In concert with the HSLL Mission Statement and Code of Conduct, the following principles form a model against which all actions, behavior and decisions shall be judged. These principles describe the expectations for all participants and member Programs in the HSLL which include, but are not limited to, players, coaches, team management, officials, parents, family members and spectators.
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We exist to develop young athletes and the sport of lacrosse in Northern Nevada, Lake Tahoe, the High Sierra and surrounding regions in a way which is congruent with our core values of Toughness, Character, and Community.
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We understand that youth sports in general and lacrosse in particular provide a vehicle by which youth are developed into leaders and role models in our communities. We will view all decisions through this prism.
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Coaches are expected to adhere and commit to not only the letter of the rules, regulations, and guidelines governing High Sierra Lacrosse, but most importantly their intent.
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Coaches are expected to refuse to teach or encourage players to bend, break or beat the rules or to take unfair advantage of an opponent.
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All participants are expected to:
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Commit to a culture of supporting our opponents "on the field" through fair play and "off the field" through cooperation and mutual assistance.
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Maintain respect for officials and leaders/managers in our organizations and communities who have authority over our sporting activities.
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Support teammates and associates by fostering organizational goals in a positive, proactive and cooperative manner.
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Maintain high standards of personal integrity, conduct and interpersonal interaction.
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We follow a model that focuses on developing individual and group excellence, which ultimately leads to winning teams; however, we subordinate this goal to sportsmanship, fair play, and the recognition that sports are an integral part of preparing our youth for their future role in our communities and society as a whole.
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We follow the PCA (Positive Coaching Alliance) "Positive Coach Mental Model" and consider it a fundamental expectation for all coaches.
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We actively engage parents and spectators in our Guiding Principles and expectations.
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We actively engage our officials in our Guiding Principles and the development of our youth.
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We understand that coaches, officials, and leaders in the lacrosse community are role models and should be held to a high standard of personal integrity and ethical behavior on and off the field and in our communities.
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We value scholastic achievement, sportsmanship and individual life skill development for our youth above winning lacrosse games, and we recognize that good grades are just as important as athletic ability when it comes to college and career success.
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The physical and emotional safety of our players and members is important above all other considerations; dangerous or demeaning behavior is unacceptable on or off the field.
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We win with class and character and we lose with honor and dignity. Through this higher standard we become winners regardless of the score of a particular contest.