Athletic Department

SPORTSMANSHIP

THE QUALITY OF RESPONSIBLE BEHAVIOR CHARACTERIZED BY A SPIRIT OF GENEROSITY AND A GENUINE CONCERN FOR OPPONENTS, OFFICIALS AND TEAMMATES

Students and spectators should:

- realize you represent the school as does a member of a team; therefore, you have an obligation to be a true sportsman, encouraging through this behavior the practice of good sportsmanship by others.

- recognize that good sportsmanship is more important than victory by approving and applauding good team play, individual skill and outstanding examples of sportsmanship and fair play exhibited by either team.

- remember that the primary purpose of interscholastic athletics is to promote the physical, mental, moral, social, and emotional well being of the players through the medium of contest.

- be modest in victory and gracious in defeat.

- respect the judgment and integrity of game officials.

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New Hanover County Schools' Sportsmanship Pledge

Coaches’ Pledge

As a coach, I acknowledge that I am a role model.  I know that the principles of good sportsmanship are integrity, fairness, and respect.  While teaching the skills of the game, I must also teach student athletes how to win and lose graciously and that sport is meant to be educational and fun.  I know the behavior expectations of my school, conference and the NCHSAA.  I hereby accept my responsibility to be a model of ethical behavior, integrity, and good citizenship.

 Student Athlete’s Parent Pledge 

As a parent, I acknowledge that I am a role model.  I will remember that school athletics is an extension of the classroom, offering learning experiences for the students.  I must show respect for all players, coaches, spectators and support groups.  I will participate in cheers that support, encourage, and uplift the teams involved.  I understand the spirit of fair play and the good sportsmanship expected by our school, our conference and the NCHSAA.  I hereby accept my responsibility to be a model of good sportsmanship that comes with being the parent of a student athlete.

 Student Athlete Pledge

 As a student athlete, I know I am a role model.  I understand the spirit of fair play while playing hard.  I will refrain from engaging in all types of disrespectful behavior, including inappropriate language, taunting, trash talking and unnecessary physical contact.  I know the behavior expectations of my school, my conference and the NCHSAA.  I hereby accept the responsibility and privilege of representing this school and community as a student athlete.