Helping good kids become good sports

• 4-H teaches young people how to become contributing, competent, and capable adults.
• Parents can help by setting a good example and demonstrating the qualities of good sportsmanship before, during, and after competitions.

Tips for good sportsmanship:

• Do not boo, heckle, or make insulting comments.
• Praise your children and their friends.
• Keep quiet during all introductions and announcements.
• Do not leave an event immediately after your child finishes competing.
• Be polite. Use constructive criticism in private and compliment in public.
• Do not block other people's views when taking pictures or video taping.
• Be honest and respectful, using good judgment and acceptable language at all times.
• Do not sit or stand in aisles or main traffic areas.
• Don't litter.

 Teach and encourage your child to;

• Follow rules
• Be honest and fair in words and actions
• Treat people and animals with kindness and respect
• Be prompt for all events during competition<
• Accept judges' suggestions and results with a positive attitude
• Congratulate the winners
• Represent the county with pride, leaving a good impression with others
• Refrain from complaining or blaming others when he or she doesn't win
• Be proud of accomplishments but not to brag or act conceited
• Say thank you

Wyoming Ethics Statement