Parent Athlete Pledge

I, , a parent of an athlete on the Quinn Haven Stables show team, hereby solemnly swear to the following:

• I will support my child in putting the needs of their horse or pony above themselves and their desire to win.

• I will allow this sport to be my child’s by giving them the time to process their performance, encourage them always, and celebrate their growth.

• I will encourage good sportsmanship by my child, their teammates, coaches, spectators, and my family.

• I will be a proper role model for all athletes and spectators alike.

• I will always respect the decisions of the judge and steward.

• I will be respectful to show management and spectators.

• I will give the coaches the time they need at the ring to focus on my child and their teammates.

• I will take responsibility for my actions.

As a parent, I acknowledge that I am a role model. I will remember that athletics at all levels are a privilege and a learning experience. Winning is not the most important part of sports but the life lessons we learn and the relationships that are forged along the way are; most importantly, the one between rider and their horse or pony.