SCACA Code of Ethics

SOUTH CAROLINA ATHLETIC COACHES ASSOCIATION CODE OF ETHICS

As a member of the SCACA, I will …

1. Strive to develop in each athlete the qualities of leadership and good judgment.
2. Respect the integrity and personality of the individual athlete.
3. Encourage the highest standards of conduct and scholastic achievement.
4. Seek to adopt good health habits including the establishment of sound training rules.
5. Fulfill responsibilities to provide health services and an environment free of safety hazards.
6. Exemplify the highest moral character, behavior, and leadership.
7. Provide ethical relationships among coaches.
8. Encourage a respect for all athletics and their values.
9. Maintain a program of team environment that is free of fear, discrimination, abuse, and harassment.
10. Abide by the rules of the game in letter and spirit.
11. Respect the integrity and judgment of sport officials.
12. Display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat.
13. Demonstrate a mastery of and continuing interest in coaching principles and techniques through professional improvement.