The Morristown Area Little League implemented the following Code of Conduct for the important message it holds about the proper role of parents in supporting their child in sports. Any individual guilty of improper conduct at any game or practice will be asked to leave the sports facility and be suspended from the following game. Repeat violations may cause a multiple game suspension, or the season forfeiture of the privilege of attending all games.

The essential elements of character-building and ethics in sports are embodied in the concept of sportsmanship and six core principles:
• Trustworthiness
• Respect
• Responsibility
• Fairness
• Caring
• Good Citizenship

The highest potential of sports is achieved when competition reflects these “six pillars of character.” We therefore ask that all parents, guardians, coaches, guests, and players agree to the following:

• All coaches and parents shall treat each other, the coaches, the umpires, and all players with respect at all times.

• Abusive or offensive language is prohibited and will not be tolerated.

• I will not force my child to participate in sports.

• I will remember that children participate to have fun and that the game is for youth, not adults.

• I will inform the coach of any physical disability or ailment that may affect the safety of my child or the safety of others.

• I will learn the rules of the game and the policies of the league.

• I will be a positive role model for my child and encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy, and by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, officials and spectators at every game, practice or other sporting event.

• I will not engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct with any official, coach, player, or parent such as booing and taunting; refusing to shake hands; or using profane language or gestures.

• I will not encourage any behaviors or practices that would endanger the health and wellbeing of the athletes.

• I will teach my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence.

• I will demand that my child treat other players, coaches, officials and spectators with respect regardless of race, creed, color, sex or ability.

• I will teach my child that doing one’s best is more important than winning, so that my child will never feel defeated by the outcome of a game or his/her performance.

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