TARADALE RUGBY AND SPORTS CLUB - JUNIOR RUGBY

CODE OF CONDUCT

PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT

• Play to win but also play to enjoy
• Play hard but play fair
• Play by the rules of the game
• Be committed to your team. Attend all practices and matches
• Never argue with the referee. Control your temper at all times
• Work equally hard for yourself and your team
• Be a good sport. Applaud all good play whether by your team or the opposition
• Respect the Coach – they are doing their best & volunteer their time to help you
• The goals of the game are to have fun, improve your skills and feel good

COACH CODE OF CONDUCT

• Positively reinforce the actions of all players regardless of ability
• Lead by example
• Be honest with yourself and the team players – deliver information in a positive manner
• Create an enjoyable environment in which to play the game
• Come to trainings organised and with a plan in mind – this helps keep everyone engaged
• Develop team respect for referees
• Give all players the opportunity to participate in the game
• Insist on fair play and discipline
• Be reasonable on the demand on players' time, energy, enthusiasm
• Encourage sportsmanship

SPECTATOR CODE OF CONDUCT

• Applaud the performance of both teams
• Be positive with and acknowledge the efforts of the referee – it is not an easy job
• Let players play their game, not your game – remember their age
• Praise efforts, not results
• Set an example for the players – you are the adult role model
• Respect the Coach – they are doing their best & volunteer their time for your child