Coaches shall put the welfare of their players above all else while maintaining professional relationships with them.

All games shall be conducted within the letter and intent of the rules of fastpitch softball.

Coaches shall always remember that their players are student-athletes and not make demands on them that would in anyway compromise the student-athletes' academic objectives.

Coaches shall encourage players to exhibit sportsmanship like conduct on and off the playing field.

Coaches behavior and actions should bring credibility to the TAMPA MUSTANGS FASTPITCH ORGANIZATION, their players and themselves.

Coaches shall exhibit professionalism in their actions, words, and attire.

Coaches shall act in accordance with the TAMPA MUSTANGS FASTPITCH ORGANIZATION mission statement and bylaws and the rules of softball associations that have sanctioned the team.

Dissatisfaction with the TAMPA MUSTANGS FASTPITCH ORGANIZATION shall be addressed through the proper channels within the organization and not through public forums.

Coaches shall treat their colleagues with dignity and respect.

Coaches must refrain from making derogatory statements about another coach or another organization.

All game umpires shall be treated in a professional and respectful manner at all times.

Any displeasure with an umpire's actions or conduct shall be addressed through the proper channels and not through public forums. The coach is expected to set an example of class and decorum during game situations.