Parent Letter
Parent Letter
September 1, 2015
Dear Parent(s),
Welcome to the Fall 2015 season of Coed Youth Flag Football with the City of Newport
Beach. My name is Coach Evan. I have been working with the City for 1 year. My priority as a
coach is to ensure that every player learns new skills, makes new friends, stays active,
experiences a healthy level of competition, and has fun! The City will provide standard
equipment such as flags and balls, so its better if you go ahead and leave these items at home
so they dont get lost in the mix. As parents you can help me achieve these goals by:
Being supportive
Bringing your child to practices and games on-time
Making sure they have the proper equipment to play
o Athletic clothes (i.e. not jeans)
o Close-toed shoes
o Water to stay hydrated
In the same way I want my players to work as a team, I think it would be best for everyone
if we, too, can work together to provide the best possible experience for all involved, especially
the players. Keeping this in mind, as a coach, I think it is important to always be open to
questions and feedback. However, it is critical to be mindful of an appropriate time to address
these, such as before and after practice, so that my focus is never taken away when Im
supervising and coaching the team. To address a common concern, all parents can expect for
their child to play a minimum of one-half of each game per our minimum play rule.
As a way to strengthen the team dynamic Im also looking to have a parent step up to be
our team mom (or dad!). This person would help by creating a snack list, coordinating a phone
tree, and assembling the team before/after the game. Please contact me as soon as possible if
this is something you would be interested in doing. I look forward to a great season of flag
football!
Thank you,
NEWPORT BEACH RECREATION & SENIOR SERVICES DEPARTMENT | (949) 644-3151 (949) 6443151 | WWW.NEWPORTBEACHCA.GOV/SPORTS | [email protected]
1.
QUALITY SPORTS ENVIRONMENT: Youth sports programs must be developed and organized to
ensure, as well as to enhance, the emotional, physical, social and educational well-being of
children.
2. SPORTS PARTICIPATION SHOULD BE FUN AND A PORTION OF A CHILDS LIFE: Youth sports are only
3.
one portion of a childs life that must be balanced with other social and educational experiences
and activities.
TRAINING AND ACCOUNTABILITY: Adults involved with youth sports must receive training and
important information about the program and must be held accountable for their behavior.
4. SCREENING PROCESS: To ensure the safety and well-being of children in youth sports, individuals
with regular, repetitive access or contact with children must complete the screening process.
5. PARENTS COMMITMENT: Parents/guardians must take an active and positive role in their childs
youth sports experience.
8. EQUAL PLAY OPPORTUNITY: Parents, coaches, and league administrators must provide equal play
opportunities for all youth regardless of race, creed, sex, economic status or ability.
NEWPORT BEACH RECREATION & SENIOR SERVICES DEPARTMENT | (949) 644-3151 (949) 6443151 | WWW.NEWPORTBEACHCA.GOV/SPORTS | [email protected]
I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care, and encouragement for my child
participating in youth sports by following this Parents Code of Ethics Pledge:
I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches,
and officials at every game, practice, or other youth sports event.
I will be aware of my childs practice and game schedules and will be prompt and timely in dropping
off and picking up my child. If unforeseen circumstances prevent me from being timely, I will
immediately contact the coach and/or Recreation Department to inform them of my expected
arrival time.
I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of a personal desire to win.
I will insist that my child play in a safe and healthy environment.
I will support coaches and officials working with my child, in order to encourage a positive and
enjoyable experience for all.
I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free of drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and will
refrain from their use at all youth sports events.
I will remember that the game is for youth- not adults.
I will do my very best to make youth sports fun for my child.
I will ask my child to treat other players, coaches, fans, and officials with respect regardless of race,
sex, creed, or ability.
I will require that my childs coach be trained in the responsibilities of being a youth sports coach
and that the coach
NEWPORT BEACH RECREATION & SENIOR SERVICES DEPARTMENT | (949) 644-3151 (949) 6443151 | WWW.NEWPORTBEACHCA.GOV/SPORTS | [email protected]
NEWPORT BEACH RECREATION & SENIOR SERVICES DEPARTMENT | (949) 644-3151 (949) 6443151 | WWW.NEWPORTBEACHCA.GOV/SPORTS | [email protected]
NEWPORT BEACH RECREATION & SENIOR SERVICES DEPARTMENT | (949) 644-3151 (949) 6443151 | WWW.NEWPORTBEACHCA.GOV/SPORTS | [email protected]