Code of Conduct Policies

Players

• Play by the rules.

• Work equally hard for yourself and your team. Your team’s performance will benefit; so, will you.

• Be a good sport. Cheer all good play whether they are by your team or the other team.

• Treat all players, as you would like to be treated. Do not interfere with, bully or take unfair advantage of another player. This including making reference to a player’s race, color or sexual orientation.

• Co-operate with your coach, teammates and opponents.

• At all times show respect and manners to everyone concerned, without them there would be no game.

• Never argue with an official. If you disagree, talk to your captain or coach. The only player who can approach the umpire is the captain, during the break of the game.

• Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials, or other players, deliberately fouling or provoking an opponent and throwing equipment is not acceptable or permitted in any sport.

• Never abuse the umpires for decisions made.

• The club has the right to refuse the player to play if the code of conduct is broken.

Parents & Spectators

• Focus upon the player’s effort and performance without setting unrealistic goals for individuals; don’t compare their performance with teammates.

• Teach players that an honest effort is as important as victory so that the result of each game is accepted without undue disappointment.

• Encourage players to always play according to the rules. If unsure of the rules pick up a rule book, it’s a good idea if parents & spectators understand the rules of the game.

• Never ridicule or yell at a player for making a mistake or losing for being in a losing team.

• Remember that people learn best from example. Applaud good plays from both teams. Making a mistake or being in a losing game as juniors it’s more about fun.

• If you disagree with an official, raise the issue through the appropriate channel rather than question the official’s judgment and honesty in public. Remember that all officials give their time and effort for your child’s involvement voluntarily.

• Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities.

• Recognize the valve and importance of volunteer coaches. They give their time and resources to provide recreational activities for the players and deserve you support.

• Always remember two points: sportsmanship and fun.

• Swearing or abuse is not permissible at any time. Any type of misconduct towards umpires, coaches or officials will not be accepted, and could result in club disciplinary action, tribunal hearings and fines. 

• Team officials are responsible for their own actions. Remember you can be reported by umpires and league officials. The club can suspend any team official at any time.

• Disputing umpires’ decisions or behaving aggressive manners towards them is unacceptable.

• Aggressive behavior and abuse towards opposition players, coaches and club officials or spectators is likewise unacceptable.

• Do not approach the coach on game day for any concerns, please contact a committee representative for your team or put it in writing to the club, where we will resolve the matter.

• The club will not take any responsibility for any fines or tribunal costs incurred by parents.

• Any fines levied towards the club by the league as a result of the actions of a parent / guardian or team official will be the sole responsibility of the individual incurring the fine.  The club may suspend players of parents who have to attend tribunal hearings until the hearing has been heard and all costs have been reimbursed to the club.

• The club has the right at any time to terminate any player if parents/guardians do not abide by the code of conduct.
• There are NO SMOKING areas:

• 10 metres away from any junior football or netball game

Please adhere to the area, if you are unsure, please ask a club official.

Administrators/Officials

• Ensure equal opportunities for all, regardless of ability, size, shape, sex, age, disability or ethnic origin.

• Ensure that rules, equipment, length of games and training schedules take into consideration age, ability and the maturity level of the participants.

• Ensure adequate supervision by qualified and competent coaches and officials.

• Remember that children participate for enjoyment and play down the importance of rewards.

• Arrange adult education. Develop improved standards of coaching and officiating with an emphasis on appropriate behavior and skill technique.

• Promote fair play. Ensure that parents, coaches, officials, sponsors, physicians and participants understand their responsibilities in regard to fair play.

• Modify rules and regulations to match the skill level of participants and their needs.

• Promote respect for opponents and condemn unsporting behavior.

• Maximize enjoyment; publicly encourage rule changes that reinforce the principle of participation for fun and enjoyment.

• Keep up at date with sound administration skills.

Coaches

• Develop team respect. For opponents, umpires and coaches.

• Recognize the importance of proper injury treatment.

• Abide by the laws and rules. The laws of the game and rules of your club.

• Teach the rules. Rules are mutual agreements, which nobody should break.

• Group players competitively.

• Consider maturity levels. Devise training programs to suit all.

• Avoid derogatory language, based on gender or race.

• Abuse of umpires, coaches, officials, parents and spectators will not be accepted.

• Any fines /tribunal costs incurred may result in termination.

• Hold a current Working with Children Check (WWCC).

• Be able to communicate with games Operations Managers & other appointed coaching staff.

• Understand the importance of all LGFNC codes of conduct and policies.

• Have the ability to communicate any concerns to Club Executives regarding any breaches of policies or any other misdemeanors.

• Compulsory coaching accreditation must be current.

By undertaking a coaching role with the LGFNC you agree to abide by these principles. You support the club and its undertakings and encourage the club to take any necessary disciplinary action. You understand that your position can be terminated at any time if these policies are breeched.

The LGFNC cannot emphasize enough that we are all involved in football and netball, all players, team officials; committee and league officials must be respected for their efforts in the organizing of sport for our children and yourselves._