| PLAYERS |
| Play by the rules – always. |
| Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents and coaches. |
| Never argue with an official. If you need clarification, have your captain, coach or manager approach the official during a break or after the game. |
| Verbally abusing officials or umpires, sledging other players, or deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent are all unacceptable behaviours. |
| Show respect to and acknowledge opponents and officials (e.g. shake hands before and after the game, thank the umpire etc). |
| Work equally hard for yourself and your team. Your team’s performance will benefit – and so will you. |
| Be a good sport. Applaud all good plays whether they are made by your own team, or the opposition.
Winning and losing is part of the team sport experience – learn to be a gracious loser and a modest winner. |
| Control your temper and play fair – no matter what. Bullying or taking unfair advantage of others – either teammates or competitors – will not be tolerated. |
| Cooperate with your coach and teammates. Be at training on time and participate fully. Turn up for your games on time and if you are unavailable inform your coach or manager as soon as possible. |
| Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. |
| Be patient and understanding with the club administration, the coach, and umpires. Remember they are trying to do their best to please everyone. |
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PARENTS & SPECTATORS |
| Remember children participate in sport for their enjoyment, not yours. Do not pressure them in any way. |
| Encourage children to play according to the rules and to settle disagreements without using hostility or violence. |
| Never ridicule or yell at a child, or criticise them for making a mistake or not winning. |
| Respect official’s decisions and encourage children to do likewise. |
| Show appreciation for volunteers coaches, officials and administrators. Recognise the value of the volunteers – they give their time help your child. |
| Applaud good performance and efforts from all individuals and teams. Congratulate all participants, regardless of the game’s outcome. |
| Condemn the use of violence, verbal abuse or sledging in any form whether it is by spectators, coaches, officials or players. |
| Children learn by example, so always set a good example and never use bad language, nor harass players, officials, spectators or other coaches. |
| Encourage your child to play within the rules and the spirit of the game, and to respect the officials’ and coaches’ decisions – no matter what. |
| Focus on your child’s efforts and performance – not the score. |
| Do not consume alcohol or drugs, or arrive intoxicated at any junior match. |
| Do not allow the unlawful supply of alcohol or other drugs to minors at training, games or club functions. |
| If the coach or another club official, asks you to help – such as canteen duty or to help with scoring, please do so. When children see parents taking an active role in their sport, they get more out of the whole experience. |
| Support policy and practices (and lead by example) in relation to responsible use of alcohol, child protection issues and issues involving recreational and performance-enhancing drugs. |
| Support involvement in modified rules games and other junior development programs. |
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COACHES |
| Remember young people participate for pleasure and winning is only part of the fun. |
| Do not ridicule or yell at players for making a mistake, or for not winning. |
| Give young people the chance to try out different playing positions and different sports. |
| Create opportunities for participants to learn appropriate sports behaviour as well as basic skills. Ensure time spent being coached is a positive experience for the players. |
| Give priority to free play activities, skill learning and modified sports over highly structured competition. |
| Keep up to date with coaching practices and qualifications and the principles of physical growth and development. |
| Operate within the rules and spirit of the game, and teach the players to do the same. |
| Encourage young people to participate in administration, coaching and umpiring, as well as playing. |
| Set a good example and never use bad language, nor harass players, officials, spectators or other coaches. |
| Display control, respect and professionalism to all involved with sport – including opponents, umpires, coaches, officials, administrators, the media, parents and spectators. Encourage your players to do the same. |
| Do not consume alcohol or other drugs, or arrive intoxicated at any match where you are the coach or in an official capacity. |
| Do not allow the unlawful supply of alcohol or other drugs to minors at training, games or club functions. |
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OFFICIALS |
| Apply rules and regulations to match the skill levels and needs of young people. |
| Compliment and encourage all participants – you are a role model and a major source of a young person’s confidence building. |
| Be consistent, objective and courteous when making and carrying out decisions. |
| Condemn unsporting behaviour and promote respect for all officials and players.. |
| Keep up to date with the latest trends in officiating and the principles of growth and development of young people. |
| Place the safety and welfare of the participants above all else. |
| Be familiar with and know your role in relevant sport safety policies and practices. |
| Implement policy and practices (and lead by example) in relation to responsible use of alcohol and in relation to recreational and performance-enhancing drugs |
| Ensure equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age and ability of all players. |
| ADMINISTRATORS |
| Are to provide opportunities for players to be involved in planning, leadership, evaluation and decision-making related to their activity. |
| Are to create pathways for players to participate, not just as a player but also as a coach, umpire, administrator, etc. |
| Ensure rules, equipment, length of games and training schedules are modified to suit the age, ability and maturity level of players. |
| Ensure quality supervision and instruction for players. |
| Remember players participate for their own benefit and enjoyment. Do not over-emphasise awards. |
| Help coaches and officials highlight and demonstrate appropriate behaviour and skill development, and help to improve the standards of coaching and officiating. |
| Ensure everyone involved in the club emphasises a fair play attitude, rather than winning at all costs. |
| Distribute a code of conduct to players, coaches, officials and parents and encourage them to follow it. |
| Do not arrive at the venue intoxicated or drink alcohol at junior matches. |
| Do not allow the unlawful supply of alcohol and other drugs at training, games at club functions. |
| Set a good example and never use bad language, nor harass players, officials, spectators or other coaches. |
| Display control, respect and professionalism to all involved with sport – including opponents, umpires, coaches, officials, administrators, the media, parents and spectators. Encourage your players to do the same. |
| Implement policy and practices (and lead by example) in relation to responsible use of alcohol and in relation to recreational and performance-enhancing drugs |
| Be familiar with and know your role in relevant sport safety policies and practices. |
| All players, parents, spectators, administrators and officials are also expected to: |
| Listen to the players and ensure the time spent with you is a positive experience. |
| Implement and promote relevant sport safety policies and practices. |
| Promote a culturally-tolerant environment. |
| Operate within the rules and spirit of your sport and teach your players to do the same. |
| Relate to all other officials in a courteous and polite way. |
| Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. |
