DARIEN YOUTH CLUB CODE OF CONDUCT
The Darien Youth Club Code of Conduct sets standards of behavior for all involved, including Coaches, Managers, Officials, Volunteers, participants, parents, and spectators.
Purpose:
- To provide wholesome activities and entertainment for the members, in line with the interests and desires of club members.
- To foster camaraderie, good fellowship, and sportsmanship among all members, coaches, instructors, and volunteers.
- To dedicate organizational efforts to support the youth of our community.
Responsibilities of the Directors:
- Recruit coaches who embody the club's ideals and adhere to its Rules, By-Laws, and Code of Conduct.
- Ensure coaches are knowledgeable about their sport's rules and provide necessary training.
Coach Expectations:
- Be responsible, a good leader, and a positive role model.
- Respect players, referees, and officials.
- No tolerance for foul language, or verbal or physical abuse. Infractions may lead to suspension from coaching or expulsion from the DYC.
- Maintain control over language and behavior, setting a positive example.
Coach Duties:
- Manage the conduct of team members, parents, and spectators.
- Remove players displaying unsportsmanlike conduct from games.
- Address inappropriate behavior from parents or spectators, potentially halting play with official approval to maintain order.
- Ensure all participants show respect to, coaches, officials, teammates, and opponents.
Parental Responsibilities:
- Model appropriate behavior for children.
- Respect coaches, officials, club directors, and opposing teams.
- Understand that inappropriate conduct can lead to warnings, game stoppage, or exclusion from future participation.
- Ensure timely transportation of children to and from events.
Spectator Conduct:
- Expected to be spirited yet respectful.
- Disruptive behavior may result in removal from the event or event termination.
Overarching Principle:
- Always prioritize the well-being and development of the community's children and young adults.
Failure to comply with any of the above conditions, at the discretion of the DYC board, and or Executive Board, could lead to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion from the Darien Youth Club.