The purpose of this Code of Conduct is to ensure a safe and positive environment. Ontario Scholastic Basketball Association (OSBA) is committed to providing a sport environment in which all Individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All Individuals will be aware that there is an expectation, at all times, of appropriate behaviour consistent with the values of the OSBA. Conduct that violates this Code may be subject to disciplinary action enforced by the OBA Discipline and Fair Play Committee.
Application of this Code
This Code applies to conduct that may arise during the course of OSBA business, activities, and events, including but not limited to office environment, competitions, practices, training camps, tryouts, travel, any meetings of the OSBA and communications (including social media).
Responsibilities
All Individuals have a responsibility to:
Conduct Policy for Member Schools
Definition:
A member school is a registered organization with the Ontario Scholastic Basketball Association participating within the OSBA league. It is a requirement of all member schools within the OSBA to assume responsibility for the conduct of all athletes, coaches, and spectators under their jurisdiction.
Goal Statement:
Any member school participating within OSBA will be expected to adhere to OSBA principles of Fair Play and this Conduct Policy for Member Schools.
Actions:
In addition to the Responsibilities listed in this Code of Conduct, member schools of the Ontario Scholastic Basketball Association will:
Conduct Policy for Coaches
Definition:Anyone who participates as a teacher, leader, or instructor to train, educate or motivate athletes to compete in an athletic activity is considered a coach.
Goal Statement:
Any coach participating in Ontario Scholastic Basketball Association sanctioned events will be expected to adhere to Ontario Scholastic Basketball Association's principles of Fair Play and this Conduct Policy for Coaches.
Actions:
In addition to the Responsibilities listed in this Code of Conduct, coaches have an added responsibility. The coach-athlete relationship is a privileged one and plays a critical role in the personal and athletic development of the athlete, and coaches must not abuse this relationship.
Coaches of Ontario Scholastic Basketball Association will
Conduct Policy for Student-Athletes
Definition:
Anyone who participates in an athletic activity, including but not limited to practices, games, and tournaments, is considered an athlete.
Goal Statement:
Any athlete participating Ontario Scholastic Basketball Association sanctioned events will be expected to adhere to Ontario Scholastic Basketball Association principles of Fair Play and this Conduct Policy for Athletes.
Actions:
Always model mature behaviour consistent with that of Ontario Scholastic Basketball Association guidelines. In addition to the Responsibilities listed in this Code of Conduct, athletes of the Ontario Scholastic Basketball Association will:
Conduct Policy for Spectators
Definition:
Anyone watching a particular athletic activity or event whether sitting or standing is considered a spectator. A spectator may be a parent, relative, friend, teammate, opposing player, administrator, or coach not directly involved in the game. Spectators are an important part of any athletic activity; however, they are not essential.
Goal Statement:
Any spectator watching an Ontario Scholastic Basketball Association sanctioned event will be expected to respect and adhere to this Spectator Conduct Policy.
Actions:
In addition to the Responsibilities listed in this Code of Conduct, spectators of athletes and spectators at events will:
Conduct Policy for Officials
Definition:
While governed by a separate entity (Ontario Association of Basketball Officials), officials at Ontario Basketball events are participants in enriching the experience of athletes and coaches competing in the game.
As such, it is expected they shall exercise a high level of self-discipline, independence, and responsibility.
Goal Statement:
The purpose of this Code of Conduct is to establish guidelines for standards of conduct for officials who are refereeing OBA events.
Actions:
In addition to the responsibilities of this Ontario Basketball Code of Conduct, officials will:
Individuals who witness any actions contrary to the Conduct Policy for Spectators should contact Ontario Basketball’s Commissioner of Fair Play and Resolution.