Aldershot and Fleet RUFC Code of Conducts
Players Code of Conduct
Aldershot and Fleet RUFC Code of Conduct is aimed at ALL members of the club and should be adhered to at all times when representing the club in any capacity.
General
- The use of abusive, foul, racist or discriminative language will not be tolerated.
- We volunteer our time so make sure we enjoy all club activities.
- The consumption of alcohol by any member under the age of 18 is strictly prohibited.
Respect
- Treat all club members and opponents with respect, they deserve it and so do you!
- Inform team managers or coaches if you are not able to make training sessions
- Inform team managers each week about availability for games
- No arguing or moaning at other players (especially if they make mistakes)
- Paying attention to coaches and other nominated club officials when they are speaking.
- Stop and listen to what they are saying to you.
- Do not interrupt them
- Ask questions of the coaches at the appropriate times
- Put balls down and pay attention
- Keep jovial comments appropriate, in terms of timing and whom they are made to.
- Accepting all coaches decisions about training activities and drills
- Do not argue with the referee or any other official.
- During league and friendly games or in training
- Keep all criticism and comments for the appropriate forum.
Punctuality
- Training starts at a certain time, ensure you are ready to start training at that time.
- Arrive at the allocated meeting place at the correct time for all games (Home or Away)
Clothing
- Correct personal playing equipment should be brought to all games and sessions
- Correct kit should be worn for matches
- o Shirts are provided; you should bring Boots, Red socks & Blue shorts.
- Appropriate attire to be worn when travelling to away games
- Trousers, Shoes, Shirt and Club tie for all games (Seniors)
- Trousers, Shoes, Shirt for all games (U17)
- Trousers, Shoes and Polo Shirt for all games (U13 U16)
Other
- No children to be present during final build up to the start of a game (i.e. in the changing rooms, after warm up or in the final pre match huddle)
- No smoking during training or in the build up to matches
Coaches Code of Conduct
Coaches of players should:
(a) Recognise the importance of fun and enjoyment when coaching players.
(b) Understand that most learning is achieved through doing.
(c) Appreciate the needs of the players before the needs of the sport.
(d) Be a positive role model - think what this implies.
(e) Keep winning and losing in perspective - encourage players to behave with dignity in all circumstances.
(f) Respect all referees and the decisions they make, even if they appear to make a mistake,
(remember it could be you refereeing next week) and ensure that the players recognise that they must do the same.
(g) Provide positive verbal feedback in a constructive and encouraging manner to all players, both during coaching sessions and matches.
(h) Provide rugby experience which are matched to the players? ages and abilities, as well as their physical and behavioural development.
(i) Ensure all players are coached in a safe environment, with adequate first aid readily to hand.
(j) Avoid the overplaying of the best players by using a squad system which gives everybody a satisfactory amount of playing time.
(k) Never allow a player to train or play when injured.
(l) Ensure good supervision of players, both on and off the field.
(m) Recognise that players should never be exposed to extremes of heat, cold or unacceptable risk of injury.
(n) Develop an awareness of nutrition as part of an overall education in lifestyle management.
(o) Recognise that it is illegal for players under 18 to drink alcohol and those under 16 to smoke. Coaches should actively discourage both.
(p) Ensure that their knowledge and coaching strategies are up to date and in line with RFU philosophy.
(q) Be aware of, and abide by, the RFU recommended procedures for taking young people on residential tours at home and abroad.
(r) Be aware of and abide by the policies and procedures outlined in the Policy and Procedures for the Welfare of Young People in Rugby Union.
(s) Coach to the rules laid down in the Rugby Continuum and keep themselves updated on rule changes.
Remember you are representing yourself, your team, the club, and the Game of Rugby.
Anti Poaching & Inducements Policy
· Under no circumstances will we condone the `poaching' of players or coaches, or the offer of any `inducement' to encourage players or coaches to transfer from another Rugby club.
· We will always encourage young players to attend the most appropriate local club that caters best to their needs and ensure that rugby comes first.
· Coaches participating in sessions with other teams, will do so impartially, encouraging players to “get involved” with their closest junior rugby club.
· Officials must not seek to `Poach Players or Coaches, But stimulate their interest and continued participation in Rugby.
· The Club's Emphasis is on, FUN, ENJOYMENT, SKILL DEVELOPMENT and PARTICIPATION.
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