the adults.
I will inform the coach of any physical disability or ailment that may affect the safety of my child or the safety of others.
I will learn the rules of the game and the policies of the league.
I (and my guests) will be a positive role model for my child and encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy, by
demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, officials and spectators at every game, practice and other sporting event.
I (and my guests) will not engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct with any official, coach, player or parent such as booing
and taunting, refusing to shake hands, or using profane language or gestures.
I will not encourage any behaviors or practices that would endanger the health and wellbeing of the athletes.
I will teach my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence.
I will demand that my child treat other players, coaches, officials and spectators with respect; regardless of race, creed, color, sex or
ability.
I will praise my child for competing fairly, executing the required skills and trying hard to improve.
I will emphasize skill development and individual effort over winning.
I will cultivate age appropriate expectations for my child and his/her teammates.
I will promote the emotional and physical well-being of the athletes ahead of any personal desire I may have for my child to win.
I will respect the officials and their authority during games and will never question, discuss, or confront coaches at the game field; I
will take time to speak with coaches at an agreed upon time and place.
I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free from illegal drugs, tobacco, alcohol and vulgar language, and I will
refrain from their use at all sports events.
I will refrain from coaching my child or other players during games and practices, unless I am one of the official coaches of the
team
I also agree that if I fail to abide by the aforementioned rules and guidelines, I will be subject to disciplinary action that could include, but is
not limited to the following:
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Verbal warning by official, head coach and/or head of league organization
Parental game suspension with written documentation of incident kept on file by BPRD; child suspension will result if parent is
suspended
Parental season suspension
Referral to legal authorities
Parent/Guardian Signature ____________________________________________________________ Date __________________________
Bennett Park and recreation District Assumption of Risk Waiver
I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to participants in these programs/activities and I voluntarily agree
to assume full risk of any and all injuries, damages or loss, regardless of severity, that my minor child/ward or I may sustain as a result of
said participation. I further agree to waive and relinquish all claims I or my minor child/ward may have (or accrue to me or my child/ward)
as a result of participation in these programs/activities against the Bennett Park and Recreation District (BPRD) including its officials, agents,
volunteers and employees. I do hereby fully release and forever discharge the BPRD from any and all claims for injuries, damages, or
activities. I have read and fully understand the above important information, warning of risk, assumption of risk and waiver and release of all
claims.
Participation will be denied if the name and signature of the participant’s parents and/or legal guardian is not on the line below.
Printed Name/s _____________________________ Signature/s ______________________________
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Date _____________
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Employee ID _______________ Receipt # _________________________ REC1#______________________________ Date ________________
Bennett Park and Recreation District
101284
2017 Youth Volleyball Clinic
Parent/Guardian First & Last Name ____________________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone ________________________ Cell Phone ___________________________ Emergency Phone __________________________
Street Address _____________________________________________________________________________________________________
City ______________________________ State __________ Zip Code ___________________ County ______________________________
Email ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
I would like to be contacted by…
 Email
 Test Message (service provider required) ____________________
 Both
Participant’s Name
Age
Grade & DOB
Fee
$30.00
Total Cost of Registration $_______________
Classic Member Discount 10% $_______________
Deluxe Member Discount 15% $_______________
Final Cost of Registration $_______________
Please read and sign the waiver(s) on the back of this form