Player Code of Conduct

Every player is required to be responsible for their participation in the Shallowater Youth Basketball League by following the Code of Conduct as outlined below:

1. I will encourage good sportsmanship from fellow players, coaches, officials, and spectators at every game and practice.
2. I will attend every practice and game that is reasonably possible and notify my coach if I cannot.
3. I will do my very best to listen and learn from my coaches.  I will treat my coaches with respect regardless of race, sex, creed, or abilities and will expect to be treated accordingly.
4. I will never use obscene language or gestures.
5. I will never be physically or verbally intimidating, abuse, or assault the other players.
6. I deserve to play in an alcohol, tobacco, and drug free environment and I will conduct myself in a way that all of my teammates will have this opportunity as well.
7. I will encourage my parents to be involved with my team in some way because it is important to me.
8. I will do my best at school.  I understand that my grades may be checked to determine eligibility.
9. I will remember that sports are an opportunity to learn and have fun.
10. I agree that as a member of a Shallowater Youth Basketball League team, I will respect other people's property, authority, and laws governing my actions.  I understand and am willing to completely comply with the Player Code of Conduct.