​​​​​​​Code of Conduct

Under Development - Awaiting Committee Ratification

Athletes   

It isn't whether you win or lose, but how you play the game.

Compete and train for the "fun of it", not just to please your parents or coach.

Act in a manner that upholds the good reputation of the club.

Display good sporting behaviour at all times. Cheer all good performances, whether your club mates are your opponents.

Remember that the goal of training or competition is to have fun, improve your skills and feel good. Don't be a show-off or brag about your own performances.

Play by the rules. Never argue with the official's decision. Let our Club Captain, a Team Manager or your coach ask any necessary questions.

Work equally for yourself and your team in relay and team events, your team's performance will benefit and so will your own.

Treat all athletes as you would like to be treated. Don't interfere with, bully or take unfair advantage of any athlete.

Co-operate with your coach, club and meeting officials, club mates and opponents, for without them you don't have competition.

Parents/Guardians/Carers/Supporters 

A young person's basic training in good sportsmanship comes from home.

If your young person is interested, encourage them participate. However, if your young person is not willing, do not force him or her.

Focus upon your young person's efforts and performance rather than the overall outcome of the event. This assists your young person in setting realistic goals related to his/her ability by reducing the emphasis on winning.

Teach your young person that honest effort is as important as winning so that the result of each competition is accepted without undue disappointment.

Encourage your young person to always participate according to the rules and expectations of the club.

Never ridicule or yell at your young person for making a mistake or losing a competition.

Remember young people are involved in organising sports for their enjoyment not yours.

Remember that young people learn the best by example, applaud good performance by all athletes.

If you disagree with an official, raise the issue through the appropriate channels rather than question the official's judgement and honesty in public.   

Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse and bullying behaviours from sports activities.

Recognise the value and importance of volunteer coaches, team managers and officials. They give of their time and resources to provide recreational activities and support for your young person.  

Coaches / Officials / Managers

Always remember that young people participate for pleasure, enjoyment and winning is only part of the fun.

Never use negative ridicule or yell at a young person for making a mistake or not winning.

Be considerate and reasonable in your demands on a young persons’ time, energy and enthusiasm. Athletics may only be one part of their busy lives.

Always operate within the code of conduct, rules and spirit of fairplay of our sport and instruct our young people to do the same.

Always ensure that the time young people spend with you as coach is a positive experience. All young people are deserving of equal attention and opportunities.

Display control, respect and professionalism to all involved within our sport. This includes athletes, opponents, coaches, officials, administrators, the media, parents/guardians and other spectators. Encourage athletes to do the same, be a great role model.

Always show concern toward sick and injured players. Follow the advice of trained medical professionals when determining whether an injured young person is ready to recommence training and competition.

Where appropriate obtain qualifications and keep up to date with the latest coaching practices and the latest principles of growth and development of young people.

Any physical contact with a young person should be appropriate to the situation and necessary for the young person's skill development or medical care.

Respect the rights of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.

It is essential that the above three parties (athletes, parents/guardians and coaches/officials/managers) are familiar with and adhere to our code of conduct. 

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