Parachute/Battlement Mesa Parks and Recreation District.Sportsmanship is the number one priority for the Park and Recreation District. The values of good citizenship and high behavioral standards apply equally to all activity disciplines. In perception and practice, good sportsmanship shall be defined as those qualities of behavior which are characterized by generosity and genuine concern for othe
rs. Further, an awareness is expected of the impact of an individual’s influence on the behavior of others. Good sportsmanship is viewed as a concrete measure of the understanding and commitment to fair play, ethical behavior and integrity. It takes hard work and discipline, but sportsmanship is the most important value gained from recreational sports programs.