Code of Conduct
Maintaining the Tribe Vibe
A Code of Conduct for Coaches, Players, & Parents
The Code
As Members of the Truckee Tribe, we will conduct ourselves in a manner that both earns and displays respect for all aspects of our sport:
The history of lacrosse
Lacrosse in its present form
Those who have played the game before us
Those who will play the game after us
Our competitors
Our teammates
Our spectators
Our sponsors
Our families
Our coaches
Our officials
Our league
Our town
Ourselves
Our Commitment to the Code:
We acknowledge and accept the specific responsibilities and actions that will demonstrate that respect.
As Coaches we commit to the following:
Share our passion for the sport of lacrosse and team sports in general
Provide a safe, structured, positive learning environment
Begin and end practices on time
Arrive to practices and games prepared and with a plan
Organize players for games and coach for success
Reward sincere effort with positive reinforcement
Promote physical fitness, mental acuity, and emotional tenacity
Underscore the importance of schoolwork
Serve as a positive role model
Accept that players are all different and respect their strengths and limitations
When detected, never allow bullying to continue
Ensure that both sidelines of the field are under control
Demonstrate true hospitality to opposing teams
As Players we commit to the following:
Upon arrival for practice, get prepared promptly and listen for a coach’s instruction
Be sure to bring all required equipment to practices and games, as well as water and possibly a snack
Endeavor to arrive rested, nourished, hydrated, and ready to exert yourself
Enter the practice or playing field only when properly equipped
Stay focused, attentive, and cooperative during practice
Absolutely no “smack talk”, cheap hits, ball hogging, or bullying
Run and jog during drills, do NOT walk
Find time to practice on your own between team practices
Treat opposing teams and game officials with respect
Show appreciation for all spectators who have come to watch you compete
Treat both team and personal lacrosse equipment with care and respect
Remember that you represent The Tribe both on and off the field
Acquire and demonstrate a knowledge of lacrosse
Strict adherence to the Truckee Tribe Drug, Alcohol, Tobacco and Vaping Policy
As Parents we commit to the following:
Ensure our players are at practice in time to get prepared and start promptly at the designated time
Pick-up players promptly at the end of practice
Ensure players arrive a full 1/2-hour prior to the designated game start time
Ensure players arrive with all equipment required to practice and/or play
Ensure that players arrive to both practices and games rested, hydrated, and fed
Ensure players have water and, if appropriate, nutritious snacks for games and practices
Encourage players to maintain a positive attitude
Encourage players to practice individually between team practices
Emphasize the mastery of skills over team victories or individual accolades
Facilitate players watching college and/or professional lacrosse games in-person, on TV, or online
Acquire a baseline understanding of lacrosse in order to share your player’s enthusiasm
Ensure equipment and uniforms are returned promptly and in good condition at the end of the season
Avoid “coaching” or shouting negative comments from the sidelines
Avoid forcing an unwilling player to participate
Encourage positive interaction with spectators from the opposing team
Applaud good play and acts of sportsmanship by both teams during a game