USASF Professional Responsibility Code 2019-2020 9.0 | Page 17

Eligible for Non-Compliance Review
NOTIFICATION TO MEMBERS
ITEM 1: Disciplinary Implications for Program Members for Athlete Sportsmanship Violations
Unsportsmanlike conduct violations by an athlete or athletes may have disciplinary consequences for both the athlete and the Member
Program.
SPORTSMANSHIP CODE FOR PROGRAM, OWNERS, COACHES, AND AUXILIARY
MEMBERS, EVENT PRODUCER & AFFILIATE MEMBERS
Play by the rules. I will lead by example, demonstrating
fair play and faith in event officials. When contesting or
challenging a team score at an event, I will demonstrate respect
for the official and the decision and understand that any form of
disrespect or intimidation to the judge’s, official or Event Producer
may result in penalties or forfeiture to my team or program. I also
understand that the Event Producer has the obligation to uphold the
Sportsmanship Code at all USASF Events. I understand it is the spirit
of the rules that protect the integrity of the sport, and I will uphold
that integrity with honor. Make pursuit of victory more important than winning. I
will teach that striving to win, rather than winning itself is what is
important in life. I understand that the integrity in which we perform
and accept an award is a true gauge of success. That it is a privilege to
be recognized as the best in a division or event.
Respect athletes, other teams and event officials. I will
put the emotional and physical well-being of my athletes above all
else, including any internal desire or external pressure to win. I
understand that their safety is my primary concern. I will treat all
other teams and team members with the utmost respect in every
possible circumstance. I will behave within the event’s Code of
Conduct, recognizing the authority of the event officials and workers
in every possible circumstance. See the big picture and exercise self-control in adverse
circumstances. I will increase focus and intensity rather than
retaliation or blaming. I understand that I am responsible for my
behavior, and I will not allow profanity, anger or disrespect to be a
part of any of my interactions including social media and in person.
Organize sportsmanship conduct for parents and
participants. I will make a stance for sportsmanship, setting
expectations of participating with respect, competing with integrity,
winning with character and losing with dignity. I will organize a
parent’s packet that clearly outlines the sportsmanship promise.
Integrate positive life lessons on and off the competition
floor. I will devote my energy to teaching life skills and cheer and
dance skills. I understand that the life lessons I give to my athletes
will stay with them much longer than any medal or trophy.
SECTION VI: SPORTSMANSHIP CODE OF CONDUCT
Exemplify sportsmanlike conduct. I will be a positive example
and portray the character qualities I expect from my athletes. I
understand that I am a leader and that every choice I make affects
those who follow me. I will uphold the promise to the best of my
abilities and always work to improve myself, my team and my sport. I
understand I am expected to be a positive example in my private and
public settings.
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