​​PROPER SPORTS ETIQUETTE

All spectators at St. Brendan School sporting events are reminded of the importance of being good role models and representing the school community.

No player, parent or family member should ever address a referee or opposing player with concerns at any time. Coaches should communicate officiating inquiries to referees with calm, respect, and should never visibly argue with officials or engage in heated interaction at any time.

Players or families who do not demonstrate proper sports etiquette may be asked to leave their game and/or be dismissed from the team. 

It is the responsibility of the Coaches and Administrators to ensure that spectators abide by the following rules. A CYO spectator shall not:

• Be on the playing field or court during the game/competition
• Shout instructions or criticism to anyone
• Use profane, obscene or vulgar language
• Verbally or physically abuse or assault anyone
• Approach an official, supervisor, coach or anyone else associated with the event
• Appear in an intoxicated condition or have in his/her possession any alcoholic beverage or illegal substance
  

Violators of the CYO Spectators Code of Conduct, which shall be determined by the assigned game/competition official or supervisor, may result in removal from the facility. If the officials' or supervisor's decision is not obeyed, the official has the authority to declare the game/competition forfeited by the offending team. If an offending party is not affiliated with either playing team, representatives from both schools should work together to resolve the matter. If warranted, further action will be taken by CYO Staff.

 
For further information regarding the policies, procedures, and individual game rules as mandated by the Catholic Youth Organization, please consult the CYO Manual. A copy may be obtained by going to: www.cyousa.org.