All coaches are volunteers. The most important responsibilities of flag football coach are:
to provide a safe, healthy environment for play of flag football, and
to provide mature, adult supervision for young athletes.
Coaches have a leadership role. They are a role model and should set an example for each player..
Coaches shall not place the value of winning over the safety and welfare of players.
Coaches shall extend respect and courtesy to game and competition officials.
Coaches shall not make demeaning or derogatory comments or gestures directed towards any official, player, opponent or spectator.
Coaches must always demonstrate by actions exceptional sportsmanship. They should be the first to congratulate the work of the referee and guide their team to a post-game handshake.
Coaches and the team must stay in its designated team area. A coach or player who goes into the other team’s areas can be penalized.
No verbal abuse, loud discussions or disagreements within sight of any players will be tolerated.
The coaches, through their actions, are responsible for teaching the children how to deal with winning and losing a game. This includes how to deal with questionable calls, difficult parents and other coaches.
Your behavior directly impacts how your players act toward officials, opposing coaches and opposing players. If you become disrespectful, they will as well.