Parents Code of Conduct

Earlsdon RFCs Code of Conduct for Parents or Carers ensures that :

- They remember that young people play rugby for their own enjoyment and that of their parents/carers.

- They encourage people to play - do not force them.

- The focus is on the young players efforts, rather than winning or losing.

- They are realistic about the young players ability; not pushing them towards a level that they are capable of reaching.

- They provide positive verbal feedback, both in training and during the game.

- Remember persistant negative messages will adversely affect the players and referees performance and attitude.

- They always support the rugby club in their efforts to erradicate loud, course and abusive behaviour.

- They remember that young people learn by example.

- They always show appreciation of good plat to ALL young players, both from your own club and the opposition.

- They respect decisions made by the match officials and encourage the young players to do the same.

- They will not use foul or abusive language.

Earlsdon RFC encourages Parents to;

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

- Be familiar with the teacher and coaching methods used by observing the sessions in which their child paticipates.

- Be aware that the club has a duty of care and therefore, where appropriate, assist coaches with the supervision of the young players, paticilarly where numbers are large and there is a need to transport players to an away game.

- Be involved with club activities and share the expertise.

- Share concerns, if they have them, with club officials.

- Be familiar with the "Good Coaches Code" and in paticular 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.

M Roberts 17/11/06