CODE OF CONDUCT FOR COACHES
* Cricket is only a part of a player’s life – allow for this in your demands of them
* Consider furthering your ability by going on a nationally recognised coaching course
* Be aware of child protection issues and guidelines
* Do not allow yourself to be alone with children without another adult being present
* Get assistance to achieve the right ratio of coaches to players
* Involve parents
* You need as many players as possible – treat them all as equal and value
* Ensure that coaching sessions combine a section for serious learning and a section for fun
* Understand child development and the physical, intellectual and emotional capabilities
of the players
* Playing cricket requires mutual respect – teach the meaning of fair play
* Be constructive and always offer encouragement
* Learn and understand the laws
* Teach players by your own example to respect the umpire
* Discourage mass appealing to the umpire
* Look and act like a coach
* If you have a Facebook account, ensure that the contents are appropriate.
* Do not use mobile telephones in the changing rooms
* Start on time and finish on time
* Plan each training session in advance
* If you have a Facebook account, ensure that the contents are appropriate.
* Do not use mobile telephones in the changing rooms
* Do not encourage or allow players to play with an injury
* Winning or losing are only by-products of performance
* In the event of injury seek medical aid immediately and notify the players next of kin
* Avoid situations where your relationship with the players could be called into question
* Avoid physical contact as far as possible – when correcting the stance or shot, stand in front
of the player and make the adjustment using as little contact as is possible
* Do not show appreciation towards a player by putting your arm around them – use ’high
fives’ only in exceptional circumstances
* As a general principal do not drive players to matches. In extreme situations ensure that you
are accompanied by another adult
* Do not smoke, drink or use banned substances whilst working with young people
* Helmets must be worn by all players under the age of 18 for batting and close fielding –
fielding restrictions apply to different age groups and should be marked accordingly
* Explain the safety code everytime there is a net session
* The bowling machine must only be operated by an adult
Remember – Safety first at all times
I have read the above and agree to comply:
Name ………………………………………….. Signature…………………………………………. Date………………..