Columbia Youth Football League requires that all participants commit and adhere to the following Code of Conduct. CYFL believes in the three “S’s” – Safety, Sportsmanship, and Scholarship and expects student participants to exhibit them both on and off the field. Any violation of the following Codes could result in disciplinary action by the CYFL that may result in warnings or suspension. Always remember that the game of football will be an enjoyable, fun team sport only when you conduct yourself as follows:
Players' Code of Ethics
I hereby pledge to be positive about my youth sports experience and accept responsibility for my participation by following this Players' Code of Ethics Pledge.
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I will encourage good sportsmanship from fellow players, coaches, officials and parents at every game and practice by demonstrating good sportsmanship.
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I will attend every practice and game that I can, and will notify by coach if I cannot.
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I will expect to receive a fair and equal amount of playing time.
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I will do my very best to listen and learn from my coaches.
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I will treat my coaches, other players, officials and fans with respect regardless of race, sex, creed, or abilities and I will expect to be treated accordingly.
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I deserve to have fun during my sports experience and will alert parents or coaches if it stops being fun!
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I deserve to play in an environment that is free of drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and expect adults to refrain from their use at all youth sports events.
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I will encourage my parents to be involved with my team in some capacity because it's important to me.
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I will do my very best in school.
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I will remember that sports is an opportunity to learn and have fun.