PLAYERS CODE OF PRACTICE

• Rugby is a team game, be a member of the whole team.
• Do not bully any of your team mates.
• If you see any bullying by your team-mates or any other person, report it to your coach – he / she know how to deal with it.
• Learn to play the game safely.
• Learn the laws of the game and always play within the laws.
• Respect the coaches, the referees, your opponents, your team-mates, and any spectators.

PARENTS & SUPPORTERS CODE OF PRACTICE

Your child has entered the game of rugby and as such the club is sure that you will want to support them. Indeed the club will encourage you to become involved in the game. However it must never be forgotten that the game of rugby is for the enjoyment of the players.
To that end the club has a code of practice for parents and supporters:

• Respect all players, coaches and officials.
• Do not swear at any person present, during training or games.
• Do not give negative criticism, encourage, the game will improve with encouragement. It will not with criticism.
• As a parent you should be aware that the club has a safeguarding policy, it is available for you to read. Should you become aware of any bad practice towards players, don’t ignore it. Report it.
• Do not allow your child to play with an injury.
• Assist your child to learn the laws of the game and encourage them to play within the laws of the game.
• Ensure that your child has appropriate clothing and equipment to play the game safely.

Lakenham Hewett RFC