MSHSL Code of Ethics For Coaches

Minnesota State High School (MSHSL) Code of Ethics for Coaches

This is the Code of Ethics all of our coaches are committed to follow:

As a Professional Educator,

I Will

• Strive to develop in each athlete the qualities of leadership, initiative, and good judgment.

• Respect the integrity and personality of the individual athlete.

• Encourage the highest standards of conduct and scholastic achievement among all athletes.

• Seek to inculcate good health habits, including the establishment of sound training rules.

• Fulfill responsibilities to provide health services and an environment free of safety hazards.

• Exemplify the highest moral character, behavior, and leadership.

• Promote ethical relationships among coaches.

• Encourage a respect for all athletics and their values.

• Abide by the rules of the game in letter and in spirit.

• Respect the integrity and judgment of sports officials.

• Display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat.

• Demonstrate a mastery of, and continuing interest in, coaching principles and techniques through professional improvement.

I Will Not

• Approve commercialism, solicitation, subsidizing, or professionalism entering into high school athletics.