NFHS and NCCA Coaches Code of Ethics



NFHS and NCCA Coaches Code of Ethics

National Federation of State High School Associations Coaches Code of Ethics

The function of a coach is to educate students through participation in interscholastic competition. An interscholastic program should be designed to enhance academic achievement and should never interfere with opportunities for academic success. Each student should be treated with the utmost respect and his or her welfare should be considered in decisions by coach at all times. Accordingly, the following guidelines for coaches have been adopted by the NFHS Board of Directors.

• The coach shall be aware that he she has a tremendous influence, for either good or ill, on the education of the student and, thus, shall never place the value of winning above the value of instilling the highest ideals of character.

• The coach shall uphold the honor and dignity of the profession. In all personal contact with students, officials, athletic directors, school administrators, the state high school athletic association, the media, and the public, the coach shall strive to set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct.

• The coach shall take and active role in the prevention of drug, alcohol and tobacco use.

• The coach shall avoid use of alcohol and tobacco products when in contact with players.

• The coach shall promote the entire interscholastic program of the school and direct his of her program in harmony with the total school program.

• The coach shall master the contest rules and shall teach them to his or her team members. The coach shall not seek an advantage by circumvention of the spirit or letter of the rules.

• The coach shall exert his or her influence to enhance sportsmanship by spectators, both directly and by working closely with cheerleaders, pep club sponsors, booster clubs, and administrators.

• The coach shall respect and support contest officials. The coach shall not indulge in conduct which would incite players or spectators against the officials. Public criticism of officials or players is unethical.

• The coach should meet and exchange cordial greetings with the opposing coach to set the correct tone for the event before and after the contest.

• The coach shall not exert pressure on faculty members to give students special consideration.

• The coach shall not scout opponents by any means other than those adopted by the league and/or state high school athletic association.

North Carolina Coaches Association Code of Ethics/Coaches Responsibilities

When entering the coaching profession, a coach accepts certain obligations and responsibilities to the players, fellow coaches, and to the game each coach directs. If we are to keep the coaching profession on a high level, we must assume all the responsibilities in such a way that we will give our profession honor and dignity.

• The coach, in contact with each player, should by principle and example set a pattern of behavior for each student, for he/she influences those more does than any other person. Parents put their dearest possessions under the coach’s guidance and therefore coaches should be sure to see that athletes are better for having played under them.

• The coach should meet rival coaches before and after each game and exchange greetings.

• The coach should see that every injured athlete is given immediate medical attention.

• The coach should remember the first function is to educate a student through participation in athletics.

• Coaches should remember the position they hold in the school system and that they must support the administration in all policies, rules, and regulations. Where there are differences, they should be discussed behind closed doors.

• The coach should be sure that every participant fulfills all the rules and regulations for eligibility. Anyone who attempts to circumvent eligibility rules and to use ineligible players should be guilty of unethical conduct.

• The coach should inspire every student to achieve the highest academic success possible.

• The coach should give help to the athletic council.

• Every coach should have a good knowledge of all rules of the game that he/she is in charge. Coaches should never attempt to disregard any rules to their advantage.

• Coaches should stress good sportsmanship, and if they defend the use of unsportsmanlike tactics, they should be considered guilty of a break of coaching ethics.

• Every coach should advise players as to the proper conduct in meetings with the press/radio, and how to conduct him/herself in player interviews, both for the athlete’s protection and to avoid any embarrassment.

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