CODE OF CONDUCT FOR MEMBERS

SCUNTHORPE STEELERS

All members must play within the rules and respect officials and their decisions.
All members must respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of gender.
Members should keep to agreed timings for training and competitions or inform their coach or team manager if they are going to be late.
Discourage unfair play and arguing with officials.
Use correct and proper language at all times.
Members are not allowed to consume alcohol or drugs of any kind on the club premises or whilst representing the club.
Members must wear suitable kit - vest,shorts,socks,trainers- for training and match sessions, as agreed with the coach/team manager

The essence of good ethical conduct and practice is summarised below. All volunteers must:

consider the well being and safety of participants before the development of performance.
develop an appropriate working relationship with performers, based on mutual trust and respect.
make sure all activities are appropriate to the age, ability and experience of those taking part
promote the positive aspects of the sport (eg fair play)
display consistently high standards of behaviour and appearance
follow all guidelines laid down by the national governing body and the club
hold the appropriate, valid qualifications and insurance cover
never exert undue influence over performers to obtain personal benefit or reward
never condone rule violations, rough play or the use of prohibitive substances
encourage performers to value their performances and not just results.

Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them.
Discourage unfair play and arguing with officials.
Help your child to recognise good performance, not just results.
Never force your child to take part in sport.
Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding the good performances of all.
Never punish or belittle a child for losing or making mistakes.
Publicly accept officials' judgements.
Support your child's involvement and help them to enjoy their sport.
Use correct and proper language at all times.