Code of Conduct

Player Code of Conduct & Violation Consequences

Player Code of Conduct Pledge

As a Marana Fastpitch player, I represent my team and the league. The adult volunteers are here to help me learn softball skills, but they also want me to have fun and love the game. Marana Fastpitch will provide a positive environment, and I share the responsibility to help create that environment for my teammates and opposing teams.

I understand that to play for Marana Fastpitch, I must display behavior conducive to good sportsmanship, respect, positive support, and the development of friendships in the spirit of competition.

I understand that any infraction of the BAJA rules or this Code of Conduct places me in direct violation and subjects me to disciplinary action, including the consequences listed below.

I Pledge To:

Be a good sport. Win or lose, be honest, fair and always show good sportsmanship. Play by the rules and resolve conflict without hostility or violence. I will not display outbursts of anger.
Show courtesy and respect to all teammates, parents, opponents and coaches regardless of race, creed, color, nationality, gender or ability. I will support my teammates and cheer for my team, not against the opponent.
Refrain from rude behavior, profanity, and the use or discussion of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs on or off the field.
Learn the value of commitment to the team and put personal goals aside for the betterment of the team. I will always try my best and be on time or communicate to the coach if I cannot attend.
Respect the officials and their authority. I will never question, discuss, or confront coaches or umpires on the game field. Instead, I will speak with coaches or umpires at an agreed upon time and place. I understand umpires are human and will make mistakes and I will show grace.
Have fun.

Player Conduct Violation Consequences

Consequences-any person in violation of this code of conduct will be subject to disciplinary action, including but not limited to the following.**

Violation	1st Offense	2nd Offense
Verbal abuse, intimidation, rude, vulgar and demeaning language, obscene language or gestures, alcohol, drug and/or tobacco use or discussion.	Coach may bench players for 1 inning or more Verbal warning 1 game and/or double header suspension Player and parents asked to leave event	Suspended from BAJA events for the season Placement on probation Child(ren) may be barred from further participation of the season
Physical assault* of an official, coach, player, parent, or volunteer.	Immediate suspension pending hearing review by Conduct Board	Banned from BAJA permanently, including other siblings or children

**Depending on the severity of the infraction and the situation, the board has the authority to impose a greater penalty up to and including suspension or automatic removal from BAJA or Marana Fastpitch.

*The term physical assault includes, but is not limited to hitting, slapping, pushing, spitting, kicking or physical contact in any way with any part of the body or the usage of any physical implement as a weapon.

Parent Code of Conduct & Adult Violation Consequences

Parent Code of Conduct Pledge

I know as a parent or guardian that I am a role model to my child. I pledge to provide an environment for players, managers, coaches, and other staff and volunteers that is conducive to good sportsmanship, respect, positive support, and the development of friendships in the spirit of competition.

I understand that any infraction of the BAJA rules or the Code of Conduct will place me and any of my guests in direct violation and subject me to disciplinary action that could include the consequences listed below.

I and my guests pledge to:

Remember that children participate to have fun and that the game is for our youth, not for the adults.
Inform the coach of any physical disability or ailment that may affect the safety of my child or the safety of others.
Be a positive role model for my child and encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy for everyone involved in the league, including players, coaches, officials, and spectators at all times during practices and games.
Not engage in any kind of inappropriate conduct, nor allow my child to engage in such conduct including booing and taunting, refusing to shake hands, using profane language, or making inappropriate gestures. I will not engage in any physical altercations while attending any BAJA function.
Learn and respect the rules of the game and policies of the league. I will teach my child to play by the rules and resolve conflicts without hostility or violence. I will ensure my child treats others with respect regardless of race, gender, or ability.
Teach my child that doing one's best is more important than winning so my child never feels defeated by the outcome of a game or their performance. I will praise my child for trying their best and for competing fairly. I will never ridicule or yell at my child or other participants for making a mistake or losing a game.
Respect officials and their authority during games. I will never question, discuss, or confront coaches or umpires on the game field. Instead, I will speak with them at an agreed upon time and place.
Provide a sports environment that is free from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and abstain from their use at all BAJA events.
Refrain from coaching my child or other players during games and practices unless I am one of the officials or coaches of the team.

