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Players Code of Conduct

Player Code

I pledge to accept responsibility for my GGFYF experience by following this Player’s code of Conduct.

  1. I will exhibit sportsmanship and fair play at every practice, and game competition.  I will also encourage this behavior from other teammates, coaches, officials, parents and supporters.
  2. I will make every reasonable effort to attend all practices and games, and I will notify my coach if I cannot attend a practice or game competition.
  3. I understand that playing time is determined by my attendance, attitude, and performance at practices.
  4. I will treat other players, coaches, officials and fans with respect regardless of race, sex, or ability, and I will expect to be treated accordingly.
  5. I will encourage my parents to be involved with my team in some capacity because it is important to me.
  6. I understand that I am representing the Greater Grand Forks Youth Football Association.  Poor behavior during practices, games may result in lost of playing time and expulsion from the team.
  7. I will not engage in physical or verbal confrontations with players, coaches, officials or fans before, during or after practices and game competition.
  8. I will refrain from use of foul or offensive language.
  9. I will come to practices and game competition ready to listen, watch and learn from my coaches.
  10. I will understand the rules of the game and play within them.
  11. I will be gracious in victory and dignified in defeat.