THE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN PLAYERS, MANAGEMENT AND PARENTS
Providing a fixtures diary, dates of games and competitions. Providing information on any financial issues. Agreeing any issues to duty of care.
Encouraging parents to watch coaching sessions and games, making them aware - that it is not 'winning at all costs' that counts but how to play the game.
Providing equal opportunities for all children to play the game no matter what their colour, gender or ability.
Ensuring that parents realise that their children may not be a national player and are aware of his/her strengths and weaknesses.
Informing parents about any specialist equipment that may be required.
Ensuring that parents know what is acceptable behaviour on the touchline.
Getting parents involved in activities that make them feel that it is their club and encourage them to help with any expertise thet they may have.
CODE FOR PLAYERS
Play for fun - Not just to please your parents or coach.
Play by the Laws - No laws - No game.
Don't cheat
Don't argue with the ref - He won't change his decision, and he might penalise your team again.
Control your temper - and your mouth
Never give up - The games not lost until its over
Be fair - Don't chuck your weight about
Improve your skill - You'll play better and feel better
Don't be selfish - Co-operate with your team, the ref, and your opponents. Without them you have no game.
Be a good sport - Recognise good rugby - even when it comes from the other team.
Winning is important but losing is not a disaster providing you've tried your best
Applaud your opponents - at the end of the game and thank the officials.
CODE FOR PARENTS
Remember that young people play rugby for their own enjoyment not that of their parents.
Encourage young people to play - do not force them.
Focus on the young players’ efforts, rather than winning or losing.
Be realistic about the young players’ abilities; do not push them towards a level that they are not capable of achieving.
Provide positive verbal feedback both in training and during the game.
Remember that persistent, negative messages will adversely affect the players’ and referee’s performance and attitude.
Always support the rugby club in their efforts to eradicate loud, coarse and abusive behaviour from the game.
Remember young people learn much by example.
Always show appreciation of good play by all young players both from your own club and the opposition.
Respect decisions made by the match officials and encourage the young players to do likewise.