Codes of Conduct - Players
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5. Codes of Conduct - Players


  • Recognise and appreciate the efforts of coaches, match officials, parents and other players.
  • Understand and value the loyalty and commitment of adults and team mates.
  • Encourage all players and do not enter into any type of abuse/ bullying either on the pitch or off the pitch.
  • Inform a coach, adult or club official of any unacceptable treatment/abuse.
  • Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding the good performances of all.
  • Play rugby for enjoyment, and because you want to.
  • Publicly accept officials’ judgements.
  • Be attentive and work hard at training and coaching sessions.
  • Use correct and proper language at all times; no swearing.
  • Ensure any injury pre-training/match is reported immediately to the coach.
  • Be a sportsman and win with dignity and lose with grace.
  • Follow and accept the rugby rules of the game do not question the referees decision discuss it later with the coach.
  • Control your emotions and do not verbally or physically abuse players, referees, parents or officials.