Colorado Coaches Code of Ethics “The Colorado High School Coaches Association has existed for over 70 years to provide clinics , service, and benefits for coaches. The expectation was that coaches would be role models for young people in their behavior and attitude. As society has evolved and our organization tries to remain current, the need to specify the proper behavior and conduct for coaches has become a necessity;  it can no longer be an unwritten code. This code of ethics is established to give fundamental standards for coaches to live by.” -Associate Director Dick Katte “Coaches play such a vital role in educationally-based athletic programs, and the more that we can do as an association to give them tools to become better at their craft, the better. It has been a useful and inspirational process to look closely at the role of coaches. Now, we strongly encourage the high school athletic departments to continue the process by taking the time to utilize this resource as they are training and working with coaches.” Associate Director Becky Mudd FALL 2018 From the Board News and Announcements from the CHSCA BOARD NOW IN IT’S SECOND YEAR, WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE ALL COACHES TO SPEND TIME LEARNING AND GROWING IN THEIR KNOWLEDGE OF THE COLORADO COACHES CODE OF ETHICS COLORADO COACHES CODE OF ETHICS- 1. PROFESSIONALISM A COACH will uphold the honor and dignity of the profession. In all personal contact with students, officials, athletic directors, school administrators, the state high school athletic association, the media, parents, and the public, the coach will strive to set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct. 2. INFLUENCE A COACH will be aware that he or she has a tremendous influence on the education of the student and, thus, shall place the highest value on instilling the ideals of character. The coach will realize that he or she is a role model, both in the school, the community and on social media accounts, and his or her actions must live up to their words. 3. LIFE LESSONS A COACH will know that the lessons of the game are more important than the outcome of the game, and the coach will demonstrate an understanding of the athletes’ growth and development in life beyond the game. 4. PRIORITIES A COACH will remember that the game is for the young people, and will place the athletes’ needs and interests before his or her own. 5. SPORTSMANSHIP A COACH will personally demonstrate sportsmanship, and exert his or her influence to enhance sportsmanship by all team members and spectators. 6. RULES A COACH will master the contest rules and shall teach them to his or her team members. The coach shall honor both the spirit and letter of the rules. 7. SAFETY A COACH will ensure a safe environment and safe equipment, and practice safe training techniques based on current practices. 8. OFFICIALS A COACH will respect and work with officials, understanding their importance and the role that they play in the event. 9. TRAINING RULES A COACH will take an active role in promoting a positive lifestyle and in the prevention of alcohol, tobacco and drug usage by team members. 10. SOCIAL MEDIA A COACH will use team social media for only positive communication, team promotion, and team building, and encourage team members to use social media responsibly. 11. PARTNERS A COACH will work with the athletic director to be knowledgeable about and follow school district policies and procedures, and CHSAA rules and bylaws. 12. CONTINUED DEVELOPMENT A COACH will continue his or her own professional development through coaching clinics, and other learning tools. The coach will continually seek a mastery of coaching principles and techniques, and show interest in continual growth. (adapted from NFHS, NHSACA, and CHSCA) www.colohsca.org