Players’ Code of Conduct
As a player you agree to:
• Play because you want to, not to please your coaches or parents or others.
• If anything is worrying you, or you are not enjoying playing, speak to your parents, the Coach or Club Welfare Officer (CWO)
• Respect and listen to your coach and accept their decisions.
• Try your best at all times in training and games.
• Go to training if possible & let your coach know if you can’t.
• Keep the changing rooms clean and respect your club environment.
• Shake hands with the opposition after the game, even if you’ve lost and are upset.
• Respect other players - No retaliation, don’t abuse them, check they’re ok if injured, and look after each other.
• Support your team mates, especially if they make a mistake or are feeling down.
• Not swear or use abusive language.
• Respect the Match Officials – Respect all decisions, remember they are here to enjoy the game and may be children too.
• Play fair - Don’t fight or be a dirty player, try and keep your temper under control.
• Not make racist, homophobic or other comments that do not show respect to other players.
• Not bully and report any bullying you see.
• Welcome and encourage new players.
• Not use social media to make negative comments, criticise or abuse any player, team, volunteer, club or the game of Rugby League