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PLAYERS’ CODE OF CONDUCT

·         Play by the rules.

·         Never argue with an official. If you disagree, have your captain, coach or manager approach the official during a break or after the competition.

·         Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials or other players, deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent is not acceptable or permitted in any sport.

·         Work equally hard for yourself and/or your team. Your team’s performance will benefit so will you.

·         Be a good sport. Applaud all good plays whether they be by your team or the opposition.

·         Treat all players as you would like to be treated. Do not interfere with, bully or take unfair advantage of another player.

·         Co-operate with your coach, team-mates and opponents. Without them there would be no competition.

·         Play for the fun of it, and not just to please parents and coaches.

SPECTATORS’ AND PARENTS’ CODE OF BEHAVIOUR

·         Remember that young people play sport for their enjoyment, not yours.

·         Applaud good performance and efforts from each team. Congratulate all participants upon their performance regardless of the game’s outcome.

·         Respect officials’ decisions and teach young people to do the same.

·         Never ridicule or scold a young player for making a mistake. Positive comments are motivational.

·         Condemn the use of violence in any form, be it by spectators, coaches officials or players.

·         Show respect for your team’s opponents. Without them there would be no game.

·         Encourage players to follow the rules and the officials’ decisions.

·         Do not use foul language or harass players, coaches or officials.

·         Respect rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of gender, ability, cultural background or religion.