PARTICIPANT CODE OF CONDUCT
While participating in an NFL FLAG Tournament, I agree to abide by the Code of Conduct as a coach, player, parent, or spectator as defined below. THIS APPLIES TO ALL COACHES, ATHLETES, PARENTS AND SPECTATORS.
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Follow all rules as indicated in the NFL FLAG Tournament Rulebook
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Coaches are responsible for the behavior of athletes and parents – if parents/spectators are behaving poorly, the team itself risks being penalized
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Crowd support is encouraged. However, inappropriate, rude, or confrontational behavior by spectators may lead to disqualification of your team from the tournament and future events
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Respect the calls of the referees. Coach’s challenges are permitted when applied as cited in our NFL FLAG Tournament Rules.
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Once any dispute or challenge has been settled and play resumes, the situation will not be revisited. If a dispute occurs on the last play of the game, this includes the Official score, this must be settled prior to leaving the field.
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Refrain from harassing, bullying or engaging in negative behavior towards other athletes, coaches, spectators and/or staff
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Honor the game by displaying sportsmanship and respecting the rules and officials, staff, teammates, and opponents
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Resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence. Fighting will NOT be tolerated.
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Refrain from the use of profanity
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No possession of alcohol, drugs or weapons of any kind
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If there are any concerns or issues that arise, please communicate respectfully and calmly with the tournament director of the event
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Inform staff of any injury or ailment that may affect the safety of the athlete, and refrain from allowing an injured/ill athlete to participant in the event
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Use social media responsibly and reflect good sportsmanship. Never use it for negative commentary regarding staff, players and/or coaches or to harass/bully others.
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The Event Staff and Officials reserve the right to interrupt any game which is not operating within the realm of good sportsmanship and fair play.