Coaches Code of Ethics

MSHSCA CODE OF ETHICS

As a professional educator, I will:

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

2. Respect the integrity and personality of each individual athlete.

3. Encourage the highest standards of conduct and scholastic achievement.

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

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

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

7. Provide ethical relationships among coaches.

8. Encourage a respect for all athletics and their values.

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

10. Respect the integrity and judgment of sport officials.

11. Display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat.

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

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