TERMS AND CONDITIONS

CODE FOR COACHES

• You have the responsibility for the class and students - EXERCISE IT!

• Remember that young players play for fun and enjoyment. Don't overload them with technical information and tactics.

• Be reasonable in your demands on young players time, energy and enthusiasm. Remember that they have other interests and demands on their time.

• Ensure that all players get a game. The just average players need and deserve equal time.

• Players develop at different times and in different ways - make allowances for their physical, emotional and mental maturity and development.

• Winning isn't everything - teach your players to enjoy taking part and performing to the best of their ability. Encourage each player to reach his or her potential.

• Never abuse, yell, criticise or ridicule children for making mistakes or losing a game.

• Remember that young people need a coach that they can respect. Be generous with praise when it is deserved and set a good example.

• Teach young players that the laws of the game are mutual agreements that no one should evade or break.

• Create opportunities to teach sportsmanship, just as you would in teaching the basic skills.

• INSIST ON FAIR PLAY. Do not tolerate foul play, fighting, or foul language. Be prepared to take off an offending player.

CODE FOR PARENTS

• Do not force an unwilling child to participate - Young people are involved for their enjoyment, not yours.

• Encourage your child to understand and play within the rules.

• Teach your child that taking part and trying their best is more important than winning

• Focus your child on practicing skills, sportsmanship and being part of a team. Winning isn't everything.

• Support and encourage your child - never criticise them for making mistakes. Console them for losing, but encourage them to try harder next time.

• Turn defeat into victory by helping your child work towards skill improvement and good sportsmanship

CODE FOR PARTICIPANTS

• Follow and play by the rules.

• Always listen to the coach; when he/ she is talking, participants must listen and not talk.

• Control your temper at all times. If you make a mistake, or lose, don’t worry about it. The most important thing is you keep trying.

• Work hard for yourself and your team

• Be a good sport. Help and encourage others in your class. Don’t distract those around you.

• Treat all participants in your sport as you would like to be treated.

• Cooperate with your coach, team-mates and opponents.

• Participants must not play, kick or throw any equipment during classes.

• Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit.