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Parent/Player Code of Conduct

PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT

1. No swearing or abusive language on the field or at any team function.

2. No lashing out at any official no matter what the call is. The coaching staff will handle all officiating matters.

3. Anyone who receives a penalty will go straight to the penalty box. I understand penalties are part of lacrosse and not a negative reflection of my play.  I will also not be upset when I receive a penalty.     

4. Fighting is not tolerated and will result in disciplinary action.

5. No drinking, smoking or use of tobacco at any team function.

6. I will conduct myself in a respectful manner at all team functions. This includes home and away games and respect for the away team’s personnel and property.

7. I will support my teammates and encourage their progress and development playing lacrosse.  

8. I will follow the State of Michigan, CDC’s, and Troy School District’s protocols for COVID 19.
    

 PARENTS CODE OF CONDUCT

1. I (and my guests) will be positive role models and encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy and by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, officials and spectators at every game, practice, or any other related event.

2. I (and my guests) will not encourage any unsportsmanlike conduct with any official, coach, player or parent, such as booing and/or taunting, or using profane language or gestures.

3. I will ensue that my child’s playing environment is free from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol, and I (and my guests) will refrain from their use at the sports event.

4. I will respect the officials and their authority during games.

5. I will never question, discuss, or confront coaches at the game field or practice. If a parent requests to speak to a coach, an agreed-upon time and place will be scheduled via email.   (It is recommended the “24 hour” rule be utilized when discussing any issues between coaches and players/parents) If I find I am not satisfied after speaking with my coach, I understand I should then contact the Community Education Manager responsible for the program.

6. I will ensure my child treats other players, coaches, officials and spectators with respect regardless of race, creed, color, gender or ability.

7. I will promote the emotional and physical well-being of the athletes ahead of any personal desire I may have for my child and in the desire to win.

8. I will emphasize practices and skill development and how they benefit my child by ensuring he/she arrives and is retrieved in a timely fashion at all scheduled practices and games.

9. I will inform the City of Troy School, Continuing Education office and my coach of any physical disability or ailment that may affect the safety of my child and/or the safety of others.

10. I will teach my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts in a sportsmanlike manner.

11. I will teach my child that doing one’s best is most important, so that my child will never feel defeated by the outcome of a game or by his/her performance.

12. We encourage all parents & fans to cheer on the Terps with enthusiasm, however, it is both a distraction and counter-productive for parents to direct instructions to players from the sidelines during games and/or practices. 

13. I will follow the State of Michigan, CDC’s, and Troy School District’s protocols for COVID 19.