Code of Conduct

By registering to play with the Newlands Junior Rugby Club, both parent/caregiver and players agree to abide by our code of conduct (from SmallBlacks.com):

​​​​​​​Applaud Code for Parents/Caregivers and Spectators

I will:

• respect officials’ and coaches’ decisions;
• respect the efforts of their opponents;
• applaud good plays and performances by both my team and their opponents;
• give positive comments that motivate and encourage continued effort;
• support my team’s efforts and performance;
• thank the coaches, officials and other volunteers who give their time to conduct the​​​​​​​ event;
• assist 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;
• acknowledge that the game is the player’s game not mine;
• use appropriate language with players, coaches, officials and other spectators.

Applaud Code for Players

I will:

• not 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 behavior in rugby;
• work equally hard for myself and my team;
• treat all players in my sport as I like to be treated.  I will not bully or take unfair advantage of another player;
• co-operate with my coach, team mates 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;
• use appropriate language with players, coaches, officials and other spectators.