Definition
A parent is anyone who is the legal guardian of an athlete (any child or youth who participates in a sport). Children learn best through example and parents are their most influential role models. A parent should always demonstrate a fair play, supportive attitude with all participants including opposing players and parents, officials and other spectators.
Goal Statement
Any parent participating in, or watching, a Basketball Ontario sanctioned event will be expected to adhere to the following Guidelines for Behaviour.
Actions
Remember that children and youth participate in sport for their
enjoyment, not your own
Encourage children and youth to participate, do not force them.
Focus on their efforts and performance rather than winning or losing.
Encourage children and youth to always play according to the rules
and to settle disagreements without hostility or violence.
Never ridicule or yell at a child or youth for making a mistake or losing a competition.
Remember that children and youth learn best by example.
Appreciate good performances and skillful plays by all participants.
Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities.
Respect officials decisions and teach children and youth to do likewise.
Show appreciation for volunteer coaches, officials and administrators.
Without them, there would be no competition.
