AUSTISM SPECTRUM ATHLETICS IS PRIMARILY A NON COMPETIVE SPORTS LEAGUE, BUT ASA DOES OFFER MILD COMPETITIVE SPORTS PROGRAMS FOR OLDER HIGH FUNCTIONING CHILDREN


*SPECTRUM OF PROGRAMS*

Lower functioning programs are design to be completely non competitive and stress free for all ages. This division encourages the involvement of parents, siblings, coaches, jr coaches and volunteers to assist or shadow lower functioning children

Moderate functioning programs are designed to be completely non competitive and stress free. This division will utilize coaches and jr coaches to manage teams and games

Higher functioning programs are designed to be mildly competitive with a relaxed enviroment WHILE promoting excellent sportsmanship


*PLAYERS COMMITMENT*

All players are encouraged to attend every practice, game and event. But with Spectrum children, that is not always possible.
ASA wants players and parents to know that absences from any game or practice is acceptable


*MISSION STATEMENT*

Autism Spectrum Athletics (ASA) is committed to providing non competitive seasonal sports programs. Programs are designed for children with Autism, Aspergers, Central Auditory Processing (CAPD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity (ADHD/ADD) and other related disorders

ASA utilizes traditional sports to develop sports knowledge and physical motor skills. Participation in sports programs helps children to increase self confidence, communications, independence and socialization skills.

Autism Spectrum Athletics is committed to providing a stress free and positive peer support community based sports socialization programs for children with spectrum disorders.


*OUR PHILOSOPHY*

“It’s not if they can do it...but when?”


*OUR MOTTO*

"Where Awesome and Amazing Happen"

asa Code of Conduct

Code of Conduct policies and procedures are designed to define the importance of creating a family friendly, stress free and non-hostile environment.
Participants and family members are encouraged to promote good sportsmanship and respectfulness towards all players, families, coaches and officials of Autism Spectrum Athletics.

 I will encourage my child to praise other team member and opponents for competing fairly, trying hard and displaying good sportsmanship.

 I will never, and will NEVER encourage my child to ridicule or yell at players or other participants for making a mistake or losing a competition.

 I will respect the officials of the league and their authority during all league events. I will never question or confront coaches during sporting events. I will take time to speak with league officials and/or coaches at an agreed upon time and location to address concerns.

 I will not allow my child to use any profanity and/or violence or hostile behavior at league games, functions and events.

 There will be no smoking or other use of tobacco, alcoholic beverages, and controlled substances of any kind or other related items while engaging in league games.

 I will not appear at any practice or game under the influence of alcohol or other controlled substance.

 I will not force my child to participate in sports.

 I will remember that children participate to have fun and that the game is for players.

 I will inform the coach of any physical disability or ailment that may affect the safety of my child or the safety of others.

 I (and my guests) will be a positive role model for all children and encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy, and by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, officials, and spectators at every game, practice or other events.

 I (and my guests) will not engage in any kind of unsportsman like or disrespectful conduct with any player, parent, coach or league official. I (and my guests) will not use profane language, gestures, or display hostility at any games or events.

 I will not encourage any behaviors or practices that would endanger the health and well being of the participants.

 I will teach my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence.