MARPSA
Mid-Atlantic Recreation and Parks Sports Alliance
Governor Hogan Proclaims March 2020
“Good Sportsmanship Month”
Recognizing the major influence that sports plays in our society and that everyone involved in sports, at all levels, should promote good sportsmanship and foster the development of positive personal characteristics, Governor Lawrence J. Hogan, Jr. has proclaimed March 2020 as Good Sportsmanship Month in the state of Maryland.
Noting that elements of sportsmanship reflect crucial life skills that individuals will carry with them through their education and into the workplace, Sportsmanship has also been known to combat bullying and promote inclusion by providing a safe and healthy environment for all competitors.
The Proclamation will be (was) presented at the Maryland Recreation and Parks Associations Annual Awards Luncheon held in Baltimore on Thursday, February 27. Accepting the Proclamation will be David Ludington, Acting President of the Mid-Atlantic Recreation and Parks Sports Alliance.
MARPSA embraces these values and is committed to working with all providers and influencers of sports programs to provide such an environment where players value respect, fairness, integrity, responsibility, and perseverance.
Recognition of MARPSA GoodSports was created to highlight the positive sportsmanship within our communities. Each member organization should play a part in honoring GoodSports by identifying one Coach, Athlete, Official and Administrator who has demonstrated positive sportsmanship in recreation sponsored programs.
The 2020 MARPSA Good Sports Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, 6:00pm at Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis (600 Quiet Waters Park Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403).
Deadline for 2020 submissions is February 15, 2020
GoodSports
Coach
GoodSports
Athlete
Dedication
Emphasis on teamwork
Leadership
Motivator
Patience
Preparation
Respect for Officials
Teaching skills
Sportsmanship
Inspires love of sports
Emphasis on fun and player development
Academic effort
Attitude
Commitment to practice
Community service
Dedication
Leadership
Respect for Coaches/Officials
Respect for teammates
Fair Play
Plays with class
GoodSports
Administrator
i.e.
Board Member / Team Parent / Program Leader
i.e. Board Member / Team Parent / Program Leader
GoodSports
Official
Preparation
Dedication
Respect for Officials
Teaching Skills
Emphasis on Teamwork
Team Ethics
Leadership
Motivator
Sportsmanship
Patience
Preparation
Dedication
Respect for Coaches/Players
Teaching Skills
Emphasis on Teamwork
Official's Code of Ethics
Leadership
Motivator
Sportsmanship
Patience