Arcadia Booster Club Parent Code of Conduct

The purpose of the following Arcadia Booster Club Parent Code of Conduct is to help define appropriate parental actions that support the mission of the Arcadia Boosters Club and support the teachings of the Arcadia Booster Club teams Coaching Staffs.  Parents should read, understand and sign this form prior to participation. 

Any parent (or parent’s guest) who does not follow the guidelines listed below will be asked to leave the sports complex.  The appropriate sport VP and President of the Arcadia Booster Club will meet with the parent of the player after 24 hours has passed to discuss the behavior.  If a parent (or parent’s guest) continues to not follow the guidelines listed below, the parent or guest may lose the privilege of attending games. 

The Arcadia Booster Club’s mission is to provide a healthy, supportive environment for children to enjoy recreation and learn about sportsmanship, teamwork and camaraderie. We aim to help our children grow and flourish by participating in a safe, healthy environment that puts the physical and emotional well-being above any desire to win. 

As a parent/guardian, I therefore agree to the following: 

I will not force my child to participate in sports. 

I will remember that the game is for youth, not adults. 

I will learn the rules of the game and the policies of any league governing a sport provided by the Arcadia Booster Club.

I (and my guest) will be a positive role model for my child and encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy towards all players, coaches, officials, and spectators at all games and practices.

I (and my guest) will not engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct (booing, taunting, etc.) or any other form of harassment towards any official, coach, player, or parent. 

I (and my guest) will not use any profane language or gestures. 

I will not encourage any behaviors or practices that would endanger the health and well-being of the athletes. 

I will teach my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflict without resorting to hostility or violence. 

I will demand that my child treat other players, coaches, officials, and spectators with respect. 

I will teach my child the importance of hustle, playing fairly, and doing one’s best. 

I will never ridicule or yell at my child or other participants for making a mistake or losing a competition. 

I will emphasize the importance of skill development over winning and losing. 

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

I will respect the officials and their authority during games, and will never publicly question their decisions. 

I will respect the coaches for the time they donate, and I will never publicly confront, question, or criticize them. 

I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free from profanity, drugs, tobacco, and alcohol, and I will refrain from their use at all sporting events. I will not attend youth sports events under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

I will refrain from coaching my child or other players during games and practices, unless I am one of the official coaches for the team or asked by an official coach to assist during a game of practice. 

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Athlete’s Name

Parent/Guardian Signature    Date