Our mission is to teach, and develop our youth players through our Intercity & house league programs. To give the youth in our area the opportunity to learn the fundamental skills of basketball while instilling life-lessons and values such as character, team work, discipline, respect and sportsmanship.
Coaches Code:
Ensure that training or competition site is safe at all times.
Be prepared to act quickly and appropriately in case of emergency.
Avoid placing athletes in situations presenting unnecessary risk or that are beyond their level.
Strive to preserve the present and future health and well-being of athletes.
Make wise use of the authority of the position and make decisions in the interest of athletes.
Foster self-esteem among athletes.
Avoid deriving personal advantage for a situation or decision.
Know one’s limitations in terms of knowledge and skills when making decisions, giving instructions or taking action.
Honour commitments, word given, and agreed objectives.
Maintain confidentiality and privacy of personal information and use it appropriately.
Avoid situations that may affect objectivity or impartiality of coaching duties.
Abstain from all behaviours considered to be harassment or inappropriate relations with an athlete.
Always ensure decisions are taken equitably.
Ensure that everyone is treated equally, regardless of age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, language, creed, religion, athletic potential, disability, family status, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, sex, and sexual orientation.
Preserve the dignity of each person in interacting with others.
Respect the principles, rules, and policies in force.
Strictly observe and ensure observance of all regulations.
Aim to compete fairly.
Maintain dignity in all circumstances and exercise self-control.
Respect officials and accept their decisions without questioning their integrity.
Player’s Code:
When attending practices and games, I will be responsible for my behavior and will use proper language.
I will not damage or steal equipment belonging to the Association or other players.
I will remember that an honest effort is as valuable as a win.
I will encourage good sportsmanship by bringing positive support for all players, coaches, and officials at every game or practice.
I will support all coaches and officials decisions.
I will remember that basketball is a game and that participation in youth sports is a privilege, not a right.
I will treat other players, coaches, officials and fans with respect.
I will not make or tolerate insulting comments to players, coaches, officials or parents of either team.
I will support all my teammates.
I will use social media and communication tools in an ethical and respectful matter towards all involved.
In order to maximize my experience, I promise to adopt attitudes and actions that align with good sportsmanship.
Parent’s Code:
I will be responsible for my behavior and use proper language when attending games and practices.
I will ensure my child upholds the Player’s Code of Conduct.
I will teach my child that an honest effort is as valuable as a win.
I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, and official at every game or practice.
I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of a personal desire to win.
I will remain in the spectator area during games/practices.
I will support coaches and officials working with my child, in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
I will remember that the game is for our youth, not adults and that participation in youth sports is a privilege, not a right.
I will ask my child to treat other players, coaches, and fans with respect.
I will not make or tolerate insulting comments to officials, players, coaches or fans of either team.
I promise to help my child enjoy the youth sports experience by doing whatever I can, such as being a respectable fan, assisting with coaching, or providing transportation.
I will use social media and communication tools in an ethical and respectful matter towards all involved.