The School Sport Unit Code of Conduct

Young people involved in Sport have a right to participate in a Safe and Supportive Environment

Players, Teachers, Coaches and Spectators Code of Conduct

• The goals of the game are to have fun and improve skills
• Be modest in success and generous in defeat
• Play for the fun of it
• Play by the rules and always respect the decisions of officials
• Make no criticism either by word or gesture  
• Deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent or player is not acceptable or permitted in any sport
• Be a good sport. Applaud good performance and efforts from all individuals and teams. Congratulate all participants on their performance regardless of the games’ outcome
• Condemn unsporting behaviour and promote respect for opponents
• Condemn the use of violence in any form
• Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion
• Ensure any use of social media about or around school sport events, teams and management is responsible and appropriate
• Place the safety and welfare of the participants above all else
• All school sports events are alcohol and smoke free zones