Eastminster School expects coaches, players, and fans to demonstrate good sportsmanship at all times.
1.Good sports treat teammates, coaches, opposing teams, fans, and game officials with respect and courtesy.
2.Good sports understand that both winning and losing are a part of any athletic competition. They demonstrate humility when they win, accepting their victories with poise and dignity. They also demonstrate humility when they lose, seeing losses as an opportunity for future individual or team improvement.
3.Good sports are the first to accept responsibility for mistakes or poor play, and are the first to praise others for success and good play. Good sports do not blame officials, or weather, or playing conditions for poor results, instead focusing on what they can do better next time.
4.Good sports understand that stress and pressure are part of athletics, and endeavor to keep their emotions in check despite the disappointment and frustration the sometimes comes with athletic competition.
5.Good sports show compassion for their teammates, their opponents, and game officials, recognizing that mistakes are a part of every game and that every individual does the best that he or she can under the circumstances.
Good sportsmanship will be a hallmark of Eastminster School athletics, and the establishment of that tradition begins this year. We expect to develop a reputationwhich all members of the Eastminster community can be proud of.