Phenom Parent Code of Conduct
1. Support and Encourage
Positive Reinforcement: Always encourage your child and their teammates. Praise efforts as much as results.
Respect for Coaches: Support the decisions and authority of the coaching staff. Avoid undermining their decisions in front of your child.
Encourage Team Spirit: Promote teamwork, effort, and sportsmanship over individual performance.
2. Respect for Officials
No Confrontation: Never confront referees or officials during or after the game. Accept their decisions as part of the game.
Understand the Role: Acknowledge that officials are there to ensure the game is played fairly and according to the rules.
3. Behavior During Games
Positive Cheering: Cheer in a positive manner, supporting all players, not just your child.
No Negative Comments: Refrain from negative comments, booing, or yelling at players, coaches, or officials.
Sportsmanship: Model good sportsmanship through respectful and supportive behavior.
4. Communication
Constructive Feedback: If you have concerns, address them constructively with the coach in private, away from the players and other parents.
Open Dialogue: Encourage open communication with your child about their experience, making sure they know they can talk to you about both positive and negative aspects.
5. Role Model
Set an Example: Behave in a way that you would want your child to emulate. Demonstrate respect, integrity, and fair play.
Avoid Alcohol and Drugs: Do not consume alcohol or drugs before or during games and practices. Ensure a safe environment for all.
6. Attendance and Punctuality
Be On Time: Ensure your child arrives on time for practices and games. Pick them up promptly afterwards.
Commitment: Encourage your child to attend all practices and games, emphasizing the importance of commitment to the team.
7. Understand the Game
Learn the Rules: Make an effort to understand the basic rules of basketball. This will help you appreciate the game and the decisions made by coaches and officials.
Appreciate the Effort: Recognize that youth sports are about learning and growth. Playing in a game doesn’t make players better, practice is where players get better.
8. Conflict Resolution
Calm Approach: Handle any conflicts calmly and privately. Use appropriate channels to resolve issues, such as speaking with the coach or league officials.
No Public Disputes: Avoid public disputes with other parents, coaches, or officials. Maintain a respectful demeanor at all times.
9. Social Media Conduct
Positive Posts: Use social media responsibly. Post positive comments about the team, players, and the organization.
Privacy Respect: Respect the privacy of players, coaches, and other parents.
10. Long-term Development
Focus on Growth: Emphasize personal and athletic development over immediate success. Encourage a growth mindset in your child.
Enjoyment of the Game: Ensure that your child is enjoying their basketball experience. Encourage a love for the game over the pressure to perform.
By adhering to this Code of Conduct, parents can help create a supportive and enjoyable environment for everyone involved in youth basketball.
Remember, the primary goal is to ensure that the experience is positive, educational, and fun for all players.
Violation of the Parent Code of Conduct can result in instant removal from Iowa Phenom Basketball.
