How the Program Works
For
Parents
The Rediscovering Youth Sportsmanship program is based on a
"train-the-trainer" approach.
As a youth sports leader, you will recommend
several representatives or team parents who are already recognized
as positive role models for both parents and youngsters. These individuals
will be trained by our educators to
conduct the parent training modules at the local level. This ensures community
ownership of the program’s ideals and makes
implementation of the training sessions convenient and manageable.
All educational materials, such as videos, pledges, and behavioral guidelines
will be supplied by the Youth
Sportsmanship program for each team. 
For
coaches, officials, and facility managers
Coaches and officials receive their
educational component in conjunction with each sport’s and league’s
specific certification training. For
sports facility managers, a Saint Barnabas’ Rediscovering Youth
Sportsmanship educator will conduct
special sessions to teach de-escalation techniques, as well the sanctions of
each league to ensure compliance.
For
league administrators
The Saint Barnabas Youth Sportsmanship team
will make recommendations on physical and behavioral boundaries appropriate
for each league’s needs. For example, we will assess venues utilized for
league play and provide guidance for
effective seating for players and spectators. Working with league
administrators, we will also develop appropriate sanctions
for each sport.
All youth sports leagues in New Jersey and
the surrounding region are eligible for the program.
We Support You All Season
Long
Positive reinforcement and team recognition
are two important ways the Rediscovering Youth Sportsmanship program supports
leagues and helps maintain enthusiasm for good sportsmanship. A committee from
the Saint Barnabas Sports Medicine Institute will accept nominations from
league members for teams who demonstrate outstanding behavior. Recognition may
include team photos in newspaper advertisements, a team trophy, team gifts, or
a donation to the team.
Surveys and other assessment tools are
provided throughout the season to measure the success of the program for each
league.
For more
information call (877)
84-YOUTH or
email: info@sbhcs.com
today!
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