CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PARENTS & GUARDIANS

Leigh Rugby Union Football Club

Leigh RUFC’s Code of Conduct for parents ensures that:

• Parents remember that young people play rugby for their own enjoyment not that of their parents.

• Parents encourage young people to play – do not force them.

• Parents focus on the young players’ efforts rather than winning or losing.

• Parents are realistic about the young players’ ability; not pushing them towards a level that they are not capable of achieving.

• Parents remember persistent, negative messages will adversely affect the players and referee’s performance and attitude.

• Parents always support the rugby club in their efforts to eradicate loud, coarse and abusive behaviour from the game.

• Parents remember that young people learn by example.

• Parents show appreciation of good play by ALL players both from your own club and the opposition.

• Parents respect decisions made by the match officials and encourage the young players to do likewise

• Parents are familiar with the coaching and training programme in order that their child is fully involved and the coaches are aware of their ability.

• Parents are familiar with the teaching and coaching methods used by observing the sessions in which their child participates.

• Be aware that the club has a duty of care and therefore, where appropriate, assist coaches with the supervision of the young players, particularly where numbers are large and there is a need to transport youngsters to away games.

• Be involved with club activities and share concerns, if they have them, with club officials.

• Parents are familiar with the “Good Coaches Code” and in particular that Coaches should recognise the importance of fun and enjoyment when coaching young players.

• Coaches should keep winning and losing in perspective, encouraging young players to behave with dignity in all circumstances.

• It is important that parents support coaches in instilling these virtues.