HRFU

CODE OF CONDUCT

1.   All persons in membership of this Club, or supporting this Club, are expected to play or support the playing of the Game in accordance with the spirit of good sportsmanship and fair play.

2.   In particular, everyone, including players, officials, coaches, parents and spectators, must ensure that in their playing of the Game, and also in their general support of the Club and its teams, they at no time indulge in any unsporting behaviour or activities which could blemish the good name of the Club or bring the reputation of the Game into disrepute, namely, insulting opponents; making offensive remarks to match officials or opposition supporters; deliberately feigning injury; taking property belonging to opponents; playing under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs; making racial or racist remarks; or behaving in any way likely to cause offence (including to members of the public whilst travelling to, or from, a match).

3.   Members or supporters will not publicly criticise match officials, club officials, other clubs or players through the media nor through any other process including widespread use of e-mails. Any difficulties will only be discussed and resolved through official channels, usually through the Chairman or Secretary.

4.   Club policy is not to poach players or coaches from other clubs by financial inducements.

5.   Everyone should understand that this Club could be held accountable to the Rugby Football Union for any misconduct such as that outlined above.

6.   This Club will not select any player or coach who repeatedly infringes this Code.

7.   The Disciplinary Sub Committee may hold an inquiry into any alleged breach of this Code and may suspend or expel any serious offender, whether or not the case will be dealt with by the Hampshire Rugby Football Union. The Trojans Club General Committee will deal with any proposal for suspension or termination of membership.

8.   The following guidelines are aimed primarily at Mini and Junior Rugby but equally apply to Colts Rugby and, where appropriate, Senior Rugby. They will be considered part of this Code of Conduct.

Code of Conduct Guidelines

Players will: 

• Understand the laws of the game and play within them.

• Accept the referee’s decisions; let the Captain ask any necessary questions.

• Play within the spirit of the game, dirty play cannot be condoned in any circumstances.

• Work equally hard for yourself and your team - your team’s performance will benefit and so will your own.

• Remember that the aim of the game is to have fun, to improve your skills and to feel good. Don't show off or always try to get the most points.

• Be a good sport. Appreciate the skills of the opposition and talk to them about the game afterwards

 Coaches will: 

• Consider the safety of all players at all times

• Promote fair play

• Eradicate racism and sexism from the sport

• Display high standards of behaviour and appearance

• Never exert undue influence over players

• Not encourage the consumption of alcohol by Youth Players

• Never condone law violations or the use of prohibited substances

• Ensure that youth rugby sessions are appropriate to the age and ability of the players involved

• Ensure that injured players are fully recovered before training/playing again.

• Motivate youngsters through positive feedback and constructive criticism.

• Make a personal commitment to keep informed on sound coaching principles and the principles of children's growth and development.

• Avoid over-playing talented players.

Parents/Spectators will: 

• Not force an unwilling child to participate in sport; he/she is not playing to satisfy your ambitions.

• Encourage your child always to play by the rules.

• Teach your child that effort and teamwork are as important as victory.

• Help your child towards skill improvement and a positive sporting attitude.

• Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from children^’s sporting activities.

• Recognise the value and importance of coaches and officials. They give their time and effort to provide guidance for your child.

• Set an example by being friendly to the parents of the opposition and emphasise enjoyment and fun

E-Mail  web@trojansrugby.co.uk or phone the Club on 023 8061 2400 (Bar) 023 8061 3068 (Admin)      

This page last updated:  13 August, 2010