Coaches Code of Conduct

Priorities

• Put the emotional and physical well-being of all athletes ahead of any personal desire to win.
• Emphasize skill development, fair play, and having fun over winning at all costs.
• Promote a positive and inclusive environment free from discrimination.

Responsibilities to Athletes

• Treat each athlete with respect, dignity and patience. No bullying, harassment or hazing.
• Provide fair coaching time and feedback to all athletes, regardless of ability.
• Be a positive role model by maintaining emotional control and composure.
• Advocate for safe practices and enforce safety rules and policies.

Responsibilities to the Sport

• Uphold the rules of wrestling and model good sportsmanship at all times.
• Respect the integrity of the officials and their decisions during competitions.
• Use appropriate language and behavior, and prohibit use of illegal tactics.
• Address any grievances through proper channels in a respectful manner.

Professional Conduct

• Maintain boundaries and avoid inappropriate relationships with athletes.
• Protect athlete confidentiality and privacy when dealing with personal information.
• Pursue continuous education and skills to improve as a coach.
• Refrain from the use of illegal drugs, alcohol, and tobacco around athletes.
• Coaches uniform – matching polos/quarter zips during competition

Accountability

• Accept responsibility for violations of this Code.
• Report any suspected violations by other coaches or staff to program leadership.

Athlete Code of Conduct

• 100% effort at practices/competitions
• Focus on improving rather than winning
• Respect coaches, teammates, opponents, officials
• Good sportsmanship
• Follow all safety rules

Parent Code of Conduct

• Encourage child’s development
• Respect coaches, officials, opponents
• No sideline coaching
• Mandatory volunteer time to support operations
  • Optional buyout
• Ensure prompt payment of fees

Key Policies

• Background checks for coaches/volunteers (USA Wrestling Card required)
  • Copper certification recommended
  • Team certification recommended
• Concussion protocol
• Financial assistance program
• Practice attendance requirements
• Anti-bullying and hazing prevention