Spectator-Parent Code of Conduct

• "Can you believe that guy?  He's so obnoxious to the officials at every match.  He yells at scorekeepers if the point isn't flipped within 2/10 of a second.  He questions every line call against his team.  He's obviously never seen a volleyball rule book.  I really hate playing this team because of him."
• "Well, it could be worse."
• "How's that?"
• "You could be his daughter."
• "Which one is she?"
• "I'm pretty sure she's the player over there with the bright red face."
• "Good point.  I wonder where he got the idea that yelling at coaches & officials was acceptable behavior?"
• "Oh, I think I know....."

DELTA REGION SPECTATOR-PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT

available for printing & posting at your Delta Region sanctioned tournaments & practices

All spectators of privately sanctioned events are granted entry to the facility as a courtesy. Anyone that enters/attends any Delta Region sanctioned Event, must agree to abide by the following Code of Conduct Guidelines:

I WILL:

1. I WILL abide by the official rules of USA Volleyball.
2. I WILL display good sportsmanship at all times.
3. I WILL encourage my child and his/her team, regardless of the outcome on the court.
4. I WILL educate myself on the unique rules of this facility.
5. I WILL honor the rules of the host and the host facility.
6. I WILL generate goodwill by being polite and respectful to those around me at this event.
7. I WILL direct my child to speak directly with his/her coach when coaching decisions are made that may be confusing or unclear.
8. I WILL redirect any negative comments from others to the respective Event Director or Program Administrator.
9. I WILL direct all concerns regarding officials to the Head Coach or Club Director for my team/club as opposed to contacting the Head Official directly.
10. I WILL immediately notify the Event Director and/or Program Administrator in the event that I witness any illegal activity.
11. I WILL support the policies and guidelines of the team/club that I represent.
12. I WILL acknowledge effort and good performance, remembering that all of the players in this event are amateur athletes.
13. I WILL model exemplary spectator behavior while attending this event.
14. I WILL respect the history and tradition of the sport of volleyball by being a good ambassador.

I WILL NOT:

1. I WILL NOT harass or intimidate the officials.
2. I WILL NOT coach my child from the bleachers and/or sidelines.
3. I WILL NOT criticize my child’s coach or his/her teammates.
4. I WILL NOT participate in any game or game-like activities unless I have a current membership card with the Delta Region.
5. I WILL NOT bring and/or carry any firearms at any Delta Region event.
6. I WILL NOT bring, purchase, or consume alcohol at any Youth/Junior volleyball event.

Note: Any violation of this Code of Conduct will result in the individual being asked to leave the site/facility, and may result in them possibly being banned from attending future Delta Region sanctioned events. The Event Director has the final say regarding their individual event. Local law enforcement will be contacted if necessary to resolve any disputes or altercations. Questions or concerns may be directed to the Delta Region office.