Colts Code Of Conduct

Code of Conduct for Colts and their Supporters.

Colts Section 2016 Season

Please note that failure to sign and abide by this code could mean a player being prohibited from participating in training sessions and matches.

The player agrees:

• To work hard towards the attainment of their full potential
• To attend games punctually, behave with self-discipline and give reasonable notice and reasons for absence or lateness.  Wear the Cove Cricket Club shirt for all matches and shirts should be tucked into trousers while playing.
• To abide by instructions given by the team manager or the coach
• To practice the techniques/skills taught by the coaches and attempt to apply them in matches
• To abide by the laws of cricket and the ethos of the game
• To accept the umpires decision at all times and not show any dissent
• To play cricket in a competitive manner but maintain the highest standards of sportsmanship
• To accept victory and defeat with dignity and grace and to learn from defeat
• Not to use foul language on or off the field of play.
• Not to attempt to intimidate or deliberately distract opponents by aggressive language or behaviour.  To treat all players as you would like to be treated
• To co-operate with coaches, teammates and officials.  Remember that without them there would be no game
• To be proud of your club and remember that you are it’s representative on the field.
• REMEMBER PLAYING CRICKET IS FUN!

The parents/guardians agree to:

• Take responsibility for ensuring there son or daughter is signed in at the start of training sessions with the coach.
• Encourage and help the player meet targets, including abiding by the code of conduct
• Support the player without pressure, praise good work and refrain from criticising lapses
• Set a good example to the player by encouraging and supporting the team in a calm and controlled manner
• Refrain from coaching or interfering with the coaching of the players during training or at matches, as this is the responsibility of the coach or team manager
• Know why your child is playing cricket.  The objective of Cove Cricket Club Colts Section is to provide a quality learning environment, to improve techniques but above all to encourage enjoyment of the sport
• If you have any concerns, please contact Paul Lynch in the first instance.