Parent Behavior at Bonita Game

I'm sure by now, most of you have heard there was an incident involving several parents that were in an altercation after the game at Bonita Vista last Thursday. It is a black eye that we as a program had to deal with since last week.

My Chain of Command, starting with Vice Principal Jim Good, Athletic Director Jack Lococo and Varsity Head Coach Mike Martinez have all looked into the matter and have determined a course of action against one of the parents involved. The discipline action is between my bosses and the above mentioned parent. That parent has written me a letter of apology and has deep remorse for their actions after the game. Suffice it to say, the matter has been handled and is now closed.

The following is a reminder to all parents and players of Patrick Henry Football and the CIF Contract they all signed:

A. Comply with the six pillars and 16 Principles of the Pursuing Victory with Honor program.
B. Be courteous at all times with school officials, opponents, game officials, and spectators.
C. Exercise self-control.
D. Know all rules of the contest of CIF State and the CIFSDS and agree to follow the rules.
E. Show respect for self, players, officials, coaches, and spectators.
F. Refrain from the use of foul and/or abusive language at all times.
G. Respect the integrity and judgment of game officials.

As the Head Coach of the Freshman Football team, I assume the responsibility of the actions and behavior of all players, coaches, parents and spectators of the Freshman Football Team. Failure to follow the above listed rules will result in:

Athlete: Ineligibility for participation in CIF-San Diego Section athletics.
Coach: Restricted from coaching in CIF-San Diego Section contests.
Parent: Prohibition/Removal from attendance at CIF or CIFSDS event.

I will enforce these rules. I expect all my parents to comply. I do not want anymore incidents detracting from the focus of this team. I am trying to build men for others. I need the help of all parents to lead by example and to follow the rules listed above.