Code of conduct for parents

Role of the Parent/Guardian and Spectators 

• Be present and aware of your child's behavior at all times. There is a zero-tolerance policy for bullying, trash talking and berating other players on or off the court.

• Please do not leave the school grounds.  This is not a drop and go program.  if your child gets hurt, they need you there to help and support them.

• We are only permitted in the Gym, and use of the bathrooms.  We are NOT PERMITTED IN ANY OTHER AREAS.  Anyone (parent, child, guest, sibling, friend family members) that is with you in the gym is YOUR responsibility to make sure they do not go into any area that is not allowed.  If you or anyone associated with you is found in an area other than the gym, you and your child/children are subject to the removal of the basketball program, will be banned from the building and will NOT be given refunds. 

• Support your child on and off the court in a positive manner.

• Communicate injuries to the coach: sometimes children may want to hide injuries so they can continue to participate. 

• Be a positive example at games, representing our program and community.  It's ok to cheer for other children whether or not they are on the same team.  All players can benefit from positive reinforcement.

• Encourage and support ALL players on the team as well as the coach. 

• Let the coach do the coaching; giving "extra" information/coaching may go against what is being taught and may confuse your child and/or their teammates. 

• Don’t shout out directions to players during games that goes against the coach or official/referee. 

• Understand the referees will make mistakes; they can't see everything on the court at all times.  Children are also playing at different levels and may need more guidance or support than others, referees do take this into account.

• Remember that the coach has not only your child, but the entire team in mind when making decisions.