SQUASH+ Player Code of Conduct

Code of Conduct for Players (Youth or Senior)

  • I will be a good sport to players, coaches, officials, opponents, and parents at every game and practice, no matter win or lose.
  • I will learn the value of commitment by participating in as many practices and games as I can.
  • I will encourage my teammates and praise good efforts.
  • I will be honest, fair, and respectful to others at all times.
  • I will aim to learn all I can from sports.
  • I will arrive at practice on time and be ready to dedicate my attention to my coaches.

Code of Conduct for Parents

  • I will put the emotional and physical well-being of youth participants ahead of a personal desire to win.
  • I will respect players, coaches, officials, spectators, and families at all times.
  • I will respect the decisions of officials or coaches.
  • I will not engage in any violence or verbal threats or use any profanity.
  • I will not yell advice to my child during a game.
  • I will model good sportsmanship for all youth participants.
  • I will not belittle or ridicule anyone involved in a youth sporting event–in public, private, in-person, or online.
  • I will do my part to keep sports fun and positive for every youth participant.

Code of Conduct for Coaches

  • I will coach with the goal of creating a positive learning experience for athletes. Winning games is secondary to building a positive youth sports experience for my players, parents of my players, and opposing teams.
  • I will put the emotional and physical well-being of youth participants ahead of a personal desire to win.
  • I will follow all safety protocols set by SQUASH+.
  • I will under no circumstances engage in an argument with a referee or official. Any discussions or conversations with officials or referees will be in a respectful tone.
  • I will not belittle or ridicule anyone involved in a youth sporting event-in public, private, in person, or online.
  • I will treat opposing coaches and athletes with respect and represent my community in a positive manner.
  • I will make sure my coaching qualifications and safeguarding documentation are fully up to date and a copy will be supplied to SQUASH+ to be filed securely.
  • I will report any violations of the code of conduct by parents, players, or other coaches to SQUASH+ or the sports governing body England Squash.