In simple terms-
Indicators promoting high standards of sportsmanship and positive behaviour to sport and play.
What are their aims?

To bring about an awareness that children take part in sport, to a large degree, to have fun and gain satisfaction from their involvement and play.
To point out to adults that children play to satisfy themselves and not necessarily to meet the expectations of adults.
To remind all involved in sport of their responsibilities to ensure fair play.
To offset the 'win at all costs' syndrome with its potential for bad effects on the child's emotional and skill development.
To create a safe sporting environment where the accent is on enjoyment, friendly competition and personal fulfillment.

There are separate codes for Parents/spectators, Players and Coaches.

Players Code Of Conduct.
Parent/Spectator Code Of Conduct.
Coaches Code Of Conduct.

You are reminded that the purpose of this code is to provide you with an enjoyable and safe environment, where you are able to develop as a player, gain personal fulfilment and satisfaction through friendly competition.
All players should:

Play within the rules.
Be a GOOD SPORT on and off the field.
NEVER become involved in foul play.
SHAKE HANDS with and thank the opposition players and officials after the match WIN, LOSE or DRAW.
RESPECT the referees decision. Leave any questions to your captain.
NEVER use BAD LANGUAGE or SLEDGING against opposition players, supporters or officials.
REMEMBER that winning should be striven for but only by using fair means. When the game is lost we must be GOOD SPORTS.
NEVER abuse your own team mates.

Remember:-If you do become involved in illegal or any other behaviour you may:
Be removed from the field by the coach.
Sin Binned.
Sent off.
Face the judiciary and suspension.

AND YOU WILL ALWAYS LOSE THE RESPECT OF GOOD JUDGES

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CODE OF CONDUCT - PARENT/SPECTATOR

You are reminded that the purpose of this code is to provide an enjoyable and safe sporting environment where your child is able to gain personal fulfilment and satisfaction through friendly competition.
All parents/supervisors should:

Support their child and team in a positive manner.
Never let match disappointment cause a loss of control.
Never use abusive language with your team, the opposition or supporters.
Never sledge the referee, players or supporters.
Realise that we dont need to blame anyone for a defeat.
Realise that the most important part of playing Rugby League is for development, both physical and in character, of your child.
Be positive with your child after a match, Win, Lose or Draw.
Encourage your child to aviod illegal/foul play and display Good Sportmanship.
Realise that violent comments and sideline behaviour can lead to violence on the field.

Remember:-Breaching of this code of conduct may result in:
You being approached by a league official.
You being asked to leave the ground.
Police may be called.
Your child may be excluded from playing Rugby League.

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You are reminded that the purpose of this code is to provide your players with an enjoyable and safe sporting environment, where they are able to develop as players, gaining personal fulfilment and satisfaction through friendly competition.
As a coach you should:

SET a good example for your players.
BE POSITIVE - Avoid criticism or ridicule of your players.
ACTIVELY DISCOURAGE foul play, sledging or any unsportman like behaviour by your players.
REMOVE from the field any player/s whose behaviour is not acceptable.
Never let match disappointment cause a loss of control.
Realise that violent comments and sideline behaviour can lead to violence on the field.
TEACH your players that an honest effort is as important as a win.
DEVELOP team respect for your opponents ability.
AVOID OVER USE of talented players.
KEEP your own knowledge of coaching and training methods up to date.

Remember:-Breaching of this code of conduct may result in:
Having to appear before the Coaching Discipline Council.
Being put on notice (warning).
Being given a suspended sentence.
Having your Coaching Accreditation suspended.

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