In order to be selected as a competitive or developmental head coach, one must agree to the mission of Warwick PAL and WYB. All coaches must comply with the following standards to be a certificated coach which includes:

• Completing a background check application before the start of the season.

• Doing everything possible to prevent injuries of players, and knowing what to do when they occur.

• Being a positive role model, and teacher.

• Showing appropriate behavior with team members, parents, officials, and spectators.

• Hiring a coaching staff (up to two assistant coaches).

• Preparing for practice includes a specific practice plan that is age-appropriate.

• Being willing to work with other travel and local high school coaches.

CoachIng Expectations

Coaches are expected to create an environment at practices/games that promote good sportsmanship, development of basketball fundamentals, and teamwork. At the beginning of the season, coaches shall communicate their goals and policies (to players and parents) and must provide families with the league schedule, weekend tournaments, and practices days/times. Coaches are responsible for:

• Refraining from actions or words that undercut the self-esteem of any player.

• Assuring their players are respectful and put the team first.

Failure of any coach to comply with these policies may result in his/her removal from coaching in the Warwick Youth Basketball program.