Players Code of Conduct

I hereby pledge to provide a positive attitude and be responsible for my participation in youth sports by following this Code of Conduct:

1. I will respect all aspects of the game, including myself, coaches, officials, teammates, opponents, fans and rules, regardless of the behavior of others.

2. I will support my teammates and be a team player.

3. I recognize that I am representing Zimmerman Area Youth Athletic Association and act accordingly.

4. I will encourage good sportsmanship from fellow players, coaches, officials and fans at every game and practice.

5. I will do my best to learn and listen to my coaches.

6. I will treat my coaches, teammates, opponents, officials and fans with respect regardless of race, sex, creed or ability.

7. I expect to play in an alcohol, tobacco and drug free environment and expect adults to respect that wish.

8. I will take responsibility for my own behavior.

9. I will do my best in school.

10. I will be humble in victory, gracious in defeat.    

Coaches Code of Conduct

I hereby pledge to live up to the ZAYAA Coaches Code of Conduct.

1. I will be a consistent role model. I will maintain personal and professional integrity both on and off the field.

2. I will promote the emotional, physical, academic and athletic dimensions of the athlete.

3. I will place the emotional and physical well being of the athlete ahead of any personal desire to win.

4. I promise to win and loose with dignity and integrity.

5. I will practice open communication with players and parents.

6. I will keep the game and practices fun as well as challenging and provide a positive athletic experience.

7. I will practice good sportsmanship by demonstrating fair play and positive support for the players, coaches and officials at every game.

8. I will refrain from use of drugs, alcohol and tobacco when on the playing field or when with the players.

9. I will remember that I am a youth coach, and that the game is for children and not adults.

10. I will provide a safe play situation and use coaching techniques appropriate for each player.  

Parents Code of Conduct

I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care and encouragement for my child participating in youth sports by following this Code of Conduct.

1. I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, and officials at every game, practice or other youth sports event.

2. I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of any personal desire to win.

3. I will insist that my child play in a safe and healthy environment.

4. I will provide support for coaches and officials working with my child to provide a positive enjoyable experience for all.

5. I will demand a drug, tobacco and alcohol free sports environment for my child and agree to assist by refraining from their use at all youth sports events.

6. I will remember that the game is for children and not for adults.

7. I will do my best to make youth sports fun for my child.

8. I will insist that my child treat other players, coaches, fans and officials with respect regardless of race, sex, creed or ability.

9. I will assist in providing a positive team experience by volunteering to help with tasks as needed and as I am capable of doing.