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Lawrence Township Junior Baseball & Softball Association

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Unified Code of Conduct

The Lawrence Township Junior Baseball Softball Association Unified Code of Conduct establishes a foundation for the behavior we expect from players, parents, coaches, spectators, and guests associated with our organization. Participation or attendance at LTJBSA organized events is a privilege and not a right. This privilege is predicated upon acting in accord with this Code.

🤝 Positive Role Models

All players, parents, coaches, spectators, and guests must act as a positive role model while involved in an LTJBSA event:

Demonstrate supportive, respectful and compassionate behaviors throughout the duration of the program/event.
Learn, respect, and follow the rules of the game. Instruct players to motivate them to compete according to the rules at all times.
Teach players that doing one’s best and achieving personal goals far outweighs winning.
Give all players the opportunity to improve their skills, gain confidence and develop self esteem.
Show respect for the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
Show respect for the facilities and equipment provided.

🛡️ Safety & Well-being

All players, parents, coaches, spectators, and guests must ensure the safety and physical well-being of all involved:

Adhere to all safety rules, including wearing batting helmets, pitch count rules, and weather safety protocols.
Act in the best interest of health and longevity regardless of the situation.
Take active responsibility for your safety. Be alert to prevent accidents and other avoidable situations.
Respect dugouts and the playing field as private areas for players, coaches and umpires only.
Refrain from sexual harassment or conduct that creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment.
Refrain from any behavior that utilizes an adult’s position to encourage sexual relations with a minor.
Refrain from the consumption and/or possession of alcohol, tobacco, e-cigarettes and/or any other illicit substances immediately before, during, or after an event.
Ensure no player is left unattended during a game or practice.

🏅 Sportsmanship & Conduct

All players, parents, coaches, spectators, and guests must exhibit positive sportsmanship and appropriate conduct during gameplay:

Create an atmosphere where all fellow players, parents, coaches, and spectators can be comfortable.
Treat all present on the field with respect, win or lose. Shake hands with the opposing team at the conclusion of the game.
Promote cooperation amongst teammates, opponents, and officials.
Respect the volunteer coach’s authority and support their decisions. Disagreements must be discussed privately and not in front of players.

Respect the umpires and trust their integrity. Refrain from questioning decisions in a disrespectful or abusive manner.
Engage in respectful conduct which excludes profanity, taunting, offensive remarks, trash talking, and boastful celebrations.
Refrain from engaging, endorsing, or condoning violence or aggression. Physical or verbal altercations will result in immediate ejection and a ban from future events.

⚖️ Disciplinary Authority

The Lawrence Township Junior Baseball Softball Association Board of Trustees retains the sole authority to determine what, if any, disciplinary action is appropriate for any conduct infraction.

This Code is enforced in accordance with the following Lawrence Township ordinances: