EASTBOURNE RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB
Code of Conduct
The ERFC ideals match those of WRFU
Respect, Understanding, Leadership, Responsibility
And those of NZRU APPLAUD code.
Players
Good sport is all about positive attitude. As a player representing ERFC you will:
Abide by all laws of the game.
Never argue with referees, coaches or managers or lose your temper
Give maximum effort in all games and training
Advise management team of any illness or injury
Be a good team member, encourage and support your team. Help others where you can
Remember to thank opposition, referees, coaches, supporters
Be positive and do not put others down, display modesty in victory & graciousness in defeat
Have fun
Coaching & Management team
As a Coaching & management team you set the standards expected of the team. As a member of the this team you will:
Will arrive ahead of training start time with a planned session that will start on time
Set personal behaviour standards and lead the team by example
Give each player the same amount of attention and time, accepting differing levels of ability & Skill
Provide each athlete with the same opportunities to play and train
Never argue with referees, never encourage or accept cheating, do not make excuses for losing. Will display control, respect & professionalism
Be positive, never shout or ridicule players
Respect all players efforts, accepting winning is only part of the fun of playing
Encourage respect for other players, teams and officials
Have fun and instil fair play in all we do
Parents and supporters
As parents and supporters you help set the tone of the team, and what is acceptable behaviour. As a parent or supporter of the ERFC you will:
Respect that people (players, coaches, volunteers, officials) are involved in rugby for a variety of reasons, but generally for enjoyment
Support and applaud good performance from all players
Accept the decisions of referees and coaching team
Leave any discrepancies to the coaching team please DO NOT approach referees
Remember your role is to support your child, be positive and leave the coaching to the coaches
Assist the team – help with cleaning equipment at end of training, carrying water bottles
Have fun, accept the game is the players game.
Team expectations
Players commit to being part of the team. The coaches will support player development and skill growth and commit to ensuring fair game time.
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