Act as positive role models
to all young players.
Be familiar with, and abide
by, the RFU Child Protection Guidance in relation to verbal and emotional
abuse.
Respect the rugby club with
regard to spectator behaviour.
Remember children play sport
for their enjoyment, not yours.
Acknowledge good individual
and team performance from all youngsters irrespective of the team they play
for.
Respect match officials’
decisions. Remember – they are volunteers providing an opportunity for
youngsters to play rugby.
Never verbally abuse young
players, match officials, fellow spectators or coaches. Such behaviour can
create a negative environment for young players and their behaviour will
often reflect this.
Acknowledge effort and good
performance rather than the ‘win at all costs’ ethic.
Verbally encourage all
youngsters in a positive way. If spectators do want to shout they must make
sure it is for not at the players.
Encourage all youngsters,
irrespective of their ability – never ridicule any individual player,
regardless of the team they play for.
