Ridgewood Hoops Club Code of Conduct

Player Code of Conduct:

Respect: Treat coaches, teammates, opponents, and officials with courtesy and respect.
Sportsmanship: Demonstrate good sportsmanship, including modesty in victory and grace in defeat.
Follow Rules: Adhere to the rules of the game and the league’s policies.
Positive Attitude: Maintain a positive attitude and avoid negative behavior.
Safety: Prioritize safety and follow all safety guidelines.
Focus on Fun: Remember that youth sports are primarily for fun and development.

Supportive Role: Be a positive role model and support your child and the team.
Respect Boundaries: Allow coaches to coach and avoid interfering with their instructions.
Focus on Effort: Emphasize effort and skill development over winning.
Positive Spectator: Cheer positively for all players and refrain from negative comments or actions.
Resolve Concerns Respectfully: Address any concerns with coaches privately and respectfully.

Professionalism: Conduct themselves professionally and ethically.
Fair Play: Promote fair play and sportsmanship among players.
Positive Environment: Create a positive and supportive environment for all players.
Open Communication: Maintain open communication with players and parents.
Respect Officials: Respect the decisions of game officials.

Verbal or physical abuse: This includes yelling, name-calling, or physical altercations.
Unsportsmanlike conduct: This includes taunting, excessive arguing with officials, or disrespecting opponents.
Coaching from the sidelines: This includes yelling instructions at players during games.
Disregarding rules: This includes intentionally breaking rules or safety guidelines.
Social media violations: This includes posting negative comments about players, coaches, or the organization.