CODE AND ETHICS

As a parent/guardian, coach and spectator of Witherlea Sport we encourage everyone to meet the following requirements in regard to conduct during any activity or sporting event:

• 1. Support the removal of verbal and physical abuse from the game.

  2. If you disagree with an official, raise the issue via appropriate channels rather than question the official’s judgement and honesty in public.

  3. Teach players that effort is as important as victory, so that the result of each game is accepted without undue disappointment.

  4. If players are interested, encourage and support them to play. Avoid forcing players to play if reluctant.

  5. Players learn by taking risks and making mistakes, encourage and support this.

  6. All players pay the same fees, they deserve fair and equal opportunity to develop throughout the season.

  7. Remember players are involved in sport for their enjoyment not yours.

  8. Recognise and value the importance of coaches and other volunteers who give their time and resources, they deserve your support.

  9. Applaud good play by players on both teams.

  10. Encourage players to play to the rules of the game and respect umpires’ decisions