West Mersea Cricket Club
Code of Conduct
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CONTENTS :
1 INTRODUCTION
2 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR CLUB OFFICIALS AND VOLUNTEERS
3 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PARENTS/CARERS
4 JUNIOR CLUB RULES
1 INTRODUCTION
WEST MERSEA CRICKET CLUB have adopted the following codes of conduct, and junior club rules in line with the Sport Coach UK Code.
2 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR CLUB OFFICIALS AND VOLUNTEERS
The essence of good ethical conduct and practice is summarised below. All volunteers must :
Consider the well-being and safety of participants before the development of performance.
Develop an appropriate working relationship with performers, based on mutual trust and respect.
Make sure all activities are appropriate to the age, ability and experience of those taking part.
Promote the positive aspects of the sport (eg 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.
3 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PARENTS/CARERS
Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them.
Discourage unfair play and arguing with Officials.
Help your child to recognise good performance, 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 a child for losing or making mistakes.
Publicly accept Officials judgements.
Support your childs involvement and help them to enjoy their sport.
Use correct and proper language at all times.
4 JUNIOR CLUB RULES
The Club is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all its members. The Club believes that it is important members, coaches, administrators and parents associated with the club should, at all times, show respect, and are encouraged to be open at all times and to share any concerns or complaints that they may have about any aspect of the club with either Graham Pryke or David Fahie Child Protection Officers.
All members are expected to abide by the following junior club rules:
All members must respect opponents
Members should keep to agreed timings for training and competitions or inform their coach or team manager if they are going to be late.
Members must wear suitable kit training and match sessions, as agreed with the coach / team manager.
Members must pay any fees for training or events promptly.
Junior Members are not allowed to smoke on club premises or whilst representing the club at competitions.
Junior Members are not allowed to consume alcohol or drugs of any kind on the club premises or whilst representing the club.
DECEMBER 2005