PARENTS CODE OF CONDUCT:

1. No parent or fan is to physically or verbally abuse another parent, fan, coach, wrestler or referee. If a parent has a problem, concern or issue with a fan, wrestler or another parent, the only proper venue for discussion is with a Division Director in private at an appropriate time.
2. All parents are to conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner:
   a. No unsportsmanlike yelling, such as: booing, teasing, or cheering if a wrestler is hurt or losing. No instructions to take specific advantage of any injury incurred
   by an opponent while wrestling.
   b. No unsportsmanlike gestures of any kind will be allowed.
3. Parents should foster enthusiasm in the sport of wrestling, especially when a wrestler is struggling.
4. Please see that you are prompt in picking up your child after practice. The coaches will try to finish practice as close to the designated time as possible.
5. Please remember that this program is for our youth, but in no way is it to be used as an excuse for unfinished homework or other responsibilities. Explain this to your child so he/she can plan his/her time wisely.
6. Parents need to notify the bout coordinator as soon as possible in the event of an absence from a scheduled meet to allow coordinators to plan accordingly
7. Parents must show proper respect to wrestlers, visiting teams, their coaches, their fans, our coaches and referees.
8. Parents and family members must be respectful of officials and their calls.
9. Parents are encouraged to use a child’s involvement in wrestling as an opportunity to learn and develop in dealing with injustices, missed calls, hurt feelings, finding balance in life and other facets of wrestling. 
10. Parents are expected to volunteer their time at our tournaments and matches.  The strength of PRJW A requires this.  We are an all-volunteer organization striving to make great experiences for wrestlers and their families.  In order to do this each and every one of us must not only pay our fees but contribute our time some way.  There are a variety of opportunities to assist. 
11. Teach your child that this sport is not a sprint, it is a marathon. Every child’s learning curve is different, so be patient.  With determination and hard work success will come.
12. Realize that this sport gives values beyond wrestling and it will prepare your child for the sport of life.

*Parents, as well as their athletes, will be held responsible for compliance with their Code of Conduct.

COACHES CODE OF CONDUCT:

1. I will always keep youth wrestling a positive and fun experience for my team.
2. I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support of all players, coaches, and officials at every game, practice or other youth wrestling events.
3. I will place the emotional and physical well-being and safety of my team above all other considerations.
4. I will practice positive reinforcement at all times with my team, and will reward them for their accomplishments.
5. I will read and seek to be informed about the rules of the sport I coach.
6. I will always speak to game officials with respect at all times, on and off the mat.
7. I will be respectful in victory and defeat
8. I will keep an open line of communication between myself and other coaches, parents, and board members.
9. I will set a high level of commitment that I will encourage my team to follow.
10. I will be on the mats at all times during practice. Discussions with parents or spectators will be held before or after practice unless absolutely necessary.
11. I will attend practices regularly in order to understand what the team has worked on, so that I may effectively coach at tournaments.
12. I will support and promote the PRJW and not engage in any activities that conflicts with the best interests and goals of the club.
13. I will refrain from using profanity at any games, practices or any other youth wrestling events.
14. I will refrain from using or being under the influence of drugs, tobacco or alcohol while attending games, practices or any other youth wrestling events.
15. I will remember that the game is for youth, not for adults.
16. I will submit a criminal and child abuse background check at the start of each new season.

*Violation of this code of conduct will result in disciplinary action up to and including dismissal from the team.

WRESTLERS CODE OF CONDUCT:

1. No wrestler is to physically or verbally abuse any coach or fellow wrestler.
2. Wrestlers must listen to and follow the directions of all coaches. Wrestlers will
   be expected to work hard at practice or will be asked to sit. Wrestlers are not to
   be disruptive during practice or competitions.
3. If a wrestler is disruptive during practice, a parent will be required to attend all
   practices until the wrestler can act appropriately.
4. At all times, wrestlers must conduct themselves in a mature and respectful manner.
   a. No unsportsmanlike yelling or cheering if a wrestler is hurt.
   b. Win or lose, wrestlers MUST shake hands and congratulate their opponent.
   c. No vulgar or obscene gestures of any kind should ever be made by a wrestler.
5. No wrestler is to use abusive and/or profane language before anyone connected with a PRJW function (practices, tournaments, meets, etc.).
6. Wrestlers should make every effort to attend all practices and matches.  Club wrestlers may be permitted to attend one PRJW practice per week.  Excusal from practice pending coach approval.
7. Wrestlers are not permitted in the wrestling room without a parent until a coach is present.
8. All wrestlers are to treat all PRJW property and equipment with respect
9. The PRJW practice facility and any school where competitions are held, are to be respected.
10. Wrestlers must respect officials and their calls.
11. Wrestlers must show proper respect to visiting teams, their coaches, their fans, and officials.
12. Wrestlers must practice proper hygiene by washing with antibacterial soap after practices and matches.
13. Wrestlers must make themselves available to wrestle during weekly matches to be considered part of the team.
14. Wrestlers must be weighed at the beginning of the season and sporadically throughout the season to determine a safe weight for weeknight match opponents. Wrestlers will not be responsible to lose weight to fit into a weight category.

*Violation of this code of conduct will result in disciplinary action up to and including suspension or dismissal from the team.