BSC Junior Player Code Of Conduct

Overview

• All participants in our sport have a responsibility to promote respect and good behaviour to ensure our clubs and our game are free from all forms of bullying and abuse.

• All players must abide by this Code of Conduct and demonstrate behaviours that promote a welcoming environment within our sport.

Responsibilities

• Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit.

• Respect all other participants and the rights and worth of every person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background, or religion.

• Play fair, play by the rules, and play to the best of your ability, always.

• Be a good sport, displaying modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat.

• Respect the equipment and facilities provided to you as part of your program.

• Be honest with your coach concerning illness and injury, and your ability to train and play.

• Never yell at, ridicule, or criticise other participants. They are all trying their best.

• Cooperate with your coach, teammates, referees, and opponents. Without them, there would be no competition.

• Respect and follow the directions of your team officials and match officials.

• Do not argue with the match official. If you disagree, have your captain or coach approach the match official during a break in play or after the match is concluded.

• Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials or other players, deliberately distracting or provoking another person is not acceptable or permitted in any sport.

• Be respectful whether you win or lose. Shake hands with the other team and match official at the end of the game.

• If you feel unsafe or uncomfortable at your club speak to someone you trust.