Throughout the school year, TSSAA-registered contest officials report incidents of unsporting behavior to the TSSAA in order for the Executive Director to insure that schools are respecting association bylaws regarding unsportsmanlike conduct.
The TSSAA and its member schools believe strongly that the major purpose of education-based athletics is to be a part of the total educational program. A major part of this purpose is to stress to coaches, players, officials, and fans the vital importance of sportsmanship. It is critical that all parties understand the role they play in maintaining an atmosphere of good sportsmanship and being a positive role model for others.
A finalized list of incidents and responses is maintained by the state office staff and presented to the Board of Control each year at its June meeting.
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To address these issues, coaches and school administrators can teach and demonstrate positive behavior by emphasizing the importance of respect and sportsmanship. Coaches should lead by example, treating officials, opponents, and their own players with respect at all times. They should emphasize the importance of fair play and encourage their players to display good sportsmanship. Additionally, coaches and administrators should create a positive game environment by promoting crowd etiquette and addressing any fan behavior that goes against the values of sportsmanship. It is crucial to educate everyone involved in the game about the importance of positive behavior, both on and off the court, to create a more enjoyable and respectful atmosphere for all participants.
Based on these reports, the most common unsportsmanlike scenarios in high school boys' basketball involve disrespectful behavior towards officials. This includes fans yelling derogatory remarks and creating a disruptive atmosphere, coaches arguing calls, stepping onto the court, and using inappropriate language leading to technical fouls and ejections. Players also contribute to the problem, with incidents of taunting, unsportsmanlike language, physically aggressive plays and occasionally fights also resulting in technical fouls and ejections. Even game administrators (scorekeepers and clock operators) displayed unsportsmanlike behavior to derail the game. Overall, a lack of self-control and respect for the game's integrity appears to be the root cause of most issues.
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Based on a review of recent officials' reports, the most common unsportsmanlike conduct in girls' high school basketball stems from physical altercations, often triggered by hard fouls or perceived retaliatory actions. These incidents frequently escalate into fighting, with players throwing punches or engaging in shoving matches after the whistle. Ejections are also common for players who leave the bench during these altercations, as well as for flagrant personal fouls and even overly aggressive reactions on the court. Coaches can also be ejected along with spectators for arguing calls, using profanity, or violating coaching box restrictions.
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Based on these reports, the most common unsportsmanlike scenarios in high school football revolve around physical altercations and disrespectful conduct. Players frequently engage in fighting, including throwing punches, kicking opponents, and shoving. Ejections also stem from verbal abuse, with players using profanity directed at officials or opponents, and taunting gestures. Leaving the bench area to participate in an altercation is another prevalent cause for disqualification, while contact with officials, either intentional or during heated moments, also results in ejections. Overall the reports indicate that lack of self control and general agression are most common triggers for unsportsman like conduct.
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The most recurring forms of unsportsmanlike conduct in these high school soccer matches involve dissent towards officials, often escalating to foul and abusive language directed at referees either during the game or after the final whistle. Reckless challenges resulting in injuries and subsequent altercations, including physical aggression like punching or hair-pulling, also frequently lead to red cards. Furthermore, dissent from coaches regarding calls or substitution issues is a common trigger for ejections. Finally, inappropriate behavior from fans is often reported like, yelling profanity, or showing dissent regarding referees decisions.
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Based on these reports, the most common unsportsmanlike scenarios in girls' soccer appear to revolve around verbal dissent directed at officials and opponents, and escalating foul play. Players and fans alike frequently use offensive language, question calls, and display general disrespect, often leading to cautions, ejections, and even game forfeits. More egregious instances include intentional violent conduct such as punching, kicking, and hair-pulling, highlighting a concerning trend when players cross the line from passionate play to aggressive actions.
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Based on the reports, the most frequent unsportsmanlike incidents in girls' volleyball revolve around disruptive and aggressive behavior from coaches and fans. Coaches often display dissent towards officiating decisions, leading to warnings, card penalties, and even ejections for arguing calls, using profanity, and failing to control their emotions. Unsportsmanlike conduct from fans includes verbally abusing officials, scorers, and opposing players, making derogatory remarks, and sometimes escalating to physical presence/following officials and throwing objects. The lack of adequate security presence and control, in some cases, further exacerbates these issues.
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Based on these reports, the most common unsportsmanlike conduct in high school wrestling appears to stem from frustration and anger, typically following a loss or perceived injustice during a match. This manifests through a variety of actions including cursing at opponents, coaches, or officials, throwing headgear or other equipment, physically aggressive behavior like biting or headbutting, and even confrontations with fans. Ejections also occur when coaches cannot control their conduct such as interfering in the action of the match or arguing excessively with officials. Poor sportsmanship after the match continues to lead to penalties.
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