It is important that parents support their children and the League in a constructive way.  Baseball and softball are exciting sports, and ones in which all children have the opportunity for rewarding experience.  Healthy philosophies and attitudes of MPBS parents go a long way in ensuring a successful season.  Please remember that all of us are role models for ALL children in MPBS.

It is important that parents:

•    Attempt to understand and be informed of the playing rules.
•    Appreciate a good play no matter who makes it.
•    Show compassion for any injured player.
•    Avoid heckling, jeering or distracting players.
•    Do not use profane and obnoxious language and behavior.
•    Respect the judgment and strategy of the managers and coaches.
•    Avoid criticizing players or coaches.
•    Censure those whose behavior is unbecoming.
•    Do not force children to participate; they are not playing to satisfy your ambitions.
•    Encourage their child to play by the rules.
•    Teach their child the benefits of effort and teamwork.
•    Never ridicule or shout at children for making a mistake.
•    Applaud good play by members of both teams.
•    Don't publicly question any official's decisions or doubt their honesty.
•    Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from the game.
•    Set an example by being friendly to the parents of the opposition.
•    Emphasize enjoyment and fun.
•    Show respect for their team's opponents. Without them there would be no game.
•    Relax and enjoy the game.

It is important to note that the MPBS Constitution and By-laws includes a “zero-tolerance” policy that excludes from League activities any Board Member, Manager, Coach, Team Parent, Parent, Player, Volunteer, and Spectator associated with Marina Pony Baseball/Softball League activities that is involved in any physical or verbal altercation, misappropriation of league funds, or use of violent, abusive, or foul actions/language at league activities.  Violators will be  immediately removed from premises utilized by MPBS pending review of the MPBS Executive Committee.