Adult Conduct Violation Consequences

Consequences-any person in violation of this code of conduct will be subject to disciplinary action, including but not limited to the following.**

Violation	1st Offense	2nd Offense
Verbal abuse, intimidation, rude, vulgar and demeaning language, obscene language or gestures, alcohol, drug and/or tobacco use.	Asked to leave the event Verbal warning Written warning One game and/or double header suspension Child(ren) may be asked to be removed from the event	Suspended from events for the season Placement on probation Child(ren) may be barred from further participation of the season
Physical assault* of an official, coach, player, fellow parent or volunteer.	Immediate suspension pending hearing review by Conduct Board	Banned from BAJA permanently, including their child(ren)

**Depending on the severity of the infraction and the situation, the board has the authority to impose a greater penalty up to and including suspension or automatic removal from BAJA or Marana Fastpitch.

*The term physical assault includes, but is not limited to hitting, slapping, pushing, spitting, kicking or physical contact in any way with any part of the body or the usage of any physical implement as a weapon.

Coach Code of Conduct & Violation Consequences

Coach/Manager Code of Conduct Pledge

I know, as a member of the coaching staff, that I am always held to a higher standard on and off the field. I pledge to provide an environment for players, managers, coaches, and other staff and volunteers that is conducive to good sportsmanship, respect, positive support, and the development of friendships in the spirit of competition.

I understand that any infraction of the rules or the Code of Conduct will place me in direct violation of this Code of Conduct and subject me to the consequences listed below.

I understand that it is my responsibility to attempt to address any incidents at the time of their occurrence or ask for assistance from the umpire or a league official. I also understand that all incidents must be reported to league board officials immediately and that at any point in time, the umpire and league officials have the right to ask any parent, coach, manager, or spectator to leave the park if they act in an unsportsmanlike manner.

In order to be a successful coach or manager, I pledge to:

Treat each player as an individual, remembering the emotional and physical development of each participant. I understand players have different abilities, and the true measure is not how they compare to others, but how they are doing in comparison to their best selves.
Do my best to provide a safe playing situation for all players. I will abstain from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol at all games and other BAJA activities. I will ensure that parents and their guests understand that having drugs, tobacco, or alcohol at any BAJA event is in direct violation of the Code of Conduct.
Place the emotional and physical wellbeing of my players ahead of a personal desire to win.
Do my best to organize practices that are both fun and challenging for all players, with the focus of teaching softball fundamentals and improving skills.
Encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for and respectful interactions with all players, coaches, and umpires at every game or practice. I will honor the game and encourage respect from players, parents, and their guests. I understand that physical assault and vulgar, demeaning, or obscene language or gestures toward any staff, BAJA officials, umpires, players, or parents is in direct violation of the Code of Conduct.
Be knowledgeable of the rules of BAJA softball. If I have questions about a rule, I will address those questions with a BAJA league representative and or the umpire prior to the start of a game. If I question the interpretation of a rule during a game, I will address concerns in a professional and respectful manner.
Remember that I am a youth sports coach or manager and that the game is for children, not adults.

Adult Conduct Violation Consequences

Consequences-any person in violation of this code of conduct will be subject to disciplinary action, including but not limited to the following.**

Violation	1st Offense	2nd Offense
Verbal abuse, intimidation, rude, vulgar and demeaning language, obscene language or gestures, alcohol, drug and/or tobacco use.	Asked to leave the event Verbal warning Written warning One game and/or double header suspension Child(ren) may be asked to be removed from the event	Suspended from events for the season Placement on probation Child(ren) may be barred from further participation of the season
Physical assault* of an official, coach, player, fellow parent or volunteer.	Immediate suspension pending hearing review by Conduct Board	Banned from BAJA permanently, including their child(ren)

**Depending on the severity of the infraction and the situation, the board has the authority to impose a greater penalty up to and including suspension or automatic removal from BAJA or Marana Fastpitch.

*The term physical assault includes, but is not limited to hitting, slapping, pushing, spitting, kicking or physical contact in any way with any part of the body or the usage of any physical implement as a weapon.

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