THE COACH
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 | Treats own players, and opponents, with respect. |
| Inspires in the athletes a love for the game and the desire to compete
fairly. |
| Is the type of person he/she wants the athletes to be. |
| Disciplines those on the team who display unsportsmanlike behavior. |
| Respects The judgment and interpretation of the rules by the officials. |
| Knows he/she is a teacher, and understands the athletic area is a classroom. |
THE OFFICIAL
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| Knows the rules and their interpretations. |
| Places welfare of the participants above all other considerations. |
| Treats players and coaches courteously and demands the same from them. |
| Works cooperatively with fellow officials, timers and/or scorers for an |
| efficient contest. |
| Is fair and firm in all decisions, never compensating for a previous mistake. |
| Maintains confidence, poise and self-control from start to finish. |
THE PLAYER
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| Treats opponents with respect. |
| Plays hard, but plays within the rules. |
| Exercises self-control at all times, suing the example for others to follow. |
| Respects officials and accepts their decisions without gesture or argument. |
| Wins without boasting, loses without excuses, and never quits. |
| Always remembers that it is a privilege to represent the school and community. |
THE SPECTATOR
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| Attempts to understand and be informed of the playing rules. |
| Appreciates a good play no matter who makes it. |
| Cooperates with and responds enthusiastically to cheerleaders. |
| Shows compassion for an injured player; applauds positive performances;
does not heckle, jeer or distract players; and avoids use of profane and
obnoxious language and behavior. |
| Respects the judgment and strategy of the coach, and does not criticize
players or coaches for loss of a game. |
| Respects property of others and authority of those who administer the competition. |
| Censures those whose behavior is unbecoming. |
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