The Good Parent’s Code
In Rugby Union Coaches and
administrators fully acknowledge that parents are an integral part of the
partnership, which ensures that young players enjoy their involvement in the
sport and experience an environment in which they can flourish.
IN
- Be familiar with the coaching staff in order that they
can ensure that their child is fully involved and the coaches are aware of
their availability.
- Be aware that the RFUW has a duty of care and
therefore, where appropriate, assist coaches and the young players,
particularly where number are large and there is a need to transport
youngsters to away games.
- Share concerns, if you have them, with the tournament
officials only.
- Be familiar with the ‘Good Coaches Code’. In particular:
- Coaches should recognise the importance of fun and
enjoyment when coaching young individuals.
- Coaches should keep winning and losing in perspective,
encouraging young players to behave with dignity in all circumstances.
IN RUGBY UNION PARENTS SHOULD:
- Remember that young people play rugby for their own
enjoyment not that of the parents.
- Encourage young people to play - not force them.
- Focus on the young players’ efforts rather than winning
or losing.
- Be realistic about the young players’ ability do not
push them towards a level that they are not capable of achieving.
- Provide positive verbal feedback both in training and
during the game.
REMEMBER
THAT PERSISTANT, NEGATIVE MESSAGES WILL ADVERSELY AFFECT THE PLAYERS’ AND
REFEREE’S PERFORMANCE AND ATTITUDE AND YOU COULD BE ASKED TO LEAVE THE EVENT.
ALWAYS
SUPPORT THE STAFF IN ERADICATING LOUD, COARSE AND ABUSIVE BEHAVIOUR FROM THE
GAME.
REMEMBER YOUNG PEOPLE LEARN MUCH
BY EXAMPLE
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Always show appreciation of good play by ALL young players
from your region and the opposition.
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Respect decisions made by the match officials and encourage
the young players to do likewise.
Any queries regarding the Regional Programme please email regionalrugby@therfu.com or
telephone 0208 831 7996
