Walsall RFC expects all coaches, club officials and volunteers to act in accordance with the good ethical conduct and practice as summarised below:
• Consider the wellbeing and safety of players before the development of performance.
• Develop an appropriate working relationship with players, 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).
• Recognise that many officials and referees are volunteers, who devote considerable time to enhancing the enjoyment of rugby union for all – value them and treat them with respect
• Display consistently high standards of behaviour and appearance.
• Follow all guidelines laid down by the national governing body and the club.
• Hold appropriate valid qualifications and insurance cover.
• Never exert undue influence over players to obtain personal benefit or reward.
• Never condone rule violations, rough play or the use of prohibited substances including alcohol to under age players
• Encourage players to value their performances and not just results.
• Encourage and guide players to accept responsibility for their own performance and behaviour.