7. Code of Conduct for Junior Players

If you are under 18 read this!

• Play cricket within the laws and in the spirit of the game
• Encourage your team
• Don’t sledge- respect your opponent
• Be polite to umpires and respect their decisions. Do not show dissent or argue
• Listen to your coaches – respect them and expect their respect
• Do not throw tantrums or cricket bats. Such behaviour is not acceptable
• Know when and where you have a match or training- be on time
• Wear the right kit and sun cream when required
• A protective box is required for all hard-ball sessions and helmets must be worn by all players under the age of 18 when batting or standing-up to the stumps when wicket-keeping. Cricket clothing and suitable footwear must be worn for all matches.
• Throwdowns are dangerous near spectators, bat away from them!
• Junior members are not allowed to smoke on club premises or whilst representing the club at competitions
• Junior members are not allowed to consume alcohol or drugs of any kind on the club premises or whilst representing the club
• If there is a problem speak to your coach, your parent or Neil the Welfare Officer
• Always say please and thank you to the bar staff