Rules & Expectations

Conduct Rooted in Faith

Every participant helps create a positive, respectful, and supportive athletic environment.

Coach Code of Conduct

Volunteer coaches are entrusted with shaping the athletic and spiritual growth of young people.

Prioritize character development, sportsmanship, and moral integrity above winning.
Know and comply with league and contest rules, and communicate them to the team.
Treat athletes, opponents, officials, and parents with respect and follow all safety protocols.
Be punctual, prepared, positive, and handle conflicts maturely and respectfully.
Complete required Diocese training and background checks and seek continuous improvement.

Families and supporters set the tone for a safe and enjoyable game environment.

Demonstrate courtesy toward players, coaches, officials, and fellow spectators.
Encourage positive play from all teams and avoid booing, taunting, profanity, or confrontations.
Do not interfere with coaching or shout game-plan or officiating instructions from the sidelines.
Model sportsmanship for children and help foster mutual respect.
Respect playing-area boundaries and avoid behavior that disrupts the event.

Athletes represent their schools and the Diocese whenever they compete.

Uphold Catholic values by modeling faith, respect, compassion, and moral integrity.
Demonstrate self-control and respect toward teammates, opponents, coaches, officials, and spectators.
Do not use crude, abusive, or inappropriate language or gestures.
Accept victory with grace and defeat with dignity.
Represent the school, team, and Diocese with honesty, effort, and sportsmanship.

This handbook is the 2025–26 edition. The 2026–27 update is pending; confirm current sport-specific rules with your Athletic Director.

Failure to follow these standards may result in removal from an event or other appropriate disciplinary action under Diocese and league policies.