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Parish Athletics Code of Conduct (Version 1)

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COACHES CONDUCT
In addition to those items, mentioned in Protecting God’s Children and Parish Volunteer Covenant, Parish Athletics mandates the following:

1. If the actions or attitude of a coach are found to be detrimental to the Parish Athletes Program, that coach will be subject to review and discipline by Athletic Program Manager and/or Athletic Advisory Committee. Disciplinary action can range from counseling, probation, suspension or dismissal, depending upon the circumstances.

2. All written and signed complaints about a coach will be referred to the Athletic Program Manager who will, when appropriate, notify the coach that a written complaint has been received.  After the Athletic Program Manager thoroughly investigates the complaint, the coach and complainant will be notified of the action taken.

3. Any coach who verbally or physically mistreats an official or behaves in an unsportsmanlike manner at any time during the season may be suspended from coaching all parish sports.

4. All suspensions are for a period of up to twelve (12) months from the time of the infraction. 

5. A suspension may be appealed by a coach. 

6. Appeals, including a request for a hearing, must be submitted in writing along with any supporting documentation. 

7. All documentation will be reviewed by a sub-committee of the Athletic Advisory Committee (AAC) consisting of the Chairperson of the AAC and two (2) additional members.  A hearing will be held if determined necessary by this sub-committee.

8. Upon completion of the period of suspension, a coach must request reinstatement in writing to the Athletic Advisory Committee.  The letter must indicate that the suspended coach has reviewed and will support the Statement of Purpose and Philosophy of Parish Athletics.  The letter must be co-signed by the pastor/principal of the parish/school where he/she will be coaching.

9. Under normal* circumstances, a coach may not be permanently dismissed from coaching Parish sports without a fair hearing conducted by the Athletic Advisory Committee.  The coach will be afforded the opportunity to present testimony on his/her behalf.  The decision of the AAC calling for the dismissal of a coach will require a review and concurrence of a majority of the Advisory Board.
   There may be circumstances where the facts are clear that warrant an immediate dismissal of a coach from the Parish Athletic Program (e.g., acts of violence, excessive use of profanity, continued unsportsmanlike conduct, intentional abuse of another person, etc.). The decision to immediately dismiss a coach for such behavior is made by the Athletic Program Manager in consultation with the Athletic Advisory Committee. Such a decision is final.

10. Any disciplinary action of a coach will result in written notification to the coach, the Parish Athletic President and the pastor of the parish.

SPECTATOR (Parent / Guardian) CONDUCT 
The purpose of Parish Athletic Program is to promote Christian attitudes while encouraging healthy physical activity by the youth of the diocese.  Spectators must realize that they represent the parish/school just as much as team members or coaches.  Poor sportsmanship, including interrupting a contest by going on the floor or field or approaching a game official or coach, will not be tolerated.  Incidents of poor sportsmanship/unruly conduct will result in disciplinary action taken by the Athletic Program Manager (who will notify the spectator).

1. Any spectator who verbally or physically mistreats an official or behaves in an unsportsmanlike manner at any time may be banned from attending Parish Athletic contests for a period of time to be determined by the Athletic Program Manager.  The Chairperson of the Athletic Advisory Committee will be notified.

2. Violations of a ban will result in game(s) being stopped and a forfeit awarded to the opposing team.  Two (2) forfeits during a season will result in a team’s dismissal from the league.

3. Improper conduct of spectators at any Parish Athletic contest may result in sanctions to the team. Serious or repeated spectator problems with the same team will result in a hearing before the Athletic Advisory Committee.

Spectators are not permitted to file complaints concerning the performance of game officials.  Only the head coach may file a complaint.  Coaches are to review this spectator conduct section with parents/guardians of all players.
  
PLAYER CONDUCT 
Incidents of improper conduct by players before, during and/or after a Parish Athletic contest may result in disciplinary action taken by the Athletic Program Manager.  Disciplinary action can range from counseling, probation, suspension or dismissal depending upon the circumstances.  Please note: Coaches are required under the Volunteer Covenant to communicate to players the rights and responsibilities of individuals on the team.

Coach or Parent/Guardian or Player Signature:

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