Player Code of Conduct

General Guidelines:

  1. Abusive language, poor attitude towards any coach or disobeying a coach, theft, dishonesty, unsafe behavior, and fighting are not acceptable at any time and will be disciplined and depending on the frequency and severity of the infraction, is grounds for expulsion from the team.
  2. While in the field of play, including the sideline, all protective equipment must be worn.
  3. Your school work takes priority. Plan your time wisely so you can keep your commitment to your lacrosse team while doing your best at school.
  4. Respect your teammates on and off the field. Fighting with each other will not be tolerated. NO DRAMA WILL BE TOLERATED.

 

Practice and Games:

  1. Respect the privilege of the use of public facilities, fields, and practice areas.
  2. Attendance at practices and games will be monitored and may affect your playing time.
  3. You should stay for the entire practice and game. If you must leave early, notify a coach before you leave. Do NOT leave a practice or game without notifying the coach.
  4. You are responsible for bringing your own water or sports beverage to every practice/game.
  5. Goofing off or unwillingness to put forth 100% effort during practice will be disciplined (running laps, push-ups, etc.) as the coach sees fit. Attitudes will not be tolerated.
  6. Be courteous to opposing teams and officials. Respect the integrity and judgment of officials and accept their decisions without question.
  7. Play hard and to the best of your ability.
  8. Retain your composure and never leave the bench area to enter a playing area to engage in unsportsmanlike physical or verbal behavior.
  9. Be modest when successful and gracious in defeat. Play for the love of the game.

Parent Code of Conduct

Expectations:

  • Get their players to practice and games on time.
  • Be on time to pick up your child from all games and practices. This shows respect for the coach so that they are not cutting into their own personal time waiting on you.
  • Understand that winners are players who make maximum effort, continue to learn and improve, and do not let mistakes, or fear of making mistakes, stop them. Understand that mistakes are inevitable parts of any game and that people learn from their mistakes.
  • "Honor the Game." Understand the importance of setting a good example for your child. No matter what others may do, show respect for all involved in the game including coaches, players, opponents, opposing fans, and officials. Most of all, understand that officials make mistakes. If the official makes a "bad" call against our team, please Honor the Game and be silent! If you are not silent, you will be asked to leave the game by a coach or CVBYL Board member. Yelling at the refs, other team’s coaches or players, or our coaches or players WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. Set an example for your player.
  • Refrain from yelling out instructions to your player. This is the coach's job. Understand that games are chaotic times for children trying to deal with fast-paced action and trying to respond to opponents, teammates and coaches. Parents are NOT allowed on the field, behind the bench, and/or to instruct their children during games or at practice. 

 

Playing Time and Coaching Decisions:

  • Unless you are a CVBYL coach, you will not participate decisions involving playing time. Please refrain from insisting on more playing time or arguing the issue.
  • Playing time is dependent upon many factors such as: attendance at practices, commitment to the team, attitude towards the coaches and other players, and attention at the games. Depending on the nature of the game, a combination of the above along with skill may also determine playing time. Some players may get more playing time than others in certain games. Players who do not attend practice on a regular basis will not play as often regardless of ability.
  • No player is guaranteed a starting position. Each season, the slate will be wiped clean, and players need to prove themselves again as to their abilities. Players progress at different levels and everyone should have the opportunity to start over and have an equal opportunity. It is up to the player to indicate what position they are interested in playing each season. The coaches will make the ultimate decisions as to positions, as this is their job and responsibility.

 

24-Hour Rule:

If a parent becomes angered over any issue during a game, they are directed to follow the 24-hour rule that has been instilled in many high school athletic handbooks, including Chartiers Valley. Approaching a coach over issues in a heated manner will never resolve anything and can lead to unnecessary arguing and things said that can’t be taken back. It is a terrible example to set for the players. Waiting 24-hours will help parents and coaches to cool off a bit, and possibly see things from a different perspective. Please wait 24 hours, and then attempt to schedule a meeting with the coach, send an email, or place a phone call to discuss your issues. After the 24-hour period, the concern should be addressed in a mature, professional manner.