LMS Spectator Expectations
One of the goals of our athletic program is learning lifetime values. Sportsmanship is one such
value that makes all sports games an educational experience. Please let your good
sportsmanship show during the game. An attitude of good sportsmanship should be upheld by
all spectators, players and coaches no matter what their personal feelings or loyalties may be
in this contest.
The officials for today’s game are registered with the Washington Interscholastic Activities
Association (WIAA). Their experience and integrity qualify them to administer the rules of the
game. The game, itself, is being played according to the rules of the WIAA which provide for
fair competition among players.
Acceptable Behaviors:
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Applaud at end of periods and end of contest
Stay off the playing area at all times
Applaud good performances regardless of team
Accept decisions of game officials
Show concern and respect for an injured player
Avoid offensive gestures or language
Display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat
Show respect for public property and equipment
Be personally responsible for the behavior of other children brought to the game
Unacceptable Behaviors:
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Yelling or waving arms during opponent’s free-throw attempt(s)
Intentionally trying to disrupt play of game or distract athletes, coaches, officials
and/or spectators
Using profanity or displaying anger
Booing
Being rude and/or inconsiderate to other spectators including frequent movement
in and out of the stands
Allowing children to climb and/or jump on bleachers, vandalize/spoil school
property, or being anywhere on school grounds unsupervised. You are
responsible for your children. For safety reasons, unsupervised children will be
returned to their parent/guardian
The score of any athletic event is generally forgotten over time; however, the actions of the
players, coaches and spectators are usually remembered long afterward. Think of how history
will remember you. Sportsmanship – it’s how you play the game.
THANKYOU!