ETHICS:
1) RESPECT FOR YOURSELF AND OTHERS
a) Treating all players, coaches, officials, and parents with respect and fairness
b) Value diversity and the benefit of combining unique qualities and strengths
c) Create a safe and fun activity for all involved
d) Working together and fostering the true meaning of “Sportsmanship”
2) TEAM BEFORE SELF
a) Making decisions that prioritize development of individuals and team over winning
b) Perform your duties as a leader and mentor to the highest standard
c) Prevent and avoid situations that could be considered personal or organizational conflicts
d) Remember that in the bigger picture, we are all on the same team
3) OBEY AND SUPPORT THE RULES
a) Follow and respect the rules
b) Respect the decisions of the officials
c) Respect the decisions of the Board and it’s representatives
d) Be an advocate for all levels of the organization
VALUES:
1) INTEGRITY
a) Be honest and forthcoming, we all make mistakes
b) Do not use your role to obtain advantage or disadvantage others
c) Take all reasonable steps to prevent and resolve conflict
d) Act in a manner that maintains trust in your players and parents
e) Communicate with honesty
f) Be committed to the truth and fairness regardless of personal or organizational consequences
2) LEADERSHIP
a) Lead by example
b) Achieve professional competence
c) Appreciate your strengths and weaknesses, seek self improvement
d) Be clear with your meaning and intent, lead your team to success
e) Get to know your players and coaches at their level
f) Develop the potential of your assistants
g) Make sound and timely decisions
h) Train your players as a team, enhance individuals capabilities
3) EXCELLENCE
a) Continually improve the quality and challenge of your practices
b) Learn lessons from your mistakes and build on them
c) Make use of all resources available, seek assistance from others
d) Foster an environment that promotes teamwork, learning, and innovation from all involved