Stingrays Parent Code of Conduct

1. Do not criticize a coach in the presence of your swimmer – the bond between swimmer and a coach is important and should not be undermined.

2. Remain in the pool seating area, not poolside, during training or competition unless invited to do so by the coach.

3. Discuss any concerns regarding your swimmer, as per your team policy, with the coach at a convenient and appropriate time.

4. Actively participate in helping the team progress by offering assistance and support to the coaches, committees, and team board.

5. Strongly encourage your swimmer to abide by the League Rules

6. Discourage unfair play and arguing with officials and coaches while encouraging good sportsmanship.

7. Help your swimmer to recognize good performance, not just results.

8. Set a good example by recognizing fair play and applauding good performances by all swimmers.

9. Never punish or belittle your swimmer for losing or making mistakes.

10. Publicly accept the officials’ judgments.

11. Support your swimmer’s involvement and help them to enjoy swimming.

12. Use correct and proper language at all times.

13. Encourage and guide swimmers to accept responsibility for their own performance and behavior.

14. Bullying is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.

15. Disciplinary matters for unacceptable conduct are at the discretion of the coach, team and/or South Riding Swim Team board.