Code of Ethics for Coaches
1. Exemplify the highest moral character as a role model for young people.
2. Recognize the individual worth and reinforce the self-image of each team member.
3. Encourage and assist team members to set personal goals to achieve their highest academic potential.
4. Create a set of training rules for athletes that reflect the positive values of abstaining from the use of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco.
5. Strive to develop the qualities of leadership, initiative, and good judgment in each team member.
6. Communicate and interpret program goals and objectives to parents and the community.
7. Provide a safe environment for practice and competition.
8. Gain an awareness of the importance of prevention, care, and treatment of athletic injuries.
9. Respect the integrity and judgment of the game official.
10. Teach and abide by the rules of the game in letter and in spirit.
11. Build and maintain ethical relationships with coaches and administrators.
12. Strive for excellence in coaching skills and techniques through professional improvement.
13. Promote personal fitness and good nutrition.
14. Be modest in victory and gracious in defeat.
15. Encourage a healthy respect for the overall athletic program and its vital roles in education.
Fair Play Code for Coaches
1. I will be reasonable when scheduling games and practices.
2. I will teach my athletes to play fairly and to respect the rules, officials, and opponents.
3. I will ensure that all athletes get instruction, support, and an opportunity to compete.
4. I will not ridicule my athletes for making mistakes or for performing poorly. I will remember that athletes compete for enjoyment and must be encouraged to have confidence in themselves.
5. I will make sure that equipment and facilities are safe and match the athletes’ age and abilities.
6. I will ensure my players health & safety is priority and to educate them on the importance of disclosing any injuries to themselves or their teammates.
7. I will practice good sportsmanship and not gamesmanship and will win or lose with honour.
8. I will remember that athletes need a coach they can respect. I will be generous with praise and set a good example.
9. I will respect my athletes, parents, officials, and our opponents.
10. I will obtain proper training and continue to upgrade my coaching skills.
11. I will abide by the expectations, operating regulations, and written policies of CNBA (and the NBIAA for coaches of high school sports).
12. I will never criticize or use social networking to criticize in an unprofessional manner CNBA or another school’s administrator, school team, coach, player, game official or the NBIAA.