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Our Code of behaviour exists for a very good reason, to ensure that we achieve or goals of providing a fun, family friendly environment for athletes and parents alike. Any breaches of this code are taken very seriously and acted upon.
Compliment all participants on their efforts
Be consistent, objective and courteous in calling all infractions
Condemn unsporting behaviour and promote respect for all opponents
Ensure that the 'spirit of the game' for children is not lost by using common sense and not over-emphasising errors
Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age and ability of the participant
Publicly encourage and reinforce the principles of participants for fun and enjoyment
Ensure that your behaviour is consistent with the principles of good sporting behaviour
Make a personal commitment to keep yourself informed of sound officiating principles and the principles of growth and development of children
Avoid the use of bad language and derogatory language based on gender
Do not use physical or verbal abuse, or practice any inappropriate behaviour
Teach athletes that rules of the sport are mutual agreements which no-one should evade or break
Whenever possible, group athletes to give a reasonable chance of success
Avoid over-playing the talented athletes. The 'just average' athletes need and deserve equal time
Remember that children participate for fun and enjoyment and that winning is only part of their motivation. Never ridicule or yell at the children for making mistakes or losing a competition
Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age and ability of the athletes
Take into consideration the maturity level of the children, when scheduling and determining the length of practice times and competition
Develop athletes respect for the ability of opponents as well as for the judgement of officials and opposing coaches
Make a personal commitment to keeping yourself informed of sound coaching principles and the principles of growth and development of children
Avoid the use of bad language and derogatory language based on gender. Do not use physical or verbal abuse, or practice any inappropriate behaviour
For ATHLETES:
Be good sports
Compete for enjoyment
Work hard for the Centre as well as yourself
Treat all opponents the way you would like to be treated
Compete within the rules of the event and the Centre
Cooperate with all officials
Control your behaviour on and off the track
Learn to value honest effort, skilled performance and continued improvement
For PARENTS and SPECTATORS:
Encourage participation by your children
Be a good role model for sports behaviour
Be courteous to athletes, officials and other spectators
Children compete for enjoyment. Discourage the 'win at all cost' mentality
Make any new parents welcome on all occasions
Do not interfere with the conduct of an event
Do not abuse any child, particularly your own
Reward the performances of all athletes with generous praise and applause