Mission

Our mission is to have…

• coaches play a positive role in the game of basketball.
• coaches act as a role model for the players and spectators.
• coaches represent their P/TSO and Canada Basketball in a professional manner.  

Code of Conduct

During competition, we ask that coaches…

• remember that players play for their own enjoyment, not for yours.
• encourage the players to abide by the rules in letter and in spirit.
• respect and be courteous to the organizers, volunteer and others assisting in the staging of the event.
• set the standard for acceptable behavior for the players, support personnel and team supporters.
• take responsibility for the parents/spectators supporting their team.
• respect the officials decisions and encourage the players to do the same.
• dress appropriately for the competition:

Coaches Attire

In order to have the 2009 National Championships run in a professional matter ALL Bench Staff (coaches/trainers/managers) will have to adhere to the following guidelines regarding attire…

Acceptable Minimum:  Golf Shirt / Dress Shorts or Golf Shorts / Basketball Footwear or Dress Shoes

Unacceptable:  T-Shirts / Tank Tops / Sport Shorts / Track Pants / Sport Sandals / Flip Flops / Jeans / Hats

Coaches should present a professional image while on the court at all events.

Bench staff that does not follow these rules will be removed from the bench.