Codes of conduct – Weavering Warriors RFC

1. Players code of conduct

To play because you want to do so, are fit to do so, and are not pressured to do so
To be aware of and abide by the Safeguarding policies specified by the club
To make the club aware of your specific safeguarding and wellbeing needs
To bring to the attention of the club any change to your wellbeing needs
To take responsibility of your own health and fitness
To train regularly and develop your skills to meet the demands of the game
To be on time to training, events, meetings and matches
To be attentive at training and meetings
To promote a culture of good sportsmanship and conduct
To have emotional control
To refrain the from the use of foul language
To refrain from making discriminative comments of (age, gender, race, colour etc)
To respect the culture and religion of other persons
To respect the needs and values of others
To treat others in the manner you would expect to be treated
To respect the opposition
To act with decency and respect
To be aware of the current laws of the game as set by the IRB
To respect the decision of match officials
To pay your playing membership subscriptions on time
To have read and understood the rules of the club and the laws of the game

To be abide by the RFU Safeguarding policies for Adults At Risk and Children
To respect and abide the additional Safeguarding policies implemented by the club
To recognise the importance of enjoyment when officiating matches
To provide constructive feedback to players and coaches
To emphasise the spirit of the game
To be consistent and objective
To prioritise the needs and safety of the players
To understand the behavioural development of players
To encourage good sportsmanship in the game
To discipline those who commit foul play
To play advantage wherever possible to promote a free-flowing game
To continuously develop their game and to be up to date with the current laws
To show empathy towards the age and ability of players
To ensure easy access is available for emergency service vehicles and personnel
To ensure before kick off that game attire conforms to the laws of the game

To abide by the safeguarding policies of the RFU for Adults At Risk and Children
To respect and abide the additional Safeguarding policies implemented by the club
To discourage and report the consumption of alcohol and cigarettes by Children
To recognise the importance of enjoyment when coaching
To appreciate that learning is achieved through practice
To put the needs and wellbeing of the player before the needs of the sport
To promote and develop a good sportsmanlike culture
To respect the decisions made by match officials
To provide constructive and respectful feedback to players and match officials
To continuously develop their coaching skills through regular training
To be aware of the current and upcoming laws of the game as set by the IRB
To coach to the current laws of the game per the policies of the Rugby Continuum
To provide suitable training sessions for the ability of the players concerned
To coach in a manner that sustains an acceptable quality of playing surface
To provide coaching in a safe environment with access to adequate first aid
To ensure easy access is available for emergency service vehicles and personnel
To be vigilant towards player injuryTo mitigate players’ exposure to extreme heat and extreme cold
To supervise players both on and off the pitch
To have good organisation and time keeping skills
To promote dignity by keeping the importance of winning and losing in perspective

To be familiar with Safeguarding polices of the club
To report safeguarding breaches to the Safeguarding officer
To be vigilant against the consumption of cigarettes and alcohol by Children
To act as a positive role model to players and members
To appreciate that players are playing for their own enjoyment
To respect the decision of match officials
To refrain from use of foul language
To refrain from making discriminative comments of (age, gender, race, colour etc)
To respect the culture and religion of other persons
To treat others in the manner you would expect to be treated
To act with decency and respect
To encourage their team in a positive manner
To refrain from making negative comments about an individual or group
To respect the opposition team and supporters
To encourage all players, irrespective of ability