Central Maryland Swim League Code of Conduct
CMSL Parent/Swimmer/Coach Code of Conduct:
The CMSL requires that every swimmer, parent and coach follow this Code of Conduct, as an effort to promote good sportsmanship and a positive swimming experience for all the children that participate in CMSL. Our purpose is to provide competitive swimming programs for children of member swim clubs and pools and promote love for the sport, advance aquatic skills, teamwork, and the principles of good sportsmanship. If there are any questions or concerns about CMSL’s Rules for Swimming Competition please see your swim coach, team representative, or contact the CMSL directly.
As a swimmer in CMSL, I agree to the following code of conduct:
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To train and swim to the best of my abilities.
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Keep a positive can-do attitude.
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Arrive promptly and ready to go for all practices and meets.
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Refrain from the use of profanity, both in and out of the pool.
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Respect my coaches, teammates, and opponents and only give positive encouragement.
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Treat all officials/judges with proper respect and accept their decisions without argument.
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Accept coaching decisions without argument.
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Exhibit humility when winning and grace when losing.
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To remember that I represent my family, myself, my team, and my town with my actions, play and comments.
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I agree to swim on only ONE CMSL team per summer season.