Code of Conduct

Coaches Code of Behaviour

a) Remember that young people participate for pleasure and winning is only part of the fun.

b) Never ridicule or yell at a young player for making a mistake or not coming first.

c) Be reasonable in your demands on players’ time, energy and enthusiasm.

d) Operate within the rules and Spirit of Cricket and teach your players to do the same.

e) Ensure that the time players spend with you is a positive experience.

f) Avoid overplaying the talented players; all young players need and deserve equal time, attention and opportunities.

g) Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age and ability of players.

h) Display control and respect to all those involved in cricket. This includes opponents, coaches, umpires, Competition Managers, parents and spectators. Encourage your players to do the same.

i) Show concern and caution towards sick and injured players. Follow the advice of a physician when determining whether an injured player is ready to recommence training or competition.

j) Obtain appropriate qualifications and keep up to date with the latest cricket coaching practices and principles of growth and development of young people.

k) Any physical contact with a young person should be appropriate to the situation and necessary for the players’ skill and development.

l) Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.

m) Adapted by Cricket Australia from the Australian Sports Commission Codes of Conduct.

Players Code of Behaviour

a) Play by the rules.

b) Never argue with an umpire. If you disagree, have your captain, coach or manager approach the umpire during a break or after the game.

c) Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials and sledging of other players, deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent are not acceptable or permitted behaviour in cricket.

d) Work equally hard for yourself and your teammates. Your team’s performance will benefit and so will you. Be a good sport. Applaud all good plays whether made by your team or the opposition.

e) Treat all participants in cricket as you like to be treated. Do not bully or take unfair advantage of another competitor.

f) Cooperate with your coach, teammates and opponents. Without them there would be no competition.

g) Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents and coaches.

h) Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.

i) Adapted by Cricket Australia from the Australian Sports Commission Codes of Conduct.

Parents Code of Behaviour

a) Do not force an unwilling child to participate in cricket. Remember, children are involved in cricket for their enjoyment, not yours.

b) Encourage your child to play by the rules.

c) Focus on the child’s efforts and performance rather than winning or losing.

d) Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a game.

e) Remember that children learn best by example. Appreciate good performance and skillful plays by all participants.

f) Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities.

g) Respect officials’ decisions and teach children to do likewise.

h) Show appreciation for volunteer coaches, officials and managers. Without them your child could not

participate.

i) Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural

background or religion.

j) Adapted by Cricket Australia from the Australian Sports Commission Codes of Conduct.

Umpires Code of Behaviour

a) Place the safety and welfare of participants above all else.

b) In accordance with Cricket Australia guidelines, modify rules and regulations to match the skill levels and

needs of young people.

c) Compliment and encourage all participants.

d) Be consistent, objective and courteous when making decisions.

e) Condemn unsporting behaviour and promote respect for all opponents.

f) Emphasize the spirit of the game rather than the errors.

g) Encourage and promote rule changes which will make participation more enjoyable.

h) Be a good sport yourself — actions speak louder than words.

i) Keep up to date with the latest available resources for umpiring and the principles of growth and

development of young people.

j) Remember, you set an example. Your behaviour and comments should be positive and supportive.

k) Give all young people a ‘fair go’ regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.

l) Adapted by Cricket Australia from the Australian Sports Commission Codes of Conduct.

 Coaches Code of Behaviour

a) Remember that young people participate for pleasure and winning is only part of the fun.

b) Never ridicule or yell at a young player for making a mistake or not coming first.

c) Be reasonable in your demands on players’ time, energy and enthusiasm.

d) Operate within the rules and Spirit of Cricket and teach your players to do the same.

e) Ensure that the time players spend with you is a positive experience.

f) Avoid overplaying the talented players; all young players need and deserve equal time, attention and opportunities.

g) Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age and ability of players.

h) Display control and respect to all those involved in cricket. This includes opponents, coaches, umpires, Competition Managers, parents and spectators. Encourage your players to do the same.

i) Show concern and caution towards sick and injured players. Follow the advice of a physician when determining whether an injured player is ready to recommence training or competition.

j) Obtain appropriate qualifications and keep up to date with the latest cricket coaching practices and principles of growth and development of young people.

k) Any physical contact with a young person should be appropriate to the situation and necessary for the players’ skill and development.

l) Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.

m) Adapted by Cricket Australia from the Australian Sports Commission Codes of Conduct.

Players Code of Behaviour

a) Play by the rules.

b) Never argue with an umpire. If you disagree, have your captain, coach or manager approach the umpire during a break or after the game.

c) Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials and sledging of other players, deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent are not acceptable or permitted behaviour in cricket.

d) Work equally hard for yourself and your teammates. Your team’s performance will benefit and so will you. Be a good sport. Applaud all good plays whether made by your team or the opposition.

e) Treat all participants in cricket as you like to be treated. Do not bully or take unfair advantage of another competitor.

f) Cooperate with your coach, teammates and opponents. Without them there would be no competition.

g) Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents and coaches.

h) Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.

i) Adapted by Cricket Australia from the Australian Sports Commission Codes of Conduct.

Parents Code of Behaviour

a) Do not force an unwilling child to participate in cricket. Remember, children are involved in cricket for their enjoyment, not yours.

b) Encourage your child to play by the rules.

c) Focus on the child’s efforts and performance rather than winning or losing.

d) Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a game.

e) Remember that children learn best by example. Appreciate good performance and skillful plays by all participants.

f) Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities.

g) Respect officials’ decisions and teach children to do likewise.

h) Show appreciation for volunteer coaches, officials and managers. Without them your child could not

participate.

i) Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural

background or religion.

j) Adapted by Cricket Australia from the Australian Sports Commission Codes of Conduct.

Umpires Code of Behaviour

a) Place the safety and welfare of participants above all else.

b) In accordance with Cricket Australia guidelines, modify rules and regulations to match the skill levels and

needs of young people.

c) Compliment and encourage all participants.

d) Be consistent, objective and courteous when making decisions.

e) Condemn unsporting behaviour and promote respect for all opponents.

f) Emphasize the spirit of the game rather than the errors.

g) Encourage and promote rule changes which will make participation more enjoyable.

h) Be a good sport yourself — actions speak louder than words.

i) Keep up to date with the latest available resources for umpiring and the principles of growth and

development of young people.

j) Remember, you set an example. Your behaviour and comments should be positive and supportive.

k) Give all young people a ‘fair go’ regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.

l) Adapted by Cricket Australia from the Australian Sports Commission Codes of Conduct.