Players Code of Conduct

By being a part of the Geneva Softball Association, high expectations will be placed on you. The coaching staff will hold every athlete to a high standard and will expect all team members to conduct themselves in a responsible manner. Behavior that is deemed disruptive and detrimental to the team can bring consequences ranging from diminished playing time to dismissal from the team. The following items are in place to make you a better person and promote the image of our softball program.

a) Always be on time for all softball related activities. Please be courteous enough to call if you cannot attend or will be late.

b) Practice at “Game Pace.” You are expected to treat practice just like a game. Practice is the time to learn and improve. We will not coach poor attitudes, we can't coach effort, and effort comes from the player.

c) Always support your teammates on and off the field.

d) Be Coachable. Listen to your coaches’ instructions. Ask questions if you are not sure. Be willing to try new positions, new techniques. Be willing to do whatever your team needs you to do.

e) Accept your role on the team. If you do not like it, work harder to change it. Playing time is earned in practice and on the field.

f) Do not transfer blame or make excuses. It is not acceptable. Learn from your mistakes and get better.

g)Do not question the Coaches during a game, ever. We will meet 1-on-1, in a productive manner to clear up any misunderstandings. Coaches do make mistakes.

h) Disrespect for coaches, parents, teammates, and umpires will not be tolerated.

i) Always lead by example on and off the field.

j) Be a good example and set the standard high for future GSA Players to follow.

k) Injuries will be taken seriously. It is important that players and parents have open and honest communications with coaches regarding injuries. Playing with soreness and slight pain is part of sports; however, playing injured is not. Health of the player is paramount. If you are injured, you are required to visit your doctor. A doctor’s note will be required, and the doctor’s orders will be followed by the coach. Injured players are still required to attend practices and games.