We, the Wilkes-Barre City Little League, have implemented the following Player Code of Conduct for the important message it holds about the expectations we have of our young athletes in supporting their growth as people and baseball players. Parents should read and understand this form with their child then electronically sign it on their child’s behalf during registration prior to their children participating in our league.
Any player who fails to abide by the aforementioned rules and guidelines, will be subjected to disciplinary action levied by the Wilkes-Barre City Little League Board of Directors that could include, but is not limited to, the following:
• Verbal warning
• Written warning
• Removal from the current game or practice
• Suspension from future games and/or practices
• Season suspension, including postseason tournaments (championship playoffs, All-Star games, etc.)
• Removal from all league activities
• Expulsion from the league
The Wilkes-Barre Little League Board of Directors retains the sole authority to determine what, if any, disciplinary action is appropriate for any conduct infraction.
Preamble
The essential elements of character building and ethics in sports are embodied in the concept of sportsmanship and six core principles:
• Trustworthiness,
• Respect,
• Responsibility,
• Fairness,
• Caring, and
• Good Citizenship.
The highest potential of sports is achieved when competition reflects these “six pillars of character”.
I therefore agree:
• I will play for fun!
• I will be a good sport to players, coaches, officials, opponents, and parents at every game and practice, no matter if my team wins or loses.
• I will respect the umpires and their authority during games and will never question, discuss, or confront them during or after a game. My coaches will be responsible for discussing any differences of opinion with the umpires.
• I will not boo or taunt opposing players or coaches, refuse to shake hands after the game, or use profane language or make inappropriate gestures.
• 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 not purposefully take any action that will endanger the health and well-being of another player.
• 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.
REMEMBER
HAVE FUN!
BE A GOOD TEAMMATE.
ALWAYS TRY YOUR BEST.
UMPIRES MAKE MISTAKES.
WIN OR LOSE, ALWAYS BE A GOOD SPORT.