Eastern Counties Rugby Union

Codes of Conduct for Mini Rugby

The Players Code

Participate for the "fun of it" - not just to please your parents or coach.

Play by the Laws of the game.

Accept all the referee's decisions.

Control Your Temper - you and your team will benefit.

Keep Trying - even when it seems hopeless.

Be a good sport - recognise good play, whether by your team or by your opponents' team.

Treat all players as you yourself would like to be treated - don't interfere with, bully or take unfair advantage of any player.

Remember, as well as enjoyment, the aims of the game are to improve your skills and feel good.

Co-operate with your coach, referee, team mates and opponents - without them you don't have a game.

Do not "over celebrate" after scoring !

The Coaches Code

Be Reasonable in your demands on your players time, energy and enthusiasm - remember they have other interests

Teach your players that the laws of the game are mutual agreements which no-one should break

Avoid over-playing the talented players - the "just average" players need and deserve equal time.

Children play for fun - winning is only part of it - never yell at or ridicule children for making mistakes or losing

Follow the advice of a doctor in determining when an injured player is ready to play again

Gain respect by being generous with your praise when it is deserved and set a good example in every way

Improve your players through coaching - frequest mathc play or ong practice sessions do not guarantee development

Do not shout continually

Ensure you always work within the RFU continuum

Points for Sportsmanship and Good Behaviour (for both players and parents) should be awarded at Mini Rugby Festivals

Avoid mismatches - it does not help either side if ne team runs up a "cricket score" - stop the game and even up the teams