The primary objective set out by Parkland Minor Ball Association (PMBA) is to ensure an environment exists where players can develop the appropriate skills associated with gamesmanship, good character, and the fostering of community. PMBA encourages all players to respect and uphold a field of play that allows them to reach their personal goals in a safe, accountable, and positively constructive environment. 

Baseball is a team sport and each player is viewed as an important component in the success of the team. As a player the responsibility rests with you to be willing to learn the many difficult skills of baseball, play hard, respect your coaches, respect the decision of the umpire, and be committed to your team for the entire season. As a player, your adherence to this code will promote fair play, discipline and sportsmanship for the good of PMBA. 

As a Player of PMBA, I agree to the following Code of Conduct: 

1. I will attend every practice and game that is reasonably possible and notify my coach if I cannot attend. I will understand the team expectations regarding punctuality and make every effort to be on time for practice and games.

2. I will do my very best to listen and learn from my coaches. I will give my best effort at all times, exhibited by hustle (running on and off the field) and a positive attitude. I will recognize my role as a student and see to it that development and not winning or losing becomes the priority.

3. As a member of the community, I will do my best to achieve success off the field, both in the classroom and as a respectful member of our community.

4. I will always remember that baseball is a game and is meant to be fun. I will control my temper on and off the field, discuss concerns about the game respectfully with coaches and use my emotional energy to help improve my personal performance. I understand that if I intentionally throw my bat helmet, glove or any piece of equipment that I will be subject to ejection from the game at the discretion of the umpire.

5. I will be supportive of my coaches and my teammates at all times, by offering positive comments and refraining from making negative comments, or placing blame. I will remember errors and mistakes by all players are part of growth and not to be ridiculed.

6. I will play within the rules of the game. I will play with good intention and to the best of my ability, but in a safe and responsible manner. I will not intentionally endanger another player in any way. I will avoid inappropriate behavior, including the use of profanity or other inappropriate language, during practices, games and other team activities.
7. I will bring a strong desire to achieve team goals, but also the ability to handle challenges. I will be humble in victory, gracious in defeat.

8. I will encourage good sportsmanship from fellow players, coaches, umpires and fans at every game and practice. I will not target, marginalize, taunt, or root against the opposing team. I will refrain from outbursts against the umpire and shall let the coach handle all umpire issues. 
9. I will help maintain order and cleanliness of the team dugout, by picking up any loose equipment and refraining from any horseplay. I will help to ensure that we leave the dugout neater than we found it.

10. I will come to practices and games with proper equipment; mandatory protective equipment including helmet, protective strap (Jack/Jill Strap), cleats or good runners, uniform, practice wear, water bottle, etc.) I will treat personal and team equipment with respect at all times, placing items in the proper place and position in the dugout.

11. I will encourage my parents to be involved in my team in some capacity because it is important to me and it helps create a stronger sense of community and care.

12. I will always search for enjoyment in the game and promise to have fun! 

We have read, have discussed, and understand this Code of Conduct agreement, and fully, unequivocally support it, its intent, and its essence. 

 

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