CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA WRESTLING ASSOCIATION (CPWA / OUR "LEAGUE")
CODE OF CONDUCT
We are looking forward to another exceptional year of youth wrestling. Every coach, wrestler, parent, and spectator are not only a representative of the Central Pennsylvania Wrestling Association (CPWA) and their respective Club, but of our community. Our actions are as important as our words, so please lead by example to show our children the true definition of “good sportsmanship.”
By completing this registration, you agree to comply with the CPWA Parent and Spectator Code of Conduct, and requiring that your wrestler complies with the Wrestlers Code of Conduct.
WRESTLERS CODE OF CONDUCT:
1. No wrestler is to physically or verbally abuse any coach, official, or fellow wrestler.
2. Wrestlers must listen to and follow the directions of all coaches and officials. Wrestlers are not to be disruptive during competitions.
3. At all times, wrestlers must conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner. For example, wrestlers should shake hands with their opponent and his or her coach following every match, win or lose.
4. Unsportsmanlike yelling or cheering if a wrestler is hurt is prohibited.
5. No vulgar or obscene gestures of any kind should ever be made by a wrestler.
6. No wrestler is to use abusive and/or profane language before anyone connected with a CPWA event.
7. Wrestlers must comply with these bylaws at all times, including the uniform requirements.
PARENTS AND SPECTATOR CODE OF CONDUCT:
1. No parent or spectator shall physically or verbally abuse another parent, spectator, coach, wrestler or referee. If a parent has a problem, concern or issue with a spectator, wrestler or another parent, the only proper venue for discussion is with a CPWA staff member in private at an appropriate time.
2. All parents are to conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner.
3. No unsportsmanlike yelling, such as: booing, teasing, or cheering if a wrestler is hurt or losing. No instructions to take specific advantage of any injury incurred by an opponent while wrestling.
4. No unsportsmanlike gestures of any kind will be allowed.
5. Except in an emergency, no parent is to interfere with duals or coaching at any time.
6. Parents are NOT permitted to coach their child (on the edge of the mat) at any official competition of the CPWA unless you are an approved member of the coaching staff. Parents should remain in designated spectator locations during official practices and events.
7. Parents and spectators must act in accordance with the rules of the host facility, and may not damage any property or equipment of the host Club.
Parents, Coaches, Clubs, as well as their athletes, will be held responsible for compliance with the Code of Conduct. Violation of the Code of Conduct will result in disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion from the CPWA. The CPWA shall also apply PIAA conduct and sportsmanship rules. A disqualification at a league event shall result in immediate suspension from the next event.
I/We have read, understand, and agree to comply with the waiver as outlined above.