• I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all
players, coaches, and officials at every game, practice, or other youth sports
event.
• I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of a personal
desire to win.
• I will support the implementation of the YMCA's four character development
values, caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. ·
• I Will support coaches and officials working with my child, in order to encourage a
positive and enjoyable experience for all.
• I will demand a sports environmentfor my child that is free from drugs, tobacco,
alcohol and profanity, and will refrain from their use at all YMCA youth sports
events.
• I will remember that the game is for youth on both teams, and not for adu lts.
• I will do the very best .to make the youth sports experience fun fo r my ch il d .
• I will help my child enjoy the youth sports experience by do,i ng whatever I can ,
such as being a respectful fan, assisting with coaching, or providing
transportation.
• I will teach my child to treat other players, coaches, fans, officia ls w ith respect
regardless of race, sex, creed, or ability.
I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care, and encouragement for my
child participating in youth sports by following this Parents' Code of Ethics.