The Little East Conference and New England Hockey Conference Codes of Conduct are considered integral parts of UMB policy for all athletes and coaches.
Established for the 2021-22 academic year, the LEC Sportsmanship Cup is awarded to the institution that best exhibits sportsmanship, as determined by their peers in the areas of conduct of student-athletes, coaches and spectators, and interactions with event management and operations.
The following is to be considered:
Game Management • Team is greeted by specific individual and shown to locker room • Administrators and game personnel are friendly and respectful – before, during and after the contest • Host athletic trainer connects with visiting team • Sportsmanship message is read. Positive signs of good sportsmanship • Staff available and effective in dealing with crowd control/fan issues • PA and webcast announcers appropriate in broadcasting contests
Visiting Teams • Respect for host institutions facilities (ex. Locker room, bench area, meeting spaces, etc.)
Coaching Staff • Exhibit outstanding sportsmanship – respects officials; addresses issues with SA’s if it occurs
Student-Athletes • Student-athletes are under control; do not talk back to officials; demonstrate respect for opponents; appropriate language at all times
Fans • Positive support of their team; no evidence of badgering officials or opposing players”
Upon conclusion of a team’s season the SWA will gather each team’s feedback during the end of season meeting for this award and submit to the conference office.
