Bullying is not always easy to define and may not always be an adult abusing the young person. It is often the case that the bully is a young person. There are three main types of bullying.
1.Physical e.g. hitting, kicking, theft
2.Verbal e.g. racist or homophobic remarks
3.Emotional e.g. persistent negative feedback
The club takes bullying very seriously. Any incidents will be investigated and anyone found to be bullying may be subject to an interview. After an interview appropriate action may be requested of the perpetrator.
Appropriate action may be:
•Obtain an apology from the bully(ies) to the victim.
•Inform parents of the bully(ies).
•Insist on the return of items ‘borrowed’ or stolen.
•Insist bullies compensate the victim.
•Hold club/team discussions about bullying.
•Provide support for the coach of the victim.

The club takes bullying very seriously and will deal with any bullying incidents accordingly. Steps to prevent bullying are included within the Code of Conduct for Players.