Fairplay Code of Conduct

Members and Competitors Code of Conduct

  • Respect and cooperate with team-mates, Officials, Coaches and opponents.
  • Accept the decisions of Officials - without them, there would be no competitions!
  • Do not use bad language, or insult opponents, Coaches or spectators.
  • Have a good knowledge of rules - play by the letter and the spirit of the rules.
  • Have a desire to compete to your best ability, enjoy the competition and develop your skills while accepting your limitations.

Coaches Code of Conduct

  • Teach the values of Fair Play - practice them and expect your members and competitors to respect these values.
  • Never argue with Coaches or Officials - discuss any issues or concerns away from others.
  • Respect and treat members and competitors as individuals, recognising their different levels of ability.
  • Never ridicule other members or competitors - use only constructive criticism and encourage them to be disciplined and honest.
  • Discourage a 'win-at-all-costs' attitude.

Spectators Code of Conduct

  • Show equal respect to competitors and members.
  • Do not ridicule competitors or members.
  • Show respect for Officials.
  • Never criticise official decisions.
  • Give teams and competitors positive support.