ALL SPECTATORS WILL:
• Comply with the policies and procedures of Calvert County Parks and Recreation Department.

• Respect all participants, coaches, staff, officials and volunteers at every practice or youth sports event and encourage all children to do the same.

• Refrain from abusive or inappropriate language or gestures towards officials, volunteers, coaches, staff, and participants. With the exception of a congratulatory handshake or “high five,” never make physical contact with participants, coaches, staff, officials or volunteers.

• Accept the decisions of the officials as being fair and performed to the best of their ability. Never go onto the court or playing field, or approach the official scorekeeper, while the game is in progress. Allow the coach to take all questions, rule interpretations or concerns to the appropriate league official.

• Refrain from giving the children instructions during the game. Allow the coach to guide them.

• Help ensure the safety of the playing area by reporting any unsafe hazards, removing trash, leaving food and beverages outside the gym or playing area, and refraining from the use of tobacco, alcohol or other drugs at all youth sports events.

• Encourage and compliment players (and competitors) when they show improvement, play with extra effort, or simply need kind words.

• Abide by a doctor's decision in all matters of health, injuries and ability to play.

• Remember that the game is for youth- not adults.

In the girls' game, the references are located in the Official Rules for Girl's & Women's Lacrosse, Rule 18E and Rule 19B-2, which state that "team followers' misconduct may result in a penalty assessed to the coach." Violations of Spectator Standards or Carding Procedures will culminate in the suspension of the coach or team follower and ultimately could result in a forfeit.