To maintain a USA Basketball Coach License or otherwise risk forfeiture, I agree to the USA Basketball Coaches Code of Conduct, which states as follows.
I will:
- Conduct myself in a dignified manner relating to emotions, language, attitude and actions
- Act at all times to protect the principles of fun, safety and development of all athletes
- Demonstrate respect for the ability of opponents as well as for the judgment of referees, officials and opposing coaches
- Display control and professionalism at all times under any circumstance
- Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person, including opponents, other coaches, officials, administrators, parents, athletes, and spectators
- Refrain from physical contact with athletes except where necessary for the development of the athletes’ skill(s) or athletic ability
- Be aware and understand the role and influence of a coach as an educator, imparting knowledge of skill as well as proper personal, academic, and social behavior
- Be reasonable in my demands on athletes' time, energy and enthusiasm
- Provide an opportunity for all athletes to play the sport
- Agree to uphold the Progressive Coaching principles found within the USA Basketball Player Development Model
- Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the level of the athletes
- Seek to learn the latest coaching practices that take into account the principles of growth and development of athletes
- Agree to abide by all applicable USA Basketball rules and regulations, including USA Basketball’s SafeSport policy
