PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT 
https://www.littleleague.org/s/code+of+conduct

Player's responsibilities are simple; be respectful of others, be responsible, play fair, and always do your best, and always exhibit good sportsmanship.

As an Arcadia Little League participant I hereby pledge that I will:  

·         Practice good sportsmanship with fellow players, coaches, officials, and parents at all times, to win without boasting, lose without excuse and never quit.

·         Conduct myself with honor and dignity and treat fellow players, opponents, fans and umpires with respect.

·         Be a team player and support my teammates.

·         Be on time and attend every practice and game that I can, and will notify my coaches if I cannot.

·         Work hard to improve my skills.

·         Obey the rules of Little League and never throw a bat, equipment or gear in anger.

·         Listen and learn from my coaches and communicate positively with my coach and teammates.

·         Encourage my parents to be involved with my team in some capacity.

·         Congratulate the other team after each game as a demonstration of sportsmanship.

·         Refrain from using violence, unfriendly language, or insults to others.

·         Obey the rules of the game and always work for the good of the team.

·         Accept the decisions of the officials with grace and never challenge or question calls.  Refrain from challenging or questioning on-field calls by officials and/or managers and coaches.

I also agree that if I fail to abide by the aforementioned rules and guidelines, I will be subject to disciplinary action levied by the ARLL Board of Directors or Code of Conduct Committee that could include but is not limited to the following:  

·         Verbal warning

·         Written warning

·         Player suspension for games

·         Player suspension for season including postseason (All Stars)

·         Player being expelled from the league

The Arcadia Little League Board of Directors retains the sole authority to determine what, if any, disciplinary action is appropriate for any conduct infraction.

PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT
https://www.littleleague.org/s/code+of+conduct

We, the Arcadia Little League Board of Directors, have implemented the following Parent Code of Conduct for the important message that it holds about the proper role of parents in supporting the youth of our community and their child in sports.

The essential elements of character building and ethics in sports are the foundations of sportsmanship and are demonstrated by the core principles of respect, responsibility, fairness, and good citizenship.

As an Arcadia Little League Parent, I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care, and encouragement for each child participating in ARLL by adhering to the following code of conduct:

·         I will let the coaches coach, the umpires ump and player’s play.

·         I will promote good sportsmanship by respecting opposing fans, coaches, participants and umpires at all times.

·         I will respect the schedules of the coaches and teammates by having my ballplayer arrive on time for practices and games and will notify my coach if my ballplayer will arrive late or not able to attend.

·         I will remember that children participate to have fun, and that the game is for youth, not adults.

·         I will not engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct with any official, coach, player or parent such as booing and taunting, refusing to shake hands, or using profane language.

·         I will teach my child that doing one's best is more important than winning.

·         I will respect the officials and their authority during games.

·         I will not confront coaches or managers at any time during games.

·         I will refrain from coaching my child or other players during games.

·         Alcoholic beverages and tobacco products including but not limited to vaping devices are prohibited on any field campus.

I also agree that if I fail to abide by the aforementioned rules and guidelines, I will be subject to disciplinary action levied by the ARLL Board of Directors or Code of Conduct Committee that could include, but is not limited to the following:

·         Verbal Warning

·         Written Warning

·         Parental suspension for games

·         Parental season suspension

·         Parental removal from all league activities

The Arcadia Little League Board of Directors retains the sole authority to determine what, if any, disciplinary action is appropriate for any conduct infraction.

Prevent Bullying and Promote Emotional Wellness

Little League has zero tolerance for the following type of behaviors:

• Physical Bullying
• Verbal Bullying
• Emotional Bullying
• Social and Cyber Bullying
• Harassment
• Hazing

Any individual that engages in any of the above behaviors or commits violence and/or acts of intimidation should be prohibited from participating in Little League. This includes player-to-player, player-to-adult, adult-to-player, and adult-to-adult interactions.

If a situation occurs at an Arcadia Little League event, including practices, games, and other approved events, both parties should be removed from the situation until the issue is resolved.

I also agree that if I fail to abide by the aforementioned rules and guidelines, I will be subject to disciplinary action levied by the ARLL Board of Directors or Code of Conduct Committee that could include but is not limited to the following:  

·         Verbal warning

·         Written warning

·         Player suspension for games

·         Player suspension for season including postseason (All Stars)

·         Player being expelled from the league

The Arcadia Little League Board of Directors retains the sole authority to determine what, if any, disciplinary action is appropriate for any conduct infraction.

MANAGER CODE OF CONDUCT
https://www.littleleague.org/s/code+of+conduct

Youth sports programs play an important role in promoting the physical, social, and emotional development of children.  As managers and coaches in Arcadia Little League you should be models of good sportsmanship and behavior for your child and all children in the community including participants and spectators alike.

The Arcadia Little League Board of Directors ask that you pledge to be responsible for your words and actions while coaching, officiating, and participating in Arcadia Little League events, and that you conform your behavior to the following Code of Conduct:

·         Place the emotional and physical wellbeing of players ahead of personal desire to win.

·         Treat each player as an individual, remembering the large range of emotional and physical development for the same age group.

·         Do your best to provide a safe playing environment for all players.

·         Do your best to organize practices that are fun and challenging for all players.

·         Lead by example in demonstrating fair play and sportsmanship to all players.

·         Teach the rules of the game to all players, officials, and parents.

·         Remember that you are a youth sports coach and that the game is for children and not adults.

·         Do not abuse other coaches, umpires, parents, or players.

·         Promote fun, fairness, and sportsmanship over winning.

·         Do not engage in the use of profanity or other offensive language.

·         Encourage all team members to treat all players, teammates, coaches, officials, and parents with respect.

·         Emphasize and foster a team atmosphere and not individual achievements.

·         Be responsible for league policies.

·         Return all equipment and player evaluations per league policies.

I also agree that if I fail to abide by the aforementioned rules and guidelines, I will be subjected to disciplinary action levied by the Arcadia Little League Board of Directors or Code of Conduct Committee that could include, but is not limited to the following:

·         Verbal warning

·         Written warning

·         Manager/coaches suspension for games

·         Manager/coaches season suspension

·         Manager/coach removal from all league activities

The Arcadia Little League Board of Directors retains the sole authority to determine what, if any, disciplinary action is appropriate for any conduct infraction.