Parents / Players / Coaches - Code of Conduct
This document presents the expectations for conduct from athletes, parents, and coaches at Fraser Valley Flag Football. We hold athletes, parents, coaches, and community members to a high standard of sportsmanship. Enforcing this Code of Conduct allows Fraser Valley Flag Football to promote a safe, rewarding, and fun sports experience for our entire community. Please read the document carefully before registering for each season. Each parent, legal guardian, participant and coach is required to acknowledge the Code of Conduct before the season begins, and must abide by the Code of Conduct throughout the entire season. Registration of a participant automatically confirms that you as either a parent, legal guardian, player, or coach have acknowledged this code of conduct policy. Violations of the Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action including suspension - either temporarily or permanently as determined by the league officials.
Code of Conduct for Parents
● I will put the emotional and physical well-being of youth participants ahead of a personal desire to win.
● I will respect players, coaches, league officials, spectators, and referees at all times.
● I will respect the decisions of officials or coaches.
● I will not engage in any violence or verbal threats or use any profanity.
● I will not yell advice to my child during a game, nor will I yell advice to any other player.
● I will model good sportsmanship for all youth participants.
● I will not belittle or ridicule anyone involved in a youth sporting event–in public, private, in-person, or online.
● I will do my part to keep sports fun and positive for every youth participant.
Code of Conduct for Players
● I will be a good sport to players, coaches, officials, opponents, and parents at every game and practice, no matter win or lose.
● I will learn the value of commitment by participating in as many practices / games as I can.
● I will encourage my teammates / opponents and praise good efforts.
● I will be honest, fair, and respectful to others at all times.
● I will aim to learn all I can from sports.
● I will arrive at practice on time and be ready to dedicate my attention to my coaches.
Code of Conduct for Coaches
● I will adhere to the league policy of Criminal Record Checks for coaches.
● I will coach with the goal of creating a positive learning experience for athletes. Winning games is secondary to building a positive youth sports experience for my players, parents of my players, and opposing teams.
● I will put the emotional and physical well-being of youth participants ahead of a personal desire to win.
● I will follow all safety protocols of the league.
● I will under no circumstances engage in an argument with a referee or official. Any discussions or conversations with officials or referees will be in a respectful tone.
● I will not belittle or ridicule anyone involved in a youth sporting event-in public, private, in person, or online.
● I will treat opposing coaches and athletes with respect and represent my community in a positive manner.