Miller Lacrosse Inc (M|11), US Lacrosse, and the CT Chapter of US Lacrosse abide by the US Lacrosse Youth Council Code of Conduct governing all coaches, players, officials and parents. The purpose of the code is to ensure that all of those people associated with lacrosse treat each other with dignity and respect.
The Code of Conduct is a condition of membership for all players, parents, coaches and officials. All members who join Miller Lacrosse Inc (M|11) agree to abide by the Code of Conduct and to be subject to the consequences of violating the code. Every Registration Form for Miller Lacrosse Inc (M|11) includes the Code of Conduct, either directly or by reference.
All enforcement decisions made by the officials of Miller Lacrosse Inc (M|11) or other tournament officials are final and not subject to review. No refunds will be granted to those players dismissed from the club for violating the Code of Conduct.
US Lacrosse Youth Council Code of Conduct Statement
I, as a player, coach, parent, spectator or official, pledge to conduct myself in a manner that complies with the US Lacrosse Youth Council "Code of Conduct" at all times. Accordingly, I pledge to:
1. "Honor the Game";
2. Demonstrate respect to other players, coaches, and parents; officials; and spectators;
3. Uphold the essential elements of the USL Youth Council "Code of Conduct", which are HONESTY and INTEGRITY;
4. Demonstrate and Encourage good sportsmanship and the concepts of fair play;
5. Focus on fun and participation;
6. Know and abide by the Rules of Lacrosse, the established guidelines, and all eligibility requirements;
7. Understand that the safety and welfare of all concerned is the top priority;
8. Support the drug, alcohol, and tobacco free environment that is important for all youth sporting events;
Further I pledge NOT to:
1. Ever use profanity at a youth event;
2. Criticize coaches, players, or game officials;
3. Touch an opposing player, coach, or game official in a threatening manner.
I agree to abide by and uphold the above stated "Code of Conduct" and understand that violating this Code either by commission or omission will be subject to penalties as stated in the in the "Code of Conduct" which has been provided to all chapters, coaches, and officials.
For the full version of the US Lacrosse Youth Council Code of Conduct, follow this hyperlink: http://www.uslacrosse.org/info/codefull.phtml
Name: __________________________________ Date: ____________________________
DRUG, ALCOHOL AND TABACCO POLICY
Miller Lacrosse Inc (M11) has a zero tolerance policy against the use of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco by spectators, coaches and players at any Miller Lacrosse (M|11) event. This includes, but is not limited to, use or possession on the fields, spectator areas, and parking lots. Individuals who violate this policy will be required to leave the venue and will be subject to further disciplinary action. Illegal activities will be reported to the police for appropriate action.
ZERO TOLERANCE BULLYING POLICY
Miller Lacrosse (M11) will not tolerate bullying of any kind towards children, parents, coaches, officials, or volunteers at any practice, game or other events associated with our program. If bullying does occur, we will be subject to disciplinary action, including expulsion from the Miller Lacrosse Inc (M|11) program. Bullying includes, but is not limited to, unwanted physical contact, verbal torments, racist taunts, and emotional torment. Any or serious activities will be reported to the police for appropriate action.