SPRUCE
GROVE MINOR BALL ASSOCIATION
PLAYERS PLEDGE
It is the intention
of this pledge to promote proper behavior and respect for all participants
within SGMBA.
All players must sign
this pledge before being allowed to participate in baseball and must continue
to observe the principles of Fair Play.
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PLAYERS
1. I will play baseball
because I want to, not because others want me to.
2. I will play by the
rules of baseball and in the spirit of the game.
3. I will control my
temper.
4. I will respect my
opponents.
5. I will do my best to
be a true team player.
6. I will remember that
winning isn't everything and that having fun, improving skills, making friends
and doing my best are also important.
7. I will acknowledge
all good plays and performances made by those of my team and my opponents.
8. I will remember that
coaches and officials are there to help me.
9. I will accept
decisions made by coaches and/or officials and respect them.
10. I will arrive at all
games and practices 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start times.
11. I will give notice by
12:00 noon on game day for any absences or late arrivals.
12. I will ensure to
arrive at all games/practices with a batting helmet, protective cup, water
bottle, proper footwear, and a ball hat as these items are required to be able
to participate.
13. I will ensure to
arrive at all games in full uniform (including ball hat).
14. I will ensure to
leave my cell phone off and in my ball bag, only to be used after
games/practices or only in the case of an emergency.
I agree to abide by the principles of this
CODE as set and supported by SGMBA.
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