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CODE OF ETHICS
For the safety and well being of the kids, WVRAA requires all coaches and volunteers to complete the PA Child Welfare and PA Criminal History clearances before they begin coaching and mentoring children. Going even further, WVRAA has also instituted a Code of Ethics for both Coaches and Parents. These exist to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the kids, as well as ensuring the kids have the tools and adult mentors needed to achieve the objectives of the programs. These Codes of Ethics can be viewed below.
CODE OF ETHICS FOR COACHES
AS A COACH FOR WVRAA:
I will be on time for all practices and games.
I will refrain from the use of alcohol prior to any game or practice.
Iwill refrain from the use of tobacco during practice or games.
I will be as fair as possible in giving playing time to all players.
I will do my best to teach the fundamentals of the game.
I will set reasonable expectations for each player and for the season.
I will teach players the values of winning and losing.
I will be open to ideas or help.
I will never swear or yell at any member of my team, the opposing team, umpires, or fans. Any confrontation will be handled in a quiet, respectful, and individual manner.
I will always remember I am coaching children in a game that is supposed to be fun.
wvraa baseball softball - rules of conduct-1.pdf
Parent / Volunteer Pledge
I will teach all children to play fair and do their best.
I will positively support all managers, coaches and players.
I will respect the decisions of the umpires.
I will praise a good effort despite the outcome of the game
Parent's Code of Ethics
I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care and encouragement for my child participating in West View Ross AA in that:
I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, umpires and other fans at all games and practices.
I will place the emotional and physical well-being of the team ahead of my personal goals.
I will insist that my child play in a safe and healthy environment.
I will provide support for coaches working with my child to provide a positive and enjoyable experience.
I will remember that the game is for children and not for adults.
I will do my very best to make WVRAA fun for my child.
I will ask my child to treat all players, coaches, umpires and fans with respect at all times.
I will refrain from the use of alcohol at any practice or game and tobacco products on school property.
I will promise to help my child enjoy the WVRAA experience within my personal constraints, by being a respectful fan, providing transportation for him/her, or helping with work parties or concession stand or whatever I am capable of doing.
I will require that my child’s coaches be knowledgeable of the WVRAA Coach’s Code of Ethics.