- Show respect for the
opponent at all times.
- Show respect for the
officials.
- Know, understand, and
appreciate the rules of the contest.
- Maintain self-control
at all times.
- Recognize and
appreciate skill in performance regardless of affiliation.
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- Always set a good
example for participants and fans to follow, exemplifying the
highest moral and ethical behavior.
- Teach good
sportsmanship and establish high standards for the athletes,
parents, and fans.
- Develop and enforce
penalties for participants who do not abide by sportsmanship
standards.
- Treat opposing coaches,
participants, and fans with respect. Shake hands with
officials and opposing coaches.
- Teach the value of
honest effort in conforming to the spirit as well as the
letter of the rules.
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- Accept seriously the
responsibility and privilege of representing your school and
community; display positive public action at all times.
- Treat opponents with
the respect that is due them as guests and fellow athletes.
- Exercise self-control
at all times, accepting decisions and abiding by them.
- Accept both victory and
defeat with pride and compassion, never being boastful or
bitter.
- Live up to the high
standard of sportsmanship established by your coaches and help
fellow athletes and fans maintain these standards.
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- Realize that a ticket
is a privilege to observe a contest and support athletic
activities, not a license to verbally assault others.
- Be an exemplary role
model by positively supporting teams in every manner possible,
including content of cheers and signs.
- Recognize and
acknowledge good performances by athletes on either team.
- Give support to those
participating in, conducting, and/or officiating the athletic
event.
- Respect the judgment
and strategy of the coach.
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