Code of Conduct
All of our players are expected to adhere to the college’s Code of Conduct and this is a message that will be pushed by all coaches and managers.
Supporters are a big contributor to the success of our winter season. Scots College supporters have always been superb; often setting the standard for other supporters.
We encourage everyone to have a read of our Code of Conduct and look forward to seeing and hearing everyone on the side-line this term.
Code of Conduct
All members of sports teams of Scots College must:
- Co-operate with teammates, coaches, officials and opponents and treat all of them with respect.
- Strive for excellence, have fun, and develop skills.
- Know the rules of the game and play by both the letter and the spirit of the rules.
- Realise that officials are there to interpret the rules and accept their decisions with dignity.
- Never behave in such a manner that would reflect badly on, or disgrace the team, and/or the College.
- Never use coarse language or insult opponents, coaches or spectators.
- Be in attendance at the required times – attendance is essential unless a prior arrangement has been made with the coach.
- Always participate according to the values of good sportsmanship.
- Always wear the correct College, practice and playing uniform.
- Show modesty in victory and grace in defeat.
- The key to a successful team is communication; if you are unable to attend a training or game you must let your coach know with sufficient notice.
For Parents and Supporters of the College
All supporters of Scots College teams should consider the following:
- Sport is about having a positive attitude. You can assist in setting a positive tone and help to make sport an enjoyable experience
- Encourage your son/daughter, and other team members, in their efforts in the sporting arena.
- Insist that your son/daughter plays within the rules of the game and by the principles of fairplay, irrespective of the manner in which opposition may play the game.
- Being part of a team is a commitment; assist your son/daughter to live up to their commitments. Do not accept your son/daughter letting their team-mates and coaches down.
- Ensure your son/daughter attends all practices and is well turned out with the correct playing uniform for games.
- Watch your son/daughter play whenever possible. Make an effort to understand the game and its’ rules.
- Display self-control on the sideline. Do not shout at or ridicule any players on either team.
- Remember your son/daughter is playing sport for their reasons not yours.
- Respect your son’s/daughter’s efforts regardless of whether they win, draw or lose.
- Show respect for the coach and management of your son’s/daughter’s team. They have a difficult job and do not need interference or negative comments from observers.
- Show appreciation for the people who make it possible for your son/daughter to play sport. They are invariably volunteers and are involved because they enjoy the game.