Randallstown Panthers Youth Football and Cheer Program

Article XIII COACHES CODE OF CONDUCT

A. Uphold all rules and regulations of Mid Maryland Youth Football and Cheer.
B. Assure that each coach and organizational official has access to and has read all league regulations.
C. Assure that each player knows and obeys the Players Code of Conduct.
D. Any coach or team official that knowingly allows an ineligible player to participate in a game will be subject to disciplinary action by the Executive Board.
E. It is deemed proper ethics that anyone that knows in advance or has strong suspicions of an ineligible player should contact the Executive Board; Vice President or any member of the Executive Board as soon as possible.
F. Accept decisions of the game officials on the field as being fair and called to the best ability of said officials.
G. Together with game officials, be jointly responsible for the conduct and control of team fans and spectators. Any fan that becomes a nuisance and is out of control is the responsibility of the coach and should be removed from the area.
H. Do not leave the coach’s area to shout instructions from sidelines.
I. Do not criticize players in front of spectators, with gestures and loud noises, but reserve criticism until a more private situation arises.
J. Do not criticize cheerleaders, an opposing team, its players, coaches or fans, by word-of –mouth or by gestures.
K. Refrain from using abusive and profane language to anyone connected with the game, as a spectator, player, opposing coach or game official.
L. Do not deliberately incite unsportsmanlike conduct. An instruction to players to “get” another player or attempt to impose bodily harm to opposing players is considered incitement.
M. Abstain from drinking of alcoholic beverages and smoking on both game and practice fields.
N. Avoid running up scores. When a team leads its’ opponent by a total of 27 points, they must remove their starting backfield, including the quarterback and all running backs and wingbacks and make every possible attempt to hold the score down. This applies to Flag division through 11-13 divisions.
O. Assure that no player practice or play in a game without proper equipment.
P. Remove from a game or practice, any player when slightly in doubt about his health, whether or not a result of injury, until competent medical advice is available.
Q. Assure that a player’s scholastic achievement does not suffer because of participation in MMYFCL.
R. Any coach who actively solicits a player from another organization by either making telephone calls of visits will be penalized.
S. Only one “Speaking” Coach is allowed in the huddle on the field during a game time out. A second coach may provide water to the players.

Article XIV PLAYERS CODE OF CONDUCT

A. No fighting or hitting, kicking, striking or otherwise abusing opponents, teammates or cheerleaders at any time before, during or after a game, scrimmage or practice game.
B. No verbal or physical intimidation by making gestures such as, victory laps, “number one” chants or other “bring down” or demeaning actions will be allowed.
C. No disrespectful behavior or derogatory comments aimed at cheerleaders nor purposeful physical actions into the cheerleading area are permitted. (i.e. running into cheerleading areas when play is not in proximity.)
D. Report to your coach any knowledge of an ineligible player or “ringer” on your team or another team.
E. No dirty or illegal playing techniques will be allowed.
F. No talking back to officials, teammates, opposing players or coaches.
G. No profanity or childish displays of temper will be allowed at game or practice fields.
H. Disciplinary problems at school or unsatisfactory classroom performance will not be tolerated.

NOTE (ARTICLES XIII & XIV) : VIOLATATION OF THESE RULES WILL RESULT IN A MINIMUM OF A FULL GAME SUSPENSION FOR THE FIRST VIOLATION AND ARE SUBJECT TO SUSPENSION FOR UP TO THE REMAINDER OF THE SEASON FOR THE SECOND VIOLATION. ANY DECISION BY THE BOARD IS AT ITS DISCRETION AND WILL BE FINAL. HEAD COACHES WILL IMMEDIATELY REPORT PLAYER OR COACH EJECTIONS TO THE APPROPRIATE AGE GROUP COORDINATOR BY 12:00 NOON THE DAY AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF THE GAME.

ARTICLE XV. PARENTS CODE OF CONDUCT

A. I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care, and encouragement for my child participating in youth sports by following this code of ethics.
B. I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, cheerleaders, coaches, and officials at every game, practice, or other youth sports events.
C. I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of any personal desire to win.
D. I will insist that my child play in a safe and healthy environment.
E. I will provide support for coaches and officials working with my child to provide a positive, enjoyable experience for all.
F. I will demand a drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free sports environment for my child and agree to assist by refraining from their use at all youth sports events.
G. I will remember that the game is for children and not for adults.
H. I will do my very best to make youth sports fun for my child.
I. I will ask my child to treat other players, coaches, fans, and officials with respect regardless of race, sex, creed, or ability.
J. I will always address any issues with my child’s coach in private.
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K. I will promise to help my child enjoy the youth sports experience within my personal constraints by assisting with coaching, being a respectful fan, providing transportation or whatever I am capable of doing.

NOTE (ARTICLE XV): VIOLATATION OF THESE RULES WILL RESULT IN A REVIEW BY THE RULES COMMITTEE AND THE BOD AND VIOLATORS ARE SUBJECT TO PENALTIES UP TO AND INCLUDING SUSPENSION FOR THE SEASON.