Code of conduct

Take part for the ‘fun of it’ and not just to please parents and coaches.

• Abide by the rules.
• Never argue with Officials.
• Control your temper.
• Work equally hard for yourself and your Club Team.
• Be a good sport.
• Treat others as you would like to be treated.
• Co-operate with your coach, team mates, opponents and Officials. Without them there would be no meeting.
• Show respect for equipment and the facilities.
• IT'S NOT IF YOU WIN OR LOSE, BUT HOW YOU COMPETE AT THE MEETING.

Managers, Coaches, Parents/Supporters​​​​ 

• Remember, children are involved in organised sport for their enjoyment, not yours. 
• Encourage children to abide by the rules.
• Remember that children take part for enjoyment and that winning is only part of their motivation.
• Avoid concentrating on the talented youngsters. The average athletes need and deserve equal time.
• Focus upon the child’s efforts and performances rather than the overall outcome of the event.
• Never ridicule or shout at a child making a mistake or losing a competition.
• Children learn best by example. Applaud good performances by everyone. 
• Develop respect for Officials and opposing coaches.
• If you disagree with an Official, raise the issue through the appropriate channel (your Team Manager) rather than question the Official in public.
• Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities.
• Show respect for equipment and the facilities.
• Recognise the value and importance of volunteer Managers, Coaches and Officials.They freely give their time and resources to provide sports activities for children.REMEMBER, MANY OF THEM ARE PARENTS TEMPORARILY PERFORMING A DIFFERENT FUNCTION.