CHESMONT CATHOLIC LIONS

Parent Code of Conduct

As a parent / guardian of a child involved in a Chesmont Catholic Lions football program, I / We agree to abide by and follow the rules and guidelines listed below:

1.                  I / We will respect the property and equipment used at any sports facility, both home and away.

2.                  I / We will encourage good sportsmanship through my actions, by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches and officials at every game or practice.

3.                  I / We will promote the emotional and physical well-being of the athletes ahead of any personal desire to win.

4.                  I / We will provide support for coaches and officials working with the athletes to provide a positive experience for all.

5.                  I / We will demand a drug, alcohol and tobacco free environment for my athlete, and agree to assist by refraining from their use at all events home or away.

6.                  I / We will remember the game is for the athletes and not for the parents.

7.                  I / We will demand my athlete treat other players, coaches, officials and spectators with respect regardless of race, creed, color, sex or ability.

8.                  I / We will treat all players, coaches and officials with dignity and respect in language, attitude, behavior and mannerisms.

9.                  I / We will inform the coach of any physical disability or ailment that may affect the safety of my athlete or the safety of others.

10.              I / We will inform the coach, within a reasonable amount of time, of any absence from a game or practice my athlete might incur due to sickness, planned vacation, or any other reason.

I / We also agree that if I / We fail to abide by the aforementioned rules and guidelines, I / We may be subject to disciplinary action.  This action could include, but is not limited to the following:

That these actions may not be necessarily taken in an escalated manner and reserves the right to select and apply any penalty dependent on the situation.

I / We agree to support and promote the philosophy of CYO sports:

Teamwork – Effort – Skill – Development – Character – Sportsmanship – Safe Environment

Humble and Thankful in Victory:  Gracious and Complimentary in Defeat

(Print Child’s Name Below)

I / We the parent(s)/guardian(s) of _{____________________________________________________} have read the Parent Code of Conduct above and agree to abide by the aforementioned rules.

(Parent(s) or Guardian(s), Please Sign and Date Below)

Signature:  _______________________________________ Date:  _______________________

Signature:  _______________________________________ Date:  _______________________