LOCKPORT BOYS BASEBALL

CODE OF CONDUCT

Lockport Boys Baseball believes that Safety and Sportsmanship are paramount to the success of any program, and will expect athletes, coaches, and spectators to exhibit them.  We follow the Code of Conduct set forth by The Illinois High School Association and Pony Baseball, and have adopted a zero tolerance policy for conduct unbecoming of participation at any/all practices, games, and/or Tournament in which we participate.

The following rules shall apply to all Lockport Boys Baseball Athletes, Coaches, and Families:

ALL ATHLETES SHALL :

·          Be accountable for their behavior and its outcome.

·          Play by the rules and resolve conflicts without cheating or fighting.

·          Treat other players, coaches, and officials with respect.

·          Not yell at or tease a teammate/opponent for making a mistake or losing a competition.

·          Not use profane language or gestures of any type.

·          Agree to put forth their best effort and regardless of the outcome.

·          Shall congratulate their opponents with a handshake at the end of each game.   

ALL COACHES SHALL :

·          Play by any/all rules set forth by the Lockport Boys Baseball along with Pony Baseball

·          Resolve conflicts in an appropriate manner and without cheating or fighting.

·          Be accountable for their behavior and its outcome.

·          Not use profane language or gestures of any type.

• Support coaches, board members, officials and others working with the team, and strive to make this a positive experience for everyone.
• Will ensure their team treats the opposing players, coaches, contest officials, and all others with respect regardless of race, sex, creed, or ability.
• Support and respect contest officials and refrain from public criticism or embarrassment.
• Shall congratulate their opponents with a handshake at the end of each game.  

ALL PARENTS AND SPECTATORS SHALL :

• Applaud good performances from each team.
• Respect the contest official’s decision .  
• Never ridicule or scold a child for making a mistake during competition.
• Condemn the use of violence in any form, be it by spectators, coaches or players.
• Show respect for your team's opponents.
• Encourage players to obey rules and decisions of officials.
• Demonstrate appropriate social behavior by not using foul language, harassing players, coaches or officials.

  I understand that failure to comply with   any of the items indicated herein may result in ejection from a game, field, tournament and/or loss of coaching privileges by officials and/or the Lockport Boys Baseball Board.

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