! Never yells instructions, advice or coaching tips to your child during the game.

! Never denigrate another player on your team or on the opposing team—even in conversation in the stands.

! Never question a coach’s strategies, decisions, or overall skills in public; if you have a beef with the coach, make an appointment to see him or her in private.

! Never use sarcasm in a "cheer".

! Never verbally abuse an umpire or referee.

! Never use whining, disparaging questions in your conversations with other parents.

! ALWAYS be willing to cheer for a good play, no matter which team makes it.

! ALWAYS help others appreciate the skills and efforts of all athletes involved in the competition.

! ALWAYS accept a win with humility.

! ALWAYS accept a defeat with good-natured sportsmanship.

! ALWAYS be ready to give credit to adult volunteers; they give so much of their time and energy.

! ALWAYS remain quiet when in doubt as to the helpfulness of a contemplated comment or cheer.

! ALWAYS show interest in other parents and their children as persons and families.

The BIBLE counsels parents, ‘Do not exasperate your children". (Ephesians 6:4).