Guidance for Children & Players

When you take part in sport, you have the right to have fun and stay safe.  Don't let anyone spoil it!
Here is a brief guide on what you and your coach need to do to have fun and stay safe.

What you should do:

• Play your best at all times
• Always ensure you play fairly
• Use polite language at all times
• Never bully others
• Always treat others the way in which you would wish to be treated
• Understand that you should do what your coach asks you to do - as long as you feel comfortable to do so and it is within the rules of the game
• Always be on time and be prepared for competitions, events and coaching sessions
  

What your coach should do:

• Have the right qualifications for the job
• Not bully you to make you do things you're uncomfortable with
• Treat you as an individual
• Put your personal needs before winning
• Never speak to you in a way that makes you feel uncomfortable
• Make sure the equipment is safe for you to use
• Be a good role model
• Make sport fun!

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