PLUMSTEAD BASEBALL ASSOCIATION
CODE OF CONDUCT

To: Parents and Players of Plumstead Baseball Association

From: Board of Directors

Date: May 18, 2001

Subject: Code of Conduct

Every year the coaches of Plumstead Baseball sign a Code of Ethics that stresses the vision of Plumstead Baseball, Sportsmanship and Participation. As parents and players we must remember that our coaches and umpires are volunteers. They are doing the best that they can to teach the players the game, rules and to act properly on and off the field. In the opinion of the Board of Directors, they are doing a great job and we, as parents need to appreciate their efforts. The Boards of Directors have created a Code of Conduct for the parents, players and spectators.

Everyone participating in Plumstead Baseball at all levels, whether as players, coaches, officials, parents or spectators, are entitled to do so in an environment of courtesy and safety. Accordingly, all spectators are asked to observe the following:

1. Remember that your children play for their own fun and enjoyment, and winning in only one part of the game.

2. Show appreciation and respect for your team's opponents. Without them, there would not be a game.

3. Resist shouting out instructions. That is the coach's job.

4. Leave the umpires out of it. They do not care who wins. Any mistakes are honest ones, and your children need to know that you believe this. Being an umpire is a difficult job, please respect this.

5. Maintain self-control. Refrain from disrespectful conduct of any sort, including profanity, obscene gestures, offensive remarks, taunting or other actions that demean any individual. The Board of Directors have adopted a "ZERO TOLERANCE" stance on these points.

6. Condemn the use of threat of violence in any form.

7. Absolutely no use of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs is permitted nor will it be tolerated at any game.  Smoking is not permitted on or near the fields, dougouts or spectator areas.  Smoke if you must only in the parking areas.

WARNINGS AND EJECTIONS

Any spectator engaged in profane, rude or threatening speech, gestures or actions or the use of alcoholic beverages or drugs are subject to ejection by the umpires or a member of the Board of Directors. The game may be suspended until or terminated unless, the violator ceases his or her conduct or leaves following and ejection.