Athlete's Code | Parent's Code | Coaches' Code

Athlete’s Code

I WILL:

	emphasize the ideals of sportsmanship, ethical conduct and fair play
	show courtesy to my opponents and officials
	recognize that athletic contests are serious educational endeavors.
	give complete allegiance to my coaches who are the instructional authority for my team
	discourage fans, fellow players and parents from undercutting my coach's authority

I WILL NOT:

	use profanity or talk "trash" before, during or after any game
	use drugs, alcohol or tobacco
	criticize my teammates
	act in any way that may incite spectators
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Parent’s Code

I WILL:

	support my child's team/squad and teach the value of commitment to the team/squad, emphasizing the ideals of sportsmanship, ethical conduct and fair play
	help my child and Pop Warner make athletic contests a positive educational experience
	show courtesy to opponents and officials
	direct constructive criticism of my child's athletic program to the athletic director or association officials and work toward a positive result for all concerned

I WILL NOT:

	criticize officials, direct abuse or profane language toward them, or otherwise subvert their authority
	undermine, in word or deed, the authority of the coach or administration
	intrude onto the field, stand on the sideline, yell from the bleachers to the coaches, referees or administration
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Coach's Code

I WILL:

	respect the integrity and judgment of contest officials/judges and work with them to promote positive experiences
	establish and model fair play, sportsmanship and proper conduct
	hold in highest priority the establishment of the child's safety and welfare
	provide proper supervision of the athletes at all times
	use discretion when providing constructive criticism and when reprimanding the athlete and maintain consistency in requiring athletes to adhere to established rules and standards of the contest to be played
	follow the Pop Warner rules of behavior and the procedures for responsible crowd control
	vigorously encourage and support athletes

I WILL NOT:

	suggest, provide or encourage athletes to use non-prescriptive drugs or substances
	promote acts that will in any way incite spectators in a negative manner

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