Axtell Athletics
KSHSAA Physical Form (required prior to the start of practice)
KSHSAA Concussion Form and Guidelines (required prior to the start of practice)
TVL Spectator's Code of Ethics
Winning is often so important that some people have lost sight of the educational values inherent in athletics/activities. If the full benefit of athletics/activities as an educational tool is to be utilized, schools must immediately concern themselves with spectator sportsmanship.
The playing of a contest should be regarded by the spectators as an art and should be appreciated and enjoyed as such. Respect for our players, coaches/sponsors, and officials, regardless of their own team loyalty, is essential for raising the standards of good sportsmanship.
Ethical consideration for the spectators:
- Recognize the official/judge as a person of integrity and qualification, and respect the decisions accordingly.
- Treat game officials with respect. Do not complain about or argue about calls or decisions during or after an athletic event. The Twin Valley League will not tolerate disrespect to game officials.
- The Three Strike Rule:
- If game officials ask school personnel to address a spectator or if deemed necessary by school administration, for disrespectful conduct before, during, or after a game, school personnel will speak with the spectator. If the conduct continues after this discussion, the spectator will be required to leave the venue immediately and complete the NFHS “Sportsmanship Course” prior to attending the next sporting event.
- The incident will be recorded by school personnel
- If a second incident occurs with the same spectator during the same school year, this individual will be required to leave the venue immediately, complete the NFHS “Sportsmanship Course” prior to attending another sporting event, and will not be able to attend the next sporting event of that season (or the following applicable season if the incident occurs at the last contest of the season).
- If a third incident occurs, the spectator will be required to leave the venue immediately and will no longer be able to attend further athletic events during the applicable sports season and possibly remaining applicable sports seasons during the school year
- If game officials ask school personnel to address a spectator or if deemed necessary by school administration, for disrespectful conduct before, during, or after a game, school personnel will speak with the spectator. If the conduct continues after this discussion, the spectator will be required to leave the venue immediately and complete the NFHS “Sportsmanship Course” prior to attending the next sporting event.
- The Three Strike Rule:
- This policy applies to home and away events.
Further disciplinary action and requirements may be deemed necessary by the administration as situations arise. If an offense is deemed more serious than a ‘first strike” offense, additional penalties may be determined by the administration or the action may be deemed as a “second strike” offense, for example. This list of offenses is not all-inclusive.
To help make High School Athletics an enjoyable experience for all, please:
- Refrain from creating disturbances which would be detrimental to the flow of the contest and/or to the safety of the participants involved.
- Refrain from harassment, profane language, or ostentatious behavior in respect to participants and coaches/sponsors.
- Become familiar with the rules of the games in order to enjoy it more and to understand the decisions made by the official.
- Exhibit team loyalties and support without negative action toward their opponents or officials of the contest.
The policies set forth by the TVL with the support of U.S.D. #113 Prairie Hills will be followed by all High School and Junior High activities at Axtell Public School.