Burford Optimist Youth Baseball Code of Conduct
We ask the parents and players to read our Code of Conduct. These concepts are based on Fair Play.
1) Respect the Rules
2) Respect for all participants, including team-mates, coaches and opponents
3) Respect for the umpires and their decisions
4) Maintaining self-control at all times
All members of the Burford Optimist Youth Baseball must follow the Code of Conduct at all times. Failure to comply will result in action being taken (this may include game suspension, removal from the premises and expulsion from the league).
Players:
As a player, we know you want to win your game and have fun doing it. As a player, you have a big part to play in our club. Please respect the Code of Conduct. Players must:
- Play by the rules of the game
- Respect the referee and their decisions
- Be fair
- Encourage all players in a positive way (eg. cheering vs put downs)
- Treat coaches from both teams with respect
- There is a zero-tolerance of profanity, temper tantrums, or violent behavior
- Shake hands/high five with the umpires and the other team at the end of the game
- Be gracious when you win or lose
Parents/Guardians/Spectators/Coaching Staff:
We expect all to:
- Be a great example for your child/player
- Good sportsmanship is not just for players and coaches, we need it off the field as well
- Respect for the umpires’ decisions
- Zero tolerance for offensive, insulting or abusive language. Umpires can have an offensive parent removed from the field
- Avoid conflict with parents/coaches from the other team
- Let the coaches be the coach
- Remember that children play for FUN
- If you have ideas or issues, please communicate with your coach
- Encourage your children to respect the opposition and match officials
- Never criticize a player for making a mistake; mistakes are part of learning