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As a youth athlete, you have many responsibilities and duties: to yourself, to your parents, your teammates, coaches, opponents and referees. These responsibilities should be communicated from the coach to you and your parents before the season gets under way and once it is started.

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    Treat your teammates and opponents with respect and dignity, because they will do the same for you.
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    Obey all team and league rules at all times they are there for a reason.
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    Give your full attention when being instructed on skills, drills and techniques because they will help you become a better player.
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    Participate in practices and games with a clear mind, and control over your emotions because they can get the better of you.
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    Discourage teammates and opponents from breaking the rules.
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    Avoid acting aggressively or in a self-destructing manner.
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    Compliment your teammates and opponents on their good performances.
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    Take good care of yourself. Drink lots of water and stretch before and after playing. Do your best to prevent injuries and to heal them quickly by using the method RICE—rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
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    Practice! Practice! Practice!
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  • Immediately report any injury to your coach for further medical evaluation. Return only after the injury is completely treated and healed.
  • Train 3 times a week. You can go running or just workout in your home.

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