PCPRD Parents’ Code of Ethics
I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care, and encouragement for my child participating in youth sports by following this PAYS Parents’ Code of Ethics:
I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players,
coaches, and officials at every game, practice, or other youth sports event.
I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of a personal desire
to win.
I will insist that my child play in a safe and healthy environment.
I will support coaches and officials working with my child, in order to encourage a
positive and enjoyable experience for all.
I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free from drugs, tobacco, and
alcohol, and will refrain from their use at all youth sports events.
I will remember that the game is for youth - not for adults.
I will do my very best to make youth sports fun for my child.
I will help my child enjoy the youth sports experience by doing whatever I can, such as
being a respectful fan, assisting with coaching, or providing transportation.
I will ask my child to treat other players, coaches, fans, and officials with respect
regardless of race, sex, creed, or ability.
I will read the National Standards for Youth Sports and do what I can to help all youth
sports organizations implement and enforce them.
I am aware that violation of this Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action that could include, but is not limited to, the following:
•Verbal warning by athletic staff
•Probation in form of a written warning from Plant City Parks & Recreation Department
•Suspension for one or more games
•Dismissal