8 Code Of Ethics

Question 1

Code of Ethic #1

Answer 1

It is the coaches’ duty to be in control of their players at all times in order to prevent any unsportsmanlike act toward opponents, officials or spectators.

Question 2

Code of Ethic #2

Answer 2

Coaches are expected to comply wholeheartedly with the intent and spirit of the rules. The deliberate teaching of players to violate the rules is indefensible.

Question 3

Code of Ethic #3

Answer 3

Coaches must teach their players to respect the dignity of the game, officials, opponents and the institutions that they represent.

Question 4

Code of Ethic #4

Answer 4

Coaches must confine their discussion with the game officials to the interpretations of the rules and not challenge umpire decisions involving judgment.

Question 5

Code of Ethic #5

Answer 5

“Bench jockeying” will not be allowed. Coaches are to prohibit bench jockeying, which would include personal and malicious remarks, cursing and obscene language toward opponents, umpires or spectators.

Question 6

Code of Ethic #6

Answer 6

Coaches must refrain from any personal action that might arouse players or spectators to unsportsmanlike behavior.

Question 7

Code of Ethic #7

Answer 7

Coaches must expect from the umpires a courteous and dignified attitude toward players and themselves.

Question 8

Code of Ethic #8

Answer 8

Coaches must seek help from school administrators in controlling unruly students and spectators.