Athlete’s Bill of Rights

Athlete’s Bill of Rights
Adapted from the Guidelines for Children Sports

Right To Participate In Sports

Right To Participate At A Level Commensurate With Each Athlete’s Maturity and Ability

Right To Have Qualified Adult Leadership

Right To Play As A Teenager And Not As An Adult

Right of the Athlete’s To Share In The Leadership And Decision-Making Of Their Sport Participation

Right To Participate In Safe And Healthy Environments

Right To Proper Preparation For Participation In Sports

Right To An Equal Opportunity To Strive For Success

Right To Be Treated With Dignity

Right To Have Fun In Sports

Sources

Handbook References

This Blog is based on the resources below and knowledge acquired during my 20+ years of work experience with youth in recreation, education and sports programs

Martens, Rainer Ph.D. YMCA Edition American Coaching Effectiveness Program Level 1- Instructors Guide. Human Kinetics Publishers, Inc, Illinois. 1982

Martens, Rainer and Seefeldt, Vern. Guidelines for Children’s Sports. AAHPERD, VA. 1979

Covey, Sean. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. Fireside, New York. 1998

Corbin, Charles and Lindsey Ruth. Fitness for life. Scott Foresman and Company, Glenview, Illinois. 1997

Coach Brian. “SFS Crusaders Girls Basketball Coach.” 1998-1999
Coach Lance. “AIS/D Tigers Girls Basketball Coach.” 2002-2006

This edition of the Basketball Program Athletes handbook is dedicated to the coaches and players of the 2007- WBAIS, 2000-2006 AIS/D, 1999-2000 SFS, 1991-1995 Union School Girls Basketball Programs. The fun and excitement of working with you as a coach is one of the highlights of my stay in your respective countries. Special thanks to my wife and son for understanding my love for sports. “ YOU GO GIRLS!”

Coach Roberts