Gay Games València is hosting a sporting and cultural event that is unique in the world, bringing together thousands of people every four years under the same spirit: inclusion, respect, diversity, and celebration. While competition is an important part of the Gay Games experience, the first priority is the safety and wellbeing of our athletes and our community. This Code of Conduct outlines the basic expectations of behavior as a participant in basketball competition, on and off the court, to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants. The standards of conduct listed as well as the general spirit that is implied shall be followed and respected by all participants.

1. I will remember that playing basketball and involvement with the Gay Games is an opportunity to connect with the community and have fun.
2. I accept responsibility for my behavior on and off the court and I understand that my behavior affects my teammates and our community. I will refrain from any activity or conduct that may be detrimental or reflect adversely upon my teammates and our community.
3. I will show respect for all athletes, referees, guests and the basketball organizers and volunteers at all times. I will treat everyone with respect regardless of age, race, color, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, sex, sexual orientation, religion, or abilities and I will expect to be treated accordingly.
4. I will not engage in unsportsmanlike conduct including, but not limited to, the following:
   1. Committing flagrant fouls or endangering the safety and wellbeing of other participants
   2. Verbal or physical threats or physical violence toward athletes, referees, guests, or basketball organizers and volunteers at any time
   3. Unwanted sexual advances or assaults against athletes, referees, guests, or basketball organizers and volunteers at any time
   4. Discriminatory, harassing, disrespectful, derogatory or unruly behavior, including taunting or excessive swearing or vulgarities
5. I will not tolerate inappropriate behavior, regardless of the situation, and will report such incidents to the basketball organizers and I will not encourage the unsportsmanlike conduct of other athletes or spectators.
6. I will adhere to the Games Rules at all times.
7. I will show respect for the conditions and quality of all venues used for the basketball competition. Such respect includes taking reasonable care of the facilities, and not engaging in actions such as destruction of property.

I understand that violations may result in the forfeiture of my registration fee and my removal from the
remainder of the tournament.