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9) Athletics: 8.0 Playing Field, Mission Field

Overview: This section outlines the purpose, structure, and guiding principles of penalties, sanctions, and disciplinary actions within the CYM Sports Program. Rooted in the purpose of forming youth in the spirit of faith, character, community, and good sportsmanship, this framework exists not as a form of punishment but as a means of accountability, formation, and protection.

The primary purpose of this section is to ensure that all participants, regardless of athletes, coaches, officials, parents, and administrators, uphold the values of respect, integrity, safety, and Christian witness in their words, actions, and interactions. When conduct falls short of these standards, appropriate and fair disciplinary measures are necessary to address the issue, guide correction, and safeguard the dignity and well-being of all involved.

Disciplinary procedures are guided by principles of restorative justice, consistency, due process, and pastoral care. They are designed to:

• Maintain a safe and respectful environment for all participants.

• Provide clear consequences for violations of rules, codes of conduct, or ethical standards.

• Offer opportunities for reflection, growth, and reconciliation.

• Support the authority of the program while modeling Christ-centered leadership and compassion.

All penalties, sanctions and disciplinary actions imposed are subject to adjustment on a case-by-case basis. In some aspects, this is due to time sensitive ruling or through the referrals by the Athletic Advisory Committee.

This section applies to infractions related to player conduct, coaching behavior, spectator interference, eligibility violations, unsportsmanlike behavior, and any actions contrary to CYM policies or the spirit of Catholic teaching. By addressing such matters with clarity and consistency, CYM affirms its commitment to forming young people as empowered disciples on the playing field and off in the mission field, and embodies justice, humility, and love of neighbor.

8.1 Penalties, Sanctions, and Disciplinary Actions

  • 8.1
Non-Physical Offenses
(Player)
Minimum GamesDisciplinary ActionAdditional Action
Insulting, Belittling, Insinuating or Taunting Behavior towards Administrators, Coaches, Officials or Student-Athletes2N/AN/A
Harassment, Intimidation, Retaliation, Abusive, or Threatening (Non-physical) Language4N/AN/A
Aggression, Attacking, Derogatory, Cyberbullying, Doxing or Threatening Language66 Month ProbationN/A
Offensive or Discriminatory ActSeason12 Month ProbationWritten request reviewed after 12 Months
Continued violations of Non-Physical OffensesIndefiniteIndefiniteReferred to Committee
Physical Offenses
(Player)
Minimum GamesDisciplinary ActionAdditional Action
Minor Deliberate Aggression31-6 Month ProbationN/A
Pushing, Grabbing, Pulling, Squeezing, Pitching, Lightly Slapping, Use of Object in Non-striking Manner, or physical property damageSeason (or 10)12-24 Month ProbationReferred to Committee
Hitting, Punching, Elbowing, Kicking, Biting, Spiting, Choking, Tackling, Throwing, or Use of Object or any part of body in Striking Manner.IndefiniteLifetimeWritten request reviewed after 5 Years
Unsportsmanlike Offenses (Affiliated Programs)Corrective ActionAdditional Actions
Illegal/ineligible Use of Player(s) in Practice(s) or GamesForfeit(s) Game(s) where illegal/ineligible player is Used; Ruled ineligible for postseason play for season.Referral to Athletic Advisory Committee
Unsportsmanlike Offenses (Coaches)Corrective ActionAdditional Actions
Confrontation with another coach, player, spectator, or official (non-physical)Three (3) Game SuspensionReferral to Athletic Advisory Committee
Confrontation with another coach, player, spectator, or official (physical)Dismissal from CYM SportsReferral to Appropriate Authorities
Unsportsmanlike Offenses (Players)Corrective ActionAdditional Actions
Unsportsmanlike Conduct (Technical Foul, Card(s), unsportsmanlike penalties)1 – Warning
2 – Warning
3 – One Game Suspension
4- One Game Suspension
Reviewed for increased disciplinary actions.
Unsportsmanlike Offenses (Spectators)Corrective ActionAdditional Actions
Arguing with officials, offensive language, or similar unsportsmanlike conductEjection from Site of CompetitionBanned from being at the site and property of competition for two games