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Glendale Little League: Codes of Conduct for Parents, Managers, and Players

Glendale Little League: Codes of Conduct for Parents, Managers, and Players

Ensuring a Positive and Supportive Environment for All

At Glendale Little League (GLL), we believe in fostering a positive and supportive atmosphere for our youth players. Our codes of conduct outline the proper roles and responsibilities for parents, managers, and players within our league. By adhering to these guidelines, we can create an enjoyable and enriching experience for everyone involved.

Section 1: Parent Code of Conduct

Supporting Your Child and Promoting Good Sportsmanship

As a GLL Parent, you play a crucial role in nurturing our community's youth and promoting sportsmanship. We encourage you to follow these guidelines to ensure a positive experience for all:

  1. Demonstrate good sportsmanship by providing positive support at all times.
  2. Remember that children play for fun, and the game is for youth, not adults.
  3. Refrain from unsportsmanlike conduct, such as booing, taunting, or using profane language.
  4. Teach your child(ren) that effort and personal growth matter more than winning.
  5. Respect the officials and their authority during games.
  6. Avoid confronting coaches or managers during games.
  7. Refrain from coaching your child(ren) or other players during games.

Failure to abide by these rules may result in disciplinary actions, including verbal or written warnings, suspensions, or removal from league activities. The GLL Board of Directors has the sole authority to determine appropriate disciplinary measures.

Section 2: Manager Code of Conduct

Setting a Positive Example and Fostering a Supportive Environment

As a GLL Manager, you serve as a role model for the players and the community. We ask you to adhere to the following Code of Conduct:

  1. Prioritize the emotional and physical well-being of players over winning.
  2. Treat each player as an individual, considering their unique developmental needs.
  3. Ensure a safe playing environment for all players.
  4. Organize engaging and challenging practices for all players.
  5. Exhibit fair play and sportsmanship, and instill these values in players.
  6. Teach the rules of the game to players, officials, and parents.
  7. Remember that you are a youth sports coach, and the game is for children, not adults.
  8. Refrain from abusing coaches, umpires, parents, or players.
  9. Promote fun, fairness, and sportsmanship over winning.
  10. Avoid using profanity or offensive language.
  11. Encourage respect among players, teammates, coaches, officials, and parents.
  12. Foster a team atmosphere, emphasizing collaboration over individual achievements.
  13. Abide by league policies and rules.

Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in disciplinary actions, including warnings, suspensions, or removal from league activities. The GLL Board of Directors has the sole authority to determine appropriate disciplinary measures.

Section 3: Player Code of Conduct

Embracing Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, and Sportsmanship

As a GLL Player, your responsibilities are simple: be respectful, responsible, fair, and always do your best. To exhibit good sportsmanship, please follow these guidelines:

  1. Encourage good sportsmanship among fellow players, coaches, officials, and parents.
  2. Be a team player, supporting your teammates.
  3. Attend practices and games punctually, notifying coaches if you cannot.
  4. Strive to improve your skills through hard work.
  5. Listen and learn from your coaches.
  6. Encourage parental involvement with your team.
  7. Congratulate the opposing team after games to demonstrate sportsmanship.
  8. Refrain from using violence, unfriendly language, or insults towards others.
  9. Be gracious in both victory and defeat.
  10. Follow the rules of the game and work for the good of the team.
  11. Accept officials' decisions with grace, refraining from challenging or questioning calls.
  12. Conduct yourself with honor and dignity at all times.
  13. Applaud the efforts of both your teammates and opponents.

Failure to abide by these guidelines may result in disciplinary actions, including warnings, suspensions, or expulsion from the league. The GLL Board of Directors has the sole authority to determine appropriate disciplinary measures.

Conclusion

At Glendale Little League, our goal is to create a supportive and positive environment that encourages the growth and development of all participants. By adhering to our codes of conduct for parents, managers, and players, we can ensure a fun, fair, and enriching experience for everyone involved. Thank you for your commitment to maintaining the highest standards of sportsmanship and integrity within our league.

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Glendale Little League

1401 W. Civic Drive 
Glendale, Wisconsin 53209

Email: [email protected]

Glendale Little League

1401 W. Civic Drive 
Glendale, Wisconsin 53209

Email: [email protected]
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