Code of conduct
The Spirit of Rugby Football at North Bristol RFC is to engender a positive, enthusiastic attitude towards the playing of Rugby football with exemplary behaviour both on and off the field.
We expect all our players to be a credit, not only to themselves and their parents but also to North Bristol RFC and the wider community.
We encourage first and foremost the player’s enjoyment and safety of the game, and that irrespective of skill level or age that they will play at every possible opportunity.
It is our belief that to play a sophisticated team game such as rugby union, players need to develop respect for authority and respect for others, and demonstrate commitment to fair play and to team play. These characteristics are beneficial to the individual and, ultimately, to the local community as a whole. North Bristol RFC fully embrace these principles and adheres strictly to the RFU Continuum for the development of junior rugby. We provide RFU qualified coaches and referees, and are frequently complimented on the style of play and the attitude of our players both on and off the field of play.
Players
- Play for fun & enjoyment
- Do not argue with the referee or officials
- Control your temper
- Don’t intimidate others
- Be a good sport & Play by the rules
- Be fair
- Improve your skill
- Don’t be selfish
- Don’t show off
- Respect your fellow players
Coaches
- Be reasonable & Lead by example
- Teach them to play by the Rules/Laws
- Avoid mismatches
- Don’t favour your best players
- Encourage sportsmanship
- Develop team respect & discipline
- Get the right equipment and facilities
- Give your voice a rest
- Be generous with praise
- Good coaching means they run with the ball
- Be reasonable in your demands
- It’s your players enjoyment that matters, not just winning
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
- Be familiar with coaching & training programme
- Never yell at a player for making a mistake
- Applaud good play - by either team
- Encourage your child to improve his skills through coaching
- Be positive with the referee and Stay off the pitch
- Don’t abuse anyone (especially the referee) without them there is no game
- Make sure you always take your child to the team manager or coach; do not just drop them off at the club.
Safety Note:
Club membership may be terminated if Parents/Players are abusive or act in a violent way to anyone or any official at North Bristol RFC or at any of our opposition Rugby Clubs.