Attachment B

COACHES CODE OF ETHICS
NATIONAL FEDERATION COACHES ASSOCIATION

The function of a coach is to educate students through participation in interscholastic competition. An interscholastic program should be designed to enhance academic achievement and should never interfere with opportunities for academic success. Each student athlete should be treated as though he or she were the coaches' own, and his or her welfare should be uppermost at all times. Accordingly, the following guidelines for coaches have been adopted by the NFCA Board of Directors.

The coach shall be aware that he or she has a tremendous influence, for either good or ill, on the education of the student athlete and, thus, shall never place the value of winning above the value of instilling the highest ideals of character.

The coach shall uphold the honor and dignity of the profession. In all personal contact with student / athletes, officials, athletic directors, school administrators, the state high school athletic association, the media, and the public, the coach shall strive to set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct.

The coach shall take an active role in the prevention of drug, alcohol and tobacco abuse.

The coach shall avoid the use of alcohol and tobacco products when in contact with players.

The coach shall promote the entire interscholastic program of the school and direct his or her program in harmony with the total school program.

The coach shall master the contest rules and shall teach them to his or her team members. The coach shall not seek an advantage by circumvention of the spirit or letter of the rules.

The coach shall exert his or her influence to enhance sportsmanship by spectators, both directly and by working closely with cheerleaders, pep club sponsors, booster clubs, and administrators.

The coach shall respect and support contest officials. The coach shall not indulge in conduct which would incite players or spectators against the officials. Public criticism of officials or players is unethical.

Before and after contests, coaches for the competing teams should meet and exchange cordial greetings to set the correct tone for the event.

A coach shall not exert pressure on faculty members to give student-athletes special consideration.

A coach shall not scout opponents by any means other than those adopted by the league.

Parents Code of Conduct

We feel the parents play a vital role in the development of student athletes, therefore, we as coaches believe in the following:

Be a positive role model through your own actions to make sure your child has the best athletic experience possible.

Be a "team" fan, not a "my kid" fan.

Weigh what your children say; they will tend to slant the truth to their advantage.

Show respect for the opposing players, coaches, spectators and support groups.

Be respectful of all official's decisions.

Don't instruct your children before or after a game, because it may conflict with the coach's plans and strategies.

Praise student/athlete in their attempt to improve themselves as students, as athletes and as people.

Gain an understanding and appreciation for the rules of the contest.

Recognize and show appreciation for an outstanding play by either team.

Help your child learn that success is oriented in the development of a skill, and should make a person feel good about themselves, win or lose.

If you as a parent have a concern, take time to talk with coaches in an appropriate manner including proper time and place. Be sure to follow the designated chain of command.

Please reinforce our drug and alcohol free policies by refraining from the use of any controlled substances before and during athletic contests.

Remember that a ticket to a school athletic event is a privilege to observe the contest.