Ruislip Cricket Club

The following describes the conduct required for Ruislip Cricket Club Coaches/ Managers.

Coaches must respect the rights, dignity and worth of each and every person and treat each equally within the context of the sport.

Coaches must place the well-being and safety of each player above all other considerations, including the development of performance.

Coaches must adhere to all guidelines laid down by governing bodies.

Coaches must develop an appropriate working relationship with each player based on mutual trust and respect.

Coaches must not exert undue influence to obtain personal benefit or reward

Coaches must encourage and guide players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance.

Coaches must ensure that the activities they direct or advocate are appropriate for age, maturity, experience and ability of players.

Coaches should at the outset, clarity with players (and where appropriate, parents) exactly what is expected of them and also what they are entitled to expect from there coach.

Coaches must co-operate with other specialists (e.g. other coaches, officials, doctors, physiotherapists) in the best interest of the player.

Coaches must always promote the positive aspects of the sport (e.g. Fair play) and never condone violations of the laws of the game, behaviour contrary to the spirit of the laws of the game or relevant rules and regulations or the use of prohibited substances or techniques.

Coaches must consistently display high standards of behaviour and appearance.