Rule 52

The Kansas State High School Activities Association has adopted the following rules and interpretations to ensure proper sportsmanship behavior by all participants at high school athletic functions. Click here for more information.

Sportsmanship/Citizenship - Rule 52

Rule 52 - Sportsmanship Interpretations

The following interpretations and policies were adopted by the KSHSAA Executive Board on November 17, 1988, in regard to Citizenship/Sportsmanship Rule 52. These are meant to clarify and assist member schools in their enforcement of this regulation. (revised June 9, 2014)

Desirable and unacceptable behavior illustrations are “examples” and are not to be considered all inclusive. These examples can occur prior to, during, and after the game or contest.

Rule 52

Sportsmanship/Citizenship - Rule 52

Introduction

Philosophy

Section 1 - General Regulations (applies to grades 7-12)

Rule 52 - Sportsmanship Interpretations

In regard to 52-1-1a - Be courteous to all (participants, cheerleaders, coaches, officials, staff and fans):

In regard to 52-1-lb - Know the rules, abide by and respect the official’s decisions:

In regard to 52-1-lc - Win with character and lose with dignity:

In regard to 52-1-ld - Display appreciation for good performance regardless of the team:

In regard to 52-1-le - Exercise self-control and reflect positively upon yourself, team and school:

In regard to 52-1-1f - Permit only positive sportsmanlike behavior to reflect on your school or its activities: