Codes, Roles & Responsibilities

Coaches Code Of Behaviour

Remember that young people participate for pleasure and winning is only part of the fun.
Never ridicule or yell at a young player for making a mistake or not coming first.
Be reasonable in your demands on players’ time, energy and enthusiasm.
Operate within the rules and Spirit of Cricket and teach your players to do the same.
Ensure that the time players spend with you is a positive experience.
Avoid overplaying the talented players; all young players need and deserve equal time, attention and opportunities.
Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age and ability of all players.
Display control and respect to all those involved in cricket. This includes opponents, coaches, umpires, administrators, parents and spectators. Encourage your players to do the same.
Show concern and caution toward sick and injured players. Follow the advice of a physician when determining whether an injured player is ready to recommence training or competition.
Obtain appropriate qualifications and keep up to date with the latest cricket coaching practices and principles of growth and development of young people.
Any physical contact with a young person should be appropriate to the situation and necessary for the players’ skill development.
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.

Do not force an unwilling child to participate in cricket.
Remember, children are involved in cricket for their enjoyment, not yours.
Encourage your child to play by the rules.
Focus on the child’s efforts and performance rather than winning or losing.
Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a game.
Remember that children learn best by example. Appreciate good performances and skillful play by all participants.
Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities.
Respect officials’ decisions and teach children to do likewise.
Show appreciation for volunteer coaches, officials and administrators. Without them, your child could not participate.
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.

Play by the rules.
Never argue with an umpire. If you disagree, have your captain, coach or manager approach the umpire during a break or after the game.
Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials, sledging other players and/or deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent, is unacceptable behaviour and is not permitted in cricket.
Work equally hard for yourself and your team-mates. Your team’s performance will benefit and so will you.
Be a good sport. Applaud all good plays whether they are made by your team or the opposition.
Treat all participants in cricket as you like to be treated. Do not bully or take unfair advantage of another competitor.
Cooperate with your coach, team-mates and opponents. Without them there would be no competition.
Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents and coaches.
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.