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Published: Saturday, May 10, 1997

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Sports programs can provide year-round opportunities for members to participate and may include a wide variety of individual and team sports. Priesthood leaders, sports directors and coaches should ensure that all team members have regular opportunities to play.

The bishop determines whether individuals are eligible to participate in Church sports. The bishop may consider an individual's honesty, morality, attitude toward the Church and its leaders, observance of the Word of Wisdom, and Church activity, including attendance at meetings and willingness to comply with Church policies and standards. . . .- Instructions for Priesthood and Auxiliary

Leaders on Sports and Recreation Activities