CODE OF CONDUCT FOR CHILDREN
All junior
members are required to abide by the following Code of Conduct.
- Play fairly and have fun.
- Abide by the rules set down by
team managers when travelling to away events.
- Behave in a manner that avoids
bringing the game of tennis into disrepute.
- Respect officials and accept
their decisions.
- Talk to one of the Children’s
Officers if I have concerns.
- Respect opponents and always
shake hands at the end of a match.
- Use my best efforts in
competitive matches.
- Refrain from the use of bad
language and inappropriate gestures.
- Refrain from ball/racquet abuse.
- Refrain from the use of coaching
during competition.
- Never use unfair or bullying
tactics to gain advantage on or off the court.
- Never use bullying tactics to
isolate another player.
- Never pass on gossip about
another player or adult.
- Never make false allegations
about another player or adult.
- Never keep secrets about anyone
who has caused me harm.
- Win with grace and lose with dignity.
The undertaking to abide by and support the club’s Child Protection
Policy given by the parent/legal guardian of junior members is deemed to be
agreement on the part of the junior member to abide by this Code of Conduct.
Code of Conduct for Parents/Guardians
Glenalbyn Tennis Club believes that parent/guardians should:
- Be a role model for their child and maintain the highest standards of
conduct when interacting with young people, other parents, officials and
organisers.
- Always behave responsibly and do not seek to unfairly affect a player or
the outcome of the game.
- Never intentionally expose any young participant to embarrassment or
disparagement by the use of flippant or sarcastic remarks.
- Always recognise the value and importance of the officials and
volunteers who provide sporting and recreational opportunities for their child.
Do not publicly question the judgement or honesty of referees, umpires, coaches
or organisers. Respect convenors,
professionals, coaches, referees, umpires, organisers and other players.
Parents are welcome to attend events and coaching sessions but should not
interfere with the coach or organiser
while working with the player.
- Encourage their child to play by the rules of tennis. Teach their child that honest endeavour is
as important as winning and do all you can to encourage good sportsmanship.
- Set a good example by applauding
good play on all sides. Encourage mutual respect for other junior
members, teammates and opponents.
- Support all efforts to remove abusive behaviour and bullying behaviour
in all its forms.
As a Parent /
Guardian I will:
1. Understand and ensure my child abides by the Club Code of Conduct
2. Respect the rules and procedures set down by Irish Sports Council Code of Ethics and Good Practice for Children’s Sport.
3. Respect my child’s teammates and leaders
as well as players, parents and coaches from opposing teams. I will encourage
my child to treat other participants, professionals, coaches, convenors, selectors
and managers with respect.
4. Give encouragement and applaud only positive accomplishments whether
from my child, his/her teammates, their opponents or the officials.
5. Respect my child’s leader(s) and coaches and
support his/her efforts.
6. Respect the officials and their authority during sessions and events
whether within the club or outside.
7.
Never demonstrate threatening or abusive behaviour or use foul language.
The
undertaking to abide by and support the club’s Child Protection Policy given by
the parent/legal guardian is deemed to be their agreement to abide by this code
of conduct.