BNC CODE OF CONDUCT

Players

Play for fun and always show respect
Abide by the rules of the game
The most important goal is making the most of your abilities
Show good sportsmanship and respect your team
Be a good sport and cheer all good play
Cooperate with your coach and teammates
Respect your coach and fellow players
Show courtesy to officials, umpires and your opposition.
Any issues should be directed in the first instance to your coach/manager.
Always accept the rulings of the umpires. If you disagree discuss with your coach who may seek clarification at the conclusion of play

For practices you are expected to:

Attend practices and be on time
Advise your coach if you won’t be at practice and why
Respect and listen to your coach and fully participate in all practices
If you have queries/problems these should be raised with your coach at practices
If you have queries/problems that you feel you cannot raise with your coach, contact your respective club captain.

For Games you are expected to:

Wear correct club uniform
Respect umpires’ decisions. If you disagree, have your captain or coach approach the official during a break or after the game
Control your temper. It is not acceptable to verbally abuse officials or other players or deliberately contact or provoke an opponent
Play to your full ability and respect your coach’s decisions and advice
Understand and play by the rules

Coaches

Give all players opportunity to participate in the game
Lead by example
Encourage good sportsmanship
Insist on fair play and discipline
Be reasonable with the demand on players' time and other commitments
Create an enjoyable environment for the players
May coach from a stationary position on the sideline by the bench
Coaches/managers must, always, respect the decisions of the umpire
If you have an issue with the umpiring, you may approach the office and ask for assistance
Managers are to respect the decisions of the coach and assist the coach as required

Spectators/Parents

Applaud the performance of both teams
Respect the decision of the umpires as final
All comments from the sideline should be unbiased and positive
Spectators may not encroach on the court area during a game and are to support from the sideline not either goal end
Lead by example in encouraging their child to respect and listen to their coach before, during and immediately after the game
Any queries/problems should be discussed with the coach after the game or at a time convenient for both parties concerned