PLAYERS’ CODE OF BEHAVIOUR
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TEAMS
PLAYERS/COACHES/SPECTATORS
We the undersigned players & coaches acknowledge
the need for all players, officials and spectators to
adhere to a Code of Behaviour. We will do our best to
ensure that any spectators associated with our club
also adhere to this Code of Behaviour
SIGNATURES
Play for the “fun of it”.
Play by the rules.
Never argue with an official. If you disagree, have
your captain or coach approach the official during a
break or after the game.
Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials or
other players, deliberately fouling or provoking an
Players Name (Print)
Parent Signature
opponent and throwing equipment is not acceptable
or permitted in any sport.
Work equally hard for yourself and your team.
Be reasonable in your demands on your players’
time, energy and enthusiasm.
Teach your players that rules of the sport are mutual
agreements which no one should evade or break.
Whenever possible, group players to give a
reasonable chance of success.
Avoid over-playing the talented players. The ‘just
average’ players need and deserve equal time.
Remember that we participate for fun and
enjoyment and that winning is only part of their
motivation. Never ridicule or yell at the players for
Be a good sport. Cheer all good plays, whether they
making mistakes or losing a competition.
be by your team or the other team.
Develop team respect for the ability of opponents as
Treat all players as you would like to be treated. Do
not interfere with, bully or take unfair advantage of
another player.
Avoid use of derogatory language.
Co-operate with your coach, team-mates and
Coach
Manager
COACHES’ CODE OF BEHAVIOUR
opponents. Without them there would be no game.
‘People play and watch sport because they want to’
well as for the judgement of officials and opposing
coaches.
Follow the advice of a physician when determining
when an injured player is ready to recommence play.
Make a personal commitment to keep yourself
informed of sound coaching principles
Avoid use of derogatory language based on gender.
‘Sport benefits our bodies, brains & business’
PARENTS’ AND SPECTATORS’
CODE OF BEHAVIOUR
Applaud good performances and efforts from each
team. Congratulate all participants upon their
performance, regardless of the game’s outcome.
Wanneroo Districts Netball Association would like all
players, officials and spectators to be aware of our
Codes of Behaviour. Would all teams, spectators or
officials please read and sign this brochure and
return it to your Club Coordinator who will advise
the office, so we will know you have all seen it.
Respect the official’s decisions. If there is a
disagreement, follow the appropriate procedure in
order to question the decision and teach the children
to do likewise.
WANNEROO DISTRICTS NETBALL
ASSOCIATION (INC)
GOOD SPORT
Never ridicule a player for making a mistake during a
competition. Positive comments are motivational.
FUN
Condemn the use of violence in any form, be it by
spectators, coaches, officials or players.
Show respect for your team’s opponents. Without
them there would be no game.
CONTROL TEMPER
Encourage players to follow the rules and the
officials’ decisions.
Demonstrate appropriate social behaviour by not
using foul language, harassing players, coaches or
officials.
FRIENDSHIP
Avoid use of derogatory language based on gender.
Recognize the value and importance of volunteer
coaches and officials. They give their time and
resources to provide recreational activities for the
children and deserve your support.
‘Sport is a part of life for most Australians’
SAFETY
WANNEROO DISTRICTS NETBALL ASSOCIATION
Tel: 9409 9950 Fax: 9409 9087
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.wdna.net.au
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