Codes of Conduct

Play because you want to do so, not to please coaches or parents.
Remember that skill development, fun and enjoyment are the most important parts of the game.
Be focused and attentive at all training and coaching sessions.
Work as hard for your team as for yourself – both will then benefit.
Be a sportsman – win or lose – and recognise good play by all players on both teams
Play to the Laws of the Game and accept, without question, all referees decisions
Control your emotions. Verbal or physical abuse of team mates, opponents, or match officials is unacceptable
Treat all players as you would like to be treated. Do not abuse, bully or take advantage of any player

Recognise that the safety of players is paramount
Remember that young people play rugby for their own enjoyment not that of their parents and they learn much, both good and bad, by example
Encourage but do not force young people to play. Focus on their efforts and be realistic about their abilities; do not push them beyond the level they can achieve
Respect match officials and encourage young players to do so
Provide positive support at training and during games; show appreciation of good play by players from every team
Stay positive: negative messages adversely affect the performance and attitude of players, officials and coaches
Support the Clubs efforts to rid the game of unacceptable, abusive and violent behaviour
Be familiar with the coaching and training and match programme so that you can ensure that your child is fully involved and that coaches/team managers are aware of your child’s availability
Acknowledge good individual and team performance from young players of all teams
Respect match officials decisions. Remember these volunteers provide the opportunity for youngsters to play rugby
Never verbally abuse young players, match officials, other spectators or coaches.