Junior Player Code of Conduct

As a junior member of the Southbridge Rugby Football Club, you are expected to uphold the following standards of behaviour both on and off the field:

• Play for enjoyment.
• Play hard but fair.
• Play by the laws 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 your opponent.
• Remember the goals of the game are to have fun, improve your skills and feel good.

Coach Code of Conduct

As a Coach of the Southbridge Rugby Football Club, you are expected to uphold the following standards of behaviour both on and off the field:

• Positively reinforce the actions of players.
• Lead by example.
• Be honest with yourself and players.
• Create an enjoyable environment in which to play the game.
• Develop team respect for referees.
• Give all players the opportunity to participate.
• Insist on fair play and discipline.
• Be reasonable on the demands on players’ time, energy and enthusiasm.
• Encourage sportsmanship.

Parent and Spectator Code of Conduct

As a Parent and Spectator of the Southbridge Rugby Football Club, you are expected to uphold the following standards of behaviour both on and off the field:

• Applaud the performance of both teams.
• Be positive with the referee.
• Acknowledge the efforts of the referee.
• Let players play their game, not your game.
• Praise efforts, not results.
• Set an example for the players.
• No sideline abuse toward referees, players, coaches, managers, or fellow supporters will be tolerated. Respectful behaviour is expected at all times.

Need Support or Have Concerns?

If you have any concerns related to this Code of Conduct, please contact:

Rachel Rolton - Junior Rugby Officer – Mobile: +64 21 1494625  

​​​​​​​Email: jabsrfc@gmail.com