Coach’s, Parents, Players and Spectators are requested to honor the Good Sports Pledge.

Good Sports Award

The MARPSA Good Sports Award was created to highlight the positive sportsmanship in your community. Each member organization has the opportunity to select one coach and one youth player who demonstrated positive sportsmanship in recreation sponsored programs. The Good Sports Award is presented at the Maryland State House during the General Assembly. Nominations are due by September 15th through your local jurisdiction or via our online nomination process.

Coach of the Year criteria:                                     Coach Nomination Form

• Dedication
• Emphasis on Teamwork
• Leadership
• Motivator
• Patience
• Preparation
• Respect for Officials
• Teaching Skills
• Team Ethics
• Sportsmanship
• Inspires Love of Sports
• Emphasis on Fun & Player Development

Player of the Year Criteria:                                     Player Nomination Form

Must be 18 or younger recognized for participating in a recreation sponsored (non-interscholastic) program

• Academic Effort
• Attitude
• Commitment to practice
• Community Service
• Dedication
• Leadership
• Respect for Coaches/Officials
• Respect for Teammates
• Fair Play
• Plays with Class