OCR Document

SPORTSMANSHIP

Students

Students' habits and reaction as spectators determine the quality of sportsmanship, which reflects upon the reputation of the school. Profane and abusive language and obnoxious behavior have no place at an athletic contest.

1. Know and demonstrate good sportsmanship. Good Sportsmanship

means always being positive with your response to the contest.

2. Respect and cooperate with the cheerleaders.

3. Respect the property of the school and the authority of the school officials.

4. Show respect for an injured player and do not heckle or jeer the opposing

team.

5. Remember athletic contests and mood altering substances do not mix.

6. Do not use profanity in cheers or direct profane statements at

officials, players, coaches or opposing cheering sections.

7. Do not single out opposing players personally and heckle them by

directing derogatory or profane statements/chants at them. Racist

remarks are never acceptable.

8. Do not advance on the court or field to protest or communicate with

officials, coaches or players.

9. Do not direct offensive cheers/chants at opposing cheering sections.

10. Shirts must be worn at all contests.

Spectators

Fan behavior whether at home or away at athletic contests reflect on the entire community. Hometown fans should treat out-of-town guests with respect. Similarly, visiting fans should treat their hosts-both individuals and property-with proper appreciation.

1. Know and demonstrate good sportsmanship.

2. Be positive. Cheer for your team rather than against the opposition.

3. Refrain from booing and name calling.

4. Respect the officials' point of view. He/she is in charge and is doing

his/her best.

5. Remember, athletic contests are, in one respect, just like driving, they do