Players
Coaches
Parents & Spectators

Players

• Play for fun
• Play by the Rules
• Do not argue with the referee
• Control your temper
• Never give up
• Be a good sport
• Be fair
• Improve your skill
• Don’t be selfish
• Don’t show off

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Coaches

• Be reasonable
• Teach them to play by the Rules/Laws
• Avoid mismatches
• Don’t favour your best players
• Never condemn
• Being coached should be fun too
• Get the right equipment and facilities
• Give your voice a rest
• Be generous with praise
• Good coaching means they run with the ball
• Doctor knows best
• It’s your players who matter - not their won/lost record

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Parents & Spectators

• Never force a child to play rugby
• Always remember children play rugby for their enjoyment not yours
• Encourage your child to play by the Rules/Laws
• Teach your child that victory isn't everything
• Never yell at a player for making a mistake
• Applaud good play - by either team
• Encourage your child to improve his skills through coaching
• Stay off the pitch
• Don’t abuse anyone (especially the referee)

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We have recently been awarded the Sport England/R.F.U. Seal of approval recognising that the club is safe, effective and child friendly.