Code Of Conduct - The Good Spectator's Code 

Whether playing, training or watching a game of rugby the way you behave reflects, YOU, YOUR TEAM and SOUTHBRIDGE RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB to everyone watching.   The following Codes are designed to promote the elements of enjoyment and satisfaction, the contribution that can be made by non players and to remind all people involved with the game that there are certain standards of fair play and conduct that should be maintained at all times.   Young rugby players are impressionable and their behaviour will often reflect that of the adults around them. In Rugby Union we welcome spectators on our touchlines who embrace the ethos of the game as one of FUN, ENJOYMENT and SKILL DEVELOPMENT.   

Spectators are encouraged to:   

1. Act as positive role models to all players.   

2.  There is to be no verbal and emotional abuse.   

3. Respect the rugby club policy with regard to spectator behaviour.   

Spectators should:  

 4. Remember children play sport for their enjoyment not yours.   

5. Acknowledge good individual and team performance from ALL youngsters irrespective of which team they play for.  

6. Respect match official's decisions.   REMEMBER, they are volunteers providing an opportunity for players to play rugby.   

7. NEVER VERBALLY ABUSE PLAYERS, MATCH OFFICIALS, FELLOW SPECTATORS OR COACHES.   Such behaviour can create a negative environment for players and their behaviour will often reflect this.   

8. Acknowledge effort and good performance rather than the "win at all costs' ethic.   

9. Verbally encourage all players in a positive way.   

10. Condemn bad language, rude behaviour and violence.   

11. Encourage all players irrespective of their ability - never ridicule any individual player, regardless of the team they play for.