NYL requires good sportsmanship, fair play, and respectful behavior from all participants and spectators.  Our Code of Conduct is outlined below for all involved and mirrors that of MYL and USA Lacrosse. There is a zero-tolerance policy towards verbal abuse from any player, parent, or coach.  Failure to adhere to the Code of Conduct may result in the Board of Directors taking action including suspension or removal from the program. 

NYL holds each head coach responsible for the conduct of himself, his players, and respective spectators.  All players, parents, and coaches will refrain at all times from abusive and unsportsmanlike disruptions.  Unsportsmanlike conduct or disrespect towards the referees will not be tolerated by the MYL and could result in team penalties or town program expulsion from the MYL.

Players Code:

• Play by the rules, play hard, and have fun.
• Never argue with or complain about the referee's decisions or calls.
• Never taunt or instigate an opponent.
• Commit to attending all practices and games where possible and understand that fair playing time is earned by this commitment. 
• Focus on playing good lacrosse and impacting the outcome of the game with your best effort.
• Always picks a teammate up and never puts them down.
• Demonstrate good sportsmanship by cheering good play; your team's or your opponent's.
• Cooperate with your coaches, teammates, opponents, and referees.

• Support all efforts to remove verbal abuse and inappropriate or non-respectful behavior towards players and officials.
• Help your child work toward skill improvement and good sportsmanship by setting a good example.
• Remember that the children are playing for their enjoyment and development, not yours.
• Do not criticize your child for making a mistake or losing a game.
• Commit to having their child participate in as many practices and games as possible.  Fair playing time is earned, not guaranteed. 
• Applaud or recognize good play by your team and the opposing team.
• Never verbally abuse or publicly criticize the referees and their judgment.
• Recognize the value and importance of volunteer coaches, referees, and program officials and give them their due respect. Without them, there is no program.

Coaches Code:

• Ensure that your players' experience is fun and enjoyable, winning is only part of it. Players should never be yelled at or ridiculed for making mistakes.
• Will have reasonable demands and expectations on the young player's time, energy, and performance on the field.
• Impress your players that they must abide by the rules of the game at all times.
• Develop team respect for the ability of opponents, and for the judgment of referees and opposing coaches.
• Support fair playing time for everyone and extend positive coaching philosophies. 
• Set a good example and be generous with your praise when deserved.
• Keep informed about sound principles of coaching, growth, and development principles relating to children.
• Enlist the support of your team's parents in your efforts to develop these attitudes and values in the players.

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