encourage my child to play within the rules and respect officials’ and coaches’ decisions
teach my child to respect the efforts of their opponents
remember that children learn best by example so I will applaud good plays/ performances by both my child’s team and their opponents
give positive comments that motivate and encourage continued effort
support my child’s efforts and performance
thank the coaches, officials and other volunteers who give their time to conduct the event for my child
help when asked by a coach or official
respect the rights, dignity and worth of all people involved in the game, regardless of their gender, ability or cultural background.
I will not:
pressure my child in any way – I know that this is their game not mine
I will not arrive at the venue intoxicated or drink alcohol at junior matches
use bad language, nor will I harass players, coaches, officials or other spectators
criticise or ridicule my child’s performance after the game.
Players
I will:
always play by the rules
never argue with an official. If I disagree with a decision I will inform the captain, coach or manager during a break or after the competition
control my temper. I understand that verbal abuse of officials and other players or deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent is not acceptable or permitted behaviour in any sport
work equally hard for myself and my team
be a good sport and applaud all good plays whether they are made by my team or the opposition
treat all players in my sport as I like to be treated. I will not bully or take unfair advantage of another competitor
co-operate with my coach, teammates and opponents
display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat
participate for my own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents and coaches
respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion
thank the opposition and officials at the end of the game
comply with anti-doping policies.
I will not:
arrive at the venue or play sport while intoxicated