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Coaches Code of Conduct |
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Special Olympics is committed to the highest
ideals of sport and expects all coaches to honor sport and Special
Olympics. All Special Olympics coaches agree to observe the
following code:
Respect for Others
 | I will respect the rights, dignity and worth of
athletes, coaches, other volunteers, friends and spectators in
Special Olympics. |
| I will treat everyone equally regardless of
sex, ethnic origin, religion or ability. |
| I will be a positive role model for the
athletes I coach. |
Ensure a Positive Experience
| I will ensure that for each athlete I coach,
the time spent with Special Olympics is a positive experience.
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| I will respect the talent, developmental stage
and goals of each athlete. |
| I will ensure each athlete competes in events
that challenge that athlete’s potential and are appropriate to
that athlete’s ability. |
| I will be fair, considerate and honest with
athletes and communicate with athletes using simple, clear
language. |
| I will ensure that accurate scores are provided
for entry of an athlete into any event. |
| I will instruct each athlete to perform to the
best of the athlete’s ability at all preliminary competition and
finals competition in accordance with the Official Special
Olympics Sports Rules. |
Act Professionally and Take Responsibility
for My Actions
| My language, manner, punctuality, preparation
and presentation will demonstrate high standards. |
| I will display control, respect, dignity and
professionalism to all involved in the sport (athletes, coaches,
opponents, officials, administrators, parents, spectators, media,
etc.). |
| I will encourage athletes to demonstrate the
same qualities. |
| I will not drink alcohol, smoke or take illegal
drugs while representing Special Olympics at training sessions or
during competition. |
| I will refrain from any form of personal abuse
towards athletes and others, including verbal, physical and
emotional abuse. |
| I will be alert to any form of abuse from other
sources directed toward athletes in my care. |
Quality Service to the Athletes
| I will seek continual improvement through
performance evaluation and ongoing coach education. |
| I will be knowledgeable about the Sports Rules
and skills of the sport(s) I coach. |
| I will provide a planned training program.
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| I will keep copies of the medical, training and
competition records for each athlete I coach. |
| I will follow the Special
Olympics, International Federation and National
Federation/Governing Body rules for my sport(s). |
Health and Safety of Athletes
| I will ensure that the equipment and facilities
are safe to use. |
| I will ensure that the equipment, rules,
training and environment are appropriate for the age and ability
of the athletes. |
| I will review each athlete’s medical form and
be aware of any limitations on that athlete’s participation noted
on that form. |
| I will encourage athletes to seek medical
advice when required. |
| I will maintain the same interest and support
toward sick and injured athletes. |
| I will allow further participation in training
and competition only when appropriate. |
I understand that if I violate this Code of
Conduct I will be subject to a range of consequences, up to and
including being prohibited from coaching in Special Olympics.
Last Updated:
02/18/2007 06:35:49 PM
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