Code of Ethics

I/WE pledge to provide positive support, care, and encouragement for everyone participating in the Shaler Area Little Titans organization by following the below Code of Ethics:

  1. I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches and officials at every game, practice, and event (home or away).
  2. As a parent/guardian, I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of any personal desire to win.
  3. I will insist that we play or practice in a safe and healthy environment.
  4. I will provide support for coaches and officials, so they can provide a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
  5. I will treat players, coaches, fans and officials with respect regardless of race, sex, creed or ability.
  6. Apart from an emergency or in the role as an officially appointed volunteer, I understand that parents/guardians are NOT permitted on the field or sidelines during a game.
  7. As a parent or guardian, I will not address my child’s coach with a non-safety issue before, during or after a game or in front of a child. I will wait until I can approach the coach in a private setting.
  8. I will wait 24 hours before I contact my child’s coach regarding any non-safety issue, such as play time or positions.
  9. As a player/cheerleader, I must ask about coaching decisions, for example: play time or position, their Head Coach before my parent asks the coach.
  10. I understand that taW1ting, jeering, or foul language is specifically prohibited at ANY field or facility used by the Little Titans (home er away).
  11. Badgering, derogatory behavior or fighting with a coach, board member, player, cheerleader, spectator, referee or opposing team member is PROHIBITED and will result in immediate disciplinary actions.