Sportsmanship Initiative - Code of Conduct Statement for Student-Athletes

The Mountain West Conference Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) believes the most important aspects of sport are good ethics and positive sportsmanship. It is very pleased the Conference has undertaken an initiative to enhance this philosophy. We need your commitment to make this effort a success.

The SAAC believes that, in order for an institution to convey a message of good ethics and positive sportsmanship, it must have the involvement and the participation of those individuals most involved in athletics on campus. While this includes, but is not limited to, the President, athletic administrators, coaches and fans, the most important individuals are we student-athletes. It is our behavior, more than any other, that can shape the perception of our teams and institutions by the public, the media and our opponents.

Good ethics and positive sportsmanship are philosophies that must be displayed both on and off the playing field. Good sportsmanship on the field enhances the student-athlete image off the field. Not only should student-athletes be good citizens, they should show a general concern for others. We must take a leadership role to compete at the highest levels, always endeavoring for victory, but doing so with grace, class, dignity and respect.

Please join us in supporting the Conference's Sportsmanship Initiative. Such an initiative will help make the Mountain West Conference one of the premier athletic conferences in the country. Best of luck with the coming season and we look forward to crossing paths with you in and on the courses, fields, courts, pools and tracks.