Close www.blackburn.edu Close
Print Page

Sportslike Conduct

Sportslike Conduct is defined as:

  • playing fair
  • following the rules of the game
  • respecting the judgment of referees and officials
  • treating opponents with respect

Some people define good sportslike conduct as the "golden rule" of sports - in other words, treating the people you play with and against as you'd like to be treated yourself. You demonstrate good sportslike conduct when you show respect for yourself, your teammates, and your opponents, for the coaches on both sides, and for the referees, judges, and other officials.

But sportslike conduct isn't just reserved for the people on the field. Cheerleaders, fans, and parents also need to be aware of how they behave during competition. Sportslike conduct is a style and an attitude, and it can have a positive influence on everyone around you.
We encourage fans to enthusiastically support their team, recognize the outstanding performance of opponents, and always exhibit good sportslike conduct in their words and actions.

BLACKBURN COLLEGE WHOLEHEARTEDLY EMBRACES THE NCAA POSITION THAT IN ORDER FOR GOOD SPORTSLIKE CONDUCT TO PREVAIL, COACHES, STUDENT-ATHLETES, AND FANS MUST DISPLAY RESPECT, FAIRNESS, CIVILITY, HONESTY, AND RESPONSIBILITY BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER ALL ATHLETIC CONTESTS.

Code of Conduct for Spectators

  • Spectators are an important part of the games and are encouraged to conform to accepted standards of good sportslike conduct.
  • Spectators should at all times respect officials, visiting coaches, players and cheerleaders as guests in the community and extend all courtesies to them.
  • Enthusiastic cheering for one's own team is encouraged.
  • Throwing of debris, confetti or other objects from the stands is prohibited.
  • Spectators should encourage each other to observe courteous behavior. Improper behavior should be reported to school authorities.
  • Spectators will respect and obey all school officials and supervisors at athletic contests.

PROFANITY, RACIAL, ETHNIC OR SEXIST COMMENTS OR OTHER INTIMIDATING ACTIONS OR COMMENTS DIRECTED AT OFFICIALS, STUDENT-ATHLETES, COACHES OR TEAM REPRESENTATIVES WILL NOT BE TOLERATED AND ARE GROUNDS FOR REMOVAL FROM THE SITE OF THE COMPETITION.