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ROLE OF THE LITTLE LEAGUE PARENT

Culture of Volunteerism

Little Leagues across the globe rely on hundreds of thousands of volunteers every year to provide local youth the opportunity to create lifelong memories while playing a sport they love.

The Union County Little League Board members highly encourage parents and family members to invest in your children's little league experience (beyond signing them up and cheering them on). These children are the future foundation of youth programs in our communities. Volunteering some time and effort to the program and/or teams, can make a detrimental impact on the future of youth athletics in our community.

As volunteers we are on the board of directors, coaches, team managers, field-hands, fund-raisers, and concession stand workers.

If you're not sure how you can volunteer, reach out to your League President Sheena at [email protected] , to inquire about current vacancies on the Board of Directors, and how your interests can help the league.

Sport Parent Code of Conduct

We, the Union County Little League, have implemented the following Sport Parent Code of Conduct for the important message it holds about the proper roles of parents in supporting their child in sports. Parents should read, understand this form prior to their children participating in our league.

Any parent 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.

Preamble
The essential elements of character-building and ethics in sports are embodied in the concepts of sportsmanship and six core principles:

Trustworthiness,
Respect,
Responsibility,
Fairness,
Caring, and
Good Citizenship

The highest potential of sports is achieved when competition reflects these "six pillars of character."

I therefore agree:
1. I will not force my child to participate in sports.

2. I will remember that children participating to have fun and that the game if for youth, not adults.

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

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

5. I ( and my guests) 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.

6. I ( and my guests) will not engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct with any official, coach, player, or parents such as booing and taunting; refusing to shake hands; or using profane language or gestures.

7. I will not encourage any behaviors or practices that would endanger the health and well being of the athletes.

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

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

10. 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.

11. I will praise my child for competing fairly and trying hard, and make my child feel like a winner every time.

12. I will never ridicule or yell at my child or other participants for making a mistake or losing a competition.

13. I will emphasize skill development and practices and how the benefit my child over winning. I will also de-emphasize games and competition in the lower age groups.

14. I will promote the emotional and physical well-being of the athletes ahead of any personal desire I may have for my child to win.

15. I will respect the officials and their authority during games and will never question, discuss, or confront coaches at the game field, and will take time to speak with coaches at an agreed upon time and place.

16. I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and I will refrain from their use at all sports events.

17. I will refrain from coaching my child or other players during games and practices, unless I am one of the official coaches of the team.

Parent 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

Parental Resources

Complaint Form

If you have an issue or concern regarding a Coach, Board Member, Umpire, Parent, Player, or general incident that occurred please do not ignore the issue. Please complete the complaint form here.

This form will be reviewed by the President, unless it is regarding a player, then it will be reviewed by the Player Agent. From there the matter will be addressed.

Player Code of Conduct

Player's responsibilities are simple; be respectful of others, be responsible, play fair, and always do your best, and always exhibit good sportsmanship.

As a Union County Little League participant I hereby pledge that I will:

· Encourage good sportsmanship from fellow players, coaches, officials, and parents.

· Be a team player and support my teammates.

· Be on time and attend every practice and game that I can, and will notify my coaches if I cannot.

· Work hard to improve my skills.

· Do my best to listen and learn from my coaches.

· Encourage my parents to be involved with my team in some capacity.

· Congratulate the other team after each game as a demonstration of sportsmanship.

· Refrain from using violence, unfriendly language, or insults to others.

· Be generous when I win and gracious when I lose.

· Obey the rules of the game and always work for the good of the team.

· Accept the decisions of the officials with grace and never challenge or question calls. Refrain from challenging or questioning on-field calls by officials and/or managers and coaches.

· Conduct myself with honor and dignity.

· Applaud the efforts of my teammates and opponents.

I also agree that if I fail to abide by the aforementioned rules and guidelines, I will be subject to disciplinary action levied by the Union County Little League Board of Directors or Code of Conduct Committee that could include but is not limited to the following:

· Verbal warning

· Written warning

· Player suspension for games

· Player suspension for season including postseason (All Stars & TOC)

· Player being expelled from the league

The Union County Little League Board of Directors retains the sole authority to determine what, if any, disciplinary action is appropriate for any conduct infraction.