I will remember that my child plays for his or her enjoyment, not mine.

I will teach my child that doing one’s best is more important than winning, so that my child will never feel defeated by the outcome of a game or event.

I will never ridicule or yell at my child for making a mistake or losing a competition. I will provide positive comments that motivate and encourage continued effort.

I will make my child feel like a winner every time by offering praise for competing fairly and trying hard.

I will remember that children learn best by example. I will applaud good play/performances by both my child’s team and their opponents.

I will show respect for my team’s opponents, because without them there would be no game or competition.

I will respect the officials’ decisions or judgement and will encourage participants to do the same.

I will respect the coaches, who give their time to provide sport activities for my child, and show appreciation for their efforts.

I will not use bad language, nor will I harass or abuse, verbally or physically, athletes, coaches, officials or other spectators.

I will not have unrealistic expectations.

I will remember that child athletes are not miniature professionals and cannot be judged by professional standards.

WMVA: Bill of Rights for Coaches of Young Athletes

The right to expect young athletes to attend and play hard during all practices and games.

The right to have young athletes follow the rules of the team and the league.

The right to organize appropriate practices, without disruption from young athletes or their parents.

The right to make coaching mistakes and to learn from them.

The right to expect good sportsmanship from young athletes and their parents.

The right to be treated with dignity by young athletes and their parents.

Welcome to the world of youth volleyball....