Parents Code of Conduct

The essential elements of character building and ethics in sports are embodied in the concept of sportsmanship and six core principles: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and good citizenship.
I therefore agree:

1. I will ensure my child is punctual for all training and games
2. I will not force my child to participate in Basketball
3. I will remember that children participate to have fun and that the game is for the young player not for the glory of the adults
4. I will inform the coach of any physical injury or ailment that may affect the safety of my child or the safety of others.
5. I will be a positive role model for my child and encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy, and by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches and officials
6. I will teach my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence.
7. I will teach my child that doing ones best is more important than winning
8. I will praise my child for competing fairly and trying hard
9. I will emphasise skill development and practices and how they benefit my child over winning
10. I will promote the emotional and physical well-being of the players ahead of any personal desire I may have for my child to win
11. I will refrain from coaching my child or other players during matches or practices
12. I give permission for photographs of my child to be taken by KBC during official blitzes or training only to be used for publicity purposes only
13. I will not take any video or photographs during any Blitzes or Training.
14. I will accept all final decisions made by coaching staff.

 
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Players Code of Conduct 

1. Be punctual
2. Wear all kit provided by the club
3. Communicate with coaches if you cannot attend a blitz or will be late
4. Behave like a young professional should behave
5. Play for enjoyment, not just to please your parents or coach
6. Never argue with the coaches / referees decision
7. Play by the Laws of the Game
8. Play with control. Do not lose your temper
9. Be a “good Sport”. Respect all good play whether by your team or opponent
10. Respect your opponent. Treat all players as you would like to be treated.
11. Do not bully or take advantage of any player. Do not accept bullying
12. Always remember that you owe a duty of care to your opponents and your fellow teammates.

Coaches Code of Conduct

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1. Conduct  themselves in a dignified manner relating to emotions, language, attitude and actions
2. Act at all times to protect the principles of fun, safety and development of all athletes
3. Demonstrate respect for the ability of opponents as well as for the judgment of referees, officials and opposing coaches
4. Display control and professionalism at all times under any circumstance
5. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person, including opponents, other coaches, officials, administrators, parents, athletes, and spectators
6. Refrain from physical contact with athletes except where necessary for the development of the athletes’ skill(s) or athletic ability
7. Be aware and understand the role and influence of a coach as an educator, imparting knowledge of skill as well as proper personal, academic, and social behaviour
8. Be reasonable in my demands on athletes' time, energy and enthusiasm
9. Provide an opportunity for all athletes to play the sport
10. Agree to uphold the principles found within the Basketball Ireland  Player Development Model
11. Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the level of the athletes
12. Seek to learn the latest coaching practices that take into account the principles of growth and development of athletes
13. Agree to abide by all applicable Basketball Ireland / FIBA  rules and regulations, including Children in Sport Policies.

 
 

CHILD PROTECTION OFFICER 

Child Protection Officer – Kilrush Basketball Club
Blainagh Troy
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