At Wakehurst Rugby Club, we believe in creating positive and fun experiences through rugby. We encourage everyone to embody these values while participating or spectating.
Player Code of Conduct:
- Play for the love of the game and the joy of playing with your friends.
- Always give your best effort and strive to improve.
- Respect and follow the rules of rugby.
- Show good sportsmanship; cheer for good play from both your team and your opponents.
- Treat all players with respect, as you would like to be treated.
- Stay composed at all times regardless of the situation.
- Avoid dangerous or unsafe play.
- It is unacceptable to criticise or abuse officials, coaches, or fellow players, argue with the referee, deliberately foul an opponent, or throw equipment.
Parents Code of Conduct:
- Do not place undue pressure on your child. Remember, they play for their enjoyment, not yours.
- Encourage your child to respect and follow the rules.
- Motivate your child to do their best and celebrate their honest efforts more than winning.
- Promote good sportsmanship by applauding good play from all players.
- Never ridicule or yell at any child for making a mistake.
- Let kids be kids and enjoy their game.
- Respect the referee’s judgment and integrity, and model this behavior for your children.
- Understand that referees are integral to the game and are often volunteers giving their time. Any form of abuse or harassment towards referees is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.
- Recognize the invaluable contribution of volunteer Coaches, Managers, and Referees who provide the opportunity for your children to play rugby.
Spectator Code of Conduct:
- Remember that the players are not professional athletes. Allow kids to enjoy their game.
- Avoid using offensive language or harassing players, coaches, or referees.
- Applaud good play by all players, including the opposition.
- Condemn any form of violence.
- Referees deserve respect and appreciation for their role in the game.
- Any form of abuse or harassment towards referees is unacceptable and will result in removal from the venue.
Together, let’s create a supportive, engaging, and encouraging rugby community at Wakehurst Rugby Club! 🏉💚