Code of Conduct for Parents
As a parent/carer of a member of the club you are expected to abide by the following code:
Inform the coach of any specific health requirements or medical conditions of your child in advance of the coaching session through the completion of a participation/registration form or a coaching consent form
If your child has to leave early or is being collected by someone other a parent/carer, the parent/carer must advise the coach of the details of the arrangement including who will be collecting your child and when
Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them
Discourage unfair play and arguing with officials
Help your child to recognise good performance, not just results
Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding the good performances of all
Never punish or belittle a child for losing or making mistakes
Publicly accept officials’ judgments and teach children to do likewise
Support your child’s involvement and help them to enjoy their sport
Use correct and proper language at all times
Remember that children participate in sport for their enjoyment, not yours
Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion
Show appreciation and respect for coaches, officials and administrators. Without them, your child could not participate
