Starz Netball Club adheres to a Code of Conduct as outlined below. As a club athlete and club representative, we expect this standard to be followed and maintained at all times during matches, training and club activities.
Starz also follows standards and ethics in accordance with all England Netball policies, such as anti-bullying and whistleblowing. Anyone not complying with club policies and code of conduct will be managed in an appropriate manner including expulsion from the club if necessary.
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS
* Encourage your athlete to learn the rules and play within them
* Read the rules to understand the game to be able to discuss with your athlete
* Ensure you know where and when matches will be played
* Never force your athlete to take part in sport
* Support your athlete’s involvement and help them to enjoy their sport
* Publicly and with grace accept officials’ judgments, including that of coaches and club administration
* Understand that coaching decisions are final
* Encourage player/coach dialogue instead of communicating on behalf of the athlete
* Discourage unfair play and dissent with officials
* Set a good example, recognise fair play, and congratulate everyone’s performance
* Help your athlete to recognise good performance, not just results
* Never punish or belittle an athlete for losing or making mistakes
* Use correct and appropriate language at all times
* Reply promptly to any communication
* Visit the website regularly for up-to-date information
* Pay fees promptly
* In accordance with club safeguarding, please only use social media for practical issues related to the club
* Promote this code of conduct to other parents and supporters
* Be aware of the rules and code of conduct for any league and/or competition in which your plays
* Respect viewing regulations at matches
* Do not take videos or photographs without club permission
* Be aware of England Safeguarding Policy and report and concerns to the club Safeguarding Officer
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SUPPORTERS
* Encourage adherence to the rules and playing within them
* Support involvement and help enjoyment of the sport
* Publicly, and with grace, accept an official judgment, including that of coaches
* Discourage unfair play and dissent with officials
* Set a good example, recognise fair play, and congratulate everyone’s performance
* Help athletes recognise good performance, not just results
* Never punish or belittle participants for losing or making mistakes
* Use correct and appropriate language at all times
* Respect viewing regulations at matches
* Do not take videos or photographs without club permission