All Persons associated with CYO - spectators, players, coaches, coordinators and officials -  must conduct themselves in a positive manner that exemplifies Christian values which we are fostering in our young people.  These values include mutual respect and consideration of others.
 
The Official will read the CYO No Tolerance Policy prior to every game.  In the event that an official does not read the Policy, Coaches are required to request that it be read. If the Official refuses, this must be reported to the CYO office within 24 hours. 
 
Bullying in any form (emails, social media, speech, gossip, etc.) is prohibited in CYO and will result in disciplinary action, including expulsion from the program.
 
 

CYO NO TOLERANCE POLICY

 
All attendees of CYO activities must show good sportsmanship as they participate and observe.
Verbal or Physical intolerance of others will not be tolerated and are grounds for removal from the venue and subjected to Disciplinary Review & Action.  You represent your parish and community and must do so with dignity and pride during contests both home and away. Consider this your warning.  We thank you for your cooperation and look forward to a positive and rewarding experience for all.
 

THE CYO DISCIPLINE COMMITTEE WILL ENFORCE
THE NO TOLERANCE POLICY

 
CYO Coaches, Coordinators & Moderators:
 

• Be a positive example both on and off the playing area.
• Exhibit respect by personal attitude and behavior.
• Use of crude or abusive language toward players, opponents, officials or spectators is prohibited.
• Demonstrate respect for the judgement of the officials.  Behavior that will incite players, opponents or spectators will not be tolerated.
• Instruct players to respect officials. 
• Encourage good sportsmanship and remove players from competition who demonstrate unacceptable behavior.

• Demonstrate self-control and mutual respect at all times.
• The use of crude or abusive language or gestures is prohibited.
• Accept victory with grace and defeat with dignity.

• Respect officials, coaches and players and extend all courtesies to them.
• Be quiet when players need total concentration such as free throw in basketball.
• Obey the rules of the facility and grounds. 
• Understand that the individual programs are responsible for the conduct of their spectators whether home or away.
• Confronting or verbally abusing officials, coaches or players will result in disciplinary action by the CYO Discipline Committee. 
• Spectators are not permitted on the court, field, track or pool deck during an event.

 
 
The above referenced list is not all inclusive of what CYO deems to be unacceptable behavior and CYO reserves the right to take disciplinary action in such circumstances.

Rev. 2/2020