MELTONFOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB
Code of Conduct.
General Overview
The adoption of a code of conduct by the Melton Football Netball Club will ensure uniform and consistent guidelines are in place for players, committee, members and visitors, with a view to fostering and promoting goods sportsmanship within the club environment.
Implementation & Promotion Of The Code of Conduct
- Each member of the Melton Football Netball Club will be provided with a copy of the code at the time of or within a reasonable time thereafter or paying their annual subscription or membership fee
- The code shall be displayed in the clubrooms, website or any other location as determined by the committee.
- Any changes or amendments to the code of conduct must be notified to the secretary in writing and passed by resolution of not less than ¾ of the committee prior to being implemented.
- Any changes introduced during the season shall be communicated to members in a manner to be determined by the committee
Players Code of Conduct
- At all times abide by the rules of the Melton Football Netball Club and the League in which you compete.
- Do not assault or attempt to assault an umpire, another player, official or spectator.
- Do not abuse, dispute or react in an obviously provocative or aggressive manner towards an umpire
- Ensure both on and off field behaviour is consistent with the principles good sportsmanship.
- Swearing or other forms of verbal abuse is not acceptable.
- Conduct yourself at a high level of personal behaviour on and off the field in such a manner as to not bring your club or the game of Australian Rules Football or Netball into disrepute.
- Develop a respect for the League in which you compete, your club, team mates and opponents.
- Be willing to be involved in local football development and promotional activities
- Avoid use of derogatory language based on gender or race.
- No player shall purchase on behalf of or otherwise supply alcohol to any person under the age of 18 years.
Non Player Members, Parents & Spectators Code of Conduct.
- Support club officials in maintaining the highest standard of behaviour both on and off the field.
- Avoid use of derogatory language based on gender or race.
- If you disagree with an umpire or official, raise the issue through the appropriate channels rather than questioning the official’s judgement and honesty in public.
- Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities.
Coaches Code of Conduct
- Be familiar with the laws of Australian Rules Football and or Netball and abide by the rules and conditions of your club and League.
- Attain and maintain all required levels of coaching accreditation and become an active member of any respective coaches association.
- Make a personal commitment to kep yourself informed of sound coaching principles and coaching developments.
- Through your4 behaviour in the community develop personal respect to enhance the image of your club and sport.
- Avoid verbal and physical confrontation with other clubs players and officials and umpires at all times. Use the Leagues official vehicle of communication to report any unfair situations that you may believe has arisen.
- Don’t ask for, but rather earn the respect of your players through your dealings with them and the manner in which you perform your duties.
- Never swear or use abusive language during the game or when addressing players. Be aware of the presence of young people and other spectators.
- Follow the advice of a qualified person when determining when an injured player is ready to play again.
- Treat the umpires and opposition players and officials with respect.
- Be aware of the differing needs and attitudes of players at your club, particularly young players.
- Be supportive of activities designed to encourage participation of young players at junior clubs, schools and development programs.
- Avoid use of derogatory language based on gender or race.
Last Modified on 09/09/2019 16:03