Club Officials And Volunteers

All volunteers must:

• Consider the well being and safety of participants before development of performance.
• Develop an appropriate working relationship with the performers based on mutual trust and respect.
• Make sure that all activities are appropriate to the age, ability and experience of those taking part.
• Promote the positive aspects of the sport, (e.g. fair play).
• Display consistently high standards of behaviour and appearance.
• Follow all guidelines laid down by the national governing body and the club.
• Hold the appropriate valid qualifications and insurance cover.
• Never exert undue influence over performers to obtain personal benefit or reward.
• Never condone rule violations, rough play or the use of prohibitive substances.
• Encourage performers to value their performance and not just results.

Parents/Guardians

• Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them.
• Discourage unfair play and arguing with match officials.
• Help your child to recognise good performance and not just results.
• Never force your child to take part in sport.
• Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding the good performances of all.
• Never punish or belittle for losing or making mistakes.
• Publicly accept official's judgements.
• Support your child's involvement and help them to enjoy their sport.
• Use correct and proper language at all times.