Mini
& Youth Committe Meetings Minutes:
Wimborne
RFC Mini & Youth Committee hold a meeting each month to discus
issues and make decisions on behalf of the section.
A
record is kept of each meeting, and the minutes will appear on this
page for anyone who wishes to view them.
Any
feedback, comments or points that you might like to raise, should
be sent to the Chairman:
Fiona Nisi Tel: 01202 889175, Email: Fiona
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the minutes of the meeting held on April 6th 2010 |
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the minutes of the meeting held on February 23rd 2010 |
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the minutes of the meeting held on January 18th 2010 |
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the minutes of the meeting held on November 24th 2009 |
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the minutes of the meeting held on October 22nd 2009 |
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the minutes of the meeting held on September 24th 2009 |
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the minutes of the meeting held on August 27th 2009 |
Mini
& Youth Codes of Conduct
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The
Good Player's Code
Players should be encouraged
to:
- Recognise
and appreciate the efforts made by coaches, parents, match officials
and administration in providing the opportunity to play the
game and enjoy the rugby environment.
- Understand
the values of loyalty and commitment to adults and team mates.
- Recognise
that every player has a right to expect their involvement in
rugby to be safe and free from all types of abuse.
- Understand
that if an individual or group of players feel they are not
being treated in a manner that is acceptable, then they should
tell an adult either at the Club or School or outside of the
game.
- Play because
they want to do so, not to please coaches or parent.
- Remember
that skill development, fun and enjoyment are the most important
parts of the game.
- Be attentive
at all training and coaching sessions.
- Work equally
hard for themselves and their team - both will then benefit.
- Recognise
good play by all players on their team and by their opponents.
- Be a sportsman
- win with dignity, lose with grace.
- Play to
the IRB Laws of the Game and accept, without question, all referees'
decision even if they appear to make a mistake.
- Control
their emotions. Verbal or physical abuse of team mates, opponents,
coaches, match officials or spectators is not acceptable.
- Treat
all players, as they would like to be treated themselves. Do
not interfere with, bully or take advantage of any player.
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The
Good Parent's Code
Club and Schools should
encourage parents and to:
- Be familiar
with the coaching and training programme in order that they
can ensure their child is fully involved and the coaches are
aware of their availability.
- Be familiar
with the teaching and coaching methods used by observing the
coaching and training sessions in which their child participates.
- Be aware
that the Club or School has a duty of care to ensure the safety
of players and therefore, where appropriate, assist coaches
with the supervision of the players, particularly where numbers
are large and there is a need to transport players to away games.
- Be involved
with Club and School activities and share their expertise.
- Share
concerns, if they have them, with Club or School officials.
- Be familiar
with the Good Coaches' Code contained in the RFU Continuum.
In particular, be aware that:
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coaches should recognise the importance of fun and enjoyment
when coaching players; and
- coaches should keep winning and losing in perspective - encourage
players to behave with dignity in all circumstances.
- Support
coaches in installing these values.
- Remember
that young people play rugby for their own enjoyment not that
of their parents.
- Encourage
young people to play - do not force them.
- Focus
on the players' efforts, rather than winning or losing.
- Be realistic
about the players' abilities; do not push them towards a level
they are not capable of achieving.
- Provide
positive verbal feedback both in training and during the game.
- Remember
that persistent, negative messages will adversely affect the
players' and referee's performance and attitude.
- Always
support the Club and School in their efforts to eradicate loud,
coarse and abusive behaviour from the game.
- Remember
young people learn much by example.
- Always
show appreciation of good play by all players both from their
own Club or School and the opposition.
- Respect
decisions made by the match officials, even if they appear to
be a mistake, and encourage players to do likewise.
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The
Good Match Official's Code
Match Officials should:
- Recognise
the importance of fun and enjoyment when officiating players.
- Provide
positive verbal feedback in a constructive and encouraging manner
during games.
- Emphasise
the spirit of the game.
- Appreciate
the needs of the players before the needs of the sport.
- Understand
the physical and behavioral development of players.
- Be a positive
role model. Set an example, and as such, comments should be
positive and supportive.
- Look to
self-improvement e.g. participation in training courses.
- Recognise
that the safety of players is paramount.
- Explain
decisions - all players are still learning and parents will
understand the game better.
- Always
penalise foul play.
- Play advantage
whenever possible in order to let the game flow.
- Show empathy
for the age and ability of players.
- Be consistent
and objective.
- Be familiar
with the Good Spectator's Code and ensure that verbal abuse
from players, coaches or spectators is not tolerated and is
dealt with by club officials immediately.
- Be aware
of, and abide by, the RFU Child Protection Guidance policies
and procedures.
- Officiate
to the rules laid down in the Rugby Continuum and keep themselves
updated on rule changes.
- Check
that the home Club or School has provided a qualified first
aider, ambulance access has not been obstructed and that appropriate
equipment is available along with someone trained in its use
before starting play.
- Before
training sessions and matches check that studs and other clothing
are in accordance with the IRB Laws of the Game.
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The
Good Coaches' Code
Coaches of players
should:
- Recognise
the importance of fun and enjoyment when coaching players.
- Understand
that most learning is achieved through doing.
- Appreciate
the needs of the players before the needs of the sport.
- Be a positive
role model - think what this implies.
- Keep winning
and losing in perspective - encourage players to behave with
dignity in all circumstances.
- Respect
all referees and the decisions they make, even if they appear
to make a mistake, (remember it could be you refereeing next
week) and ensure that the players recognise that they must do
the same.
- Provide
positive verbal feedback in a constructive and encouraging manner
to all players, both during coaching sessions and matches.
- Provide
rugby experiences which are matched to the players' ages and
abilities, as well as their physical and behavioral development.
- Ensure
all players are coached in a safe environment, with adequate
first aid readily to hand.
- Avoid
the overplaying of the best players by using a squad system
which gives everybody a satisfactory amount of playing time.
- Never
allow a player to train or play when injured.
- Ensure
good supervision of players, both on and off the field.
- Recognise
that players should never be exposed to extremes of heat, cold
or unacceptable risk of injury.
- Develop
an awareness of nutrition as part of an overall education in
lifestyle management.
- Recognise
that it is illegal for players under 18 to drink alcohol or
for those under 16 to smoke. Coaches should actively discourage
both.
- Ensure
that their knowledge and coaching strategies are up to date
and in line with RFU philosophy.
- Be aware
of, and abide by, the RFU recommended procedures for taking
young people on residential tours at home and abroad.
- Be aware
of and abide by the policies and procedures outlined in the
Policy and Procedures for the Welfare of Young People in Rugby
Union.
- Coach
to the rules laid down in the Rugby Continuum and keep themselves
updated on rule changes.
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The
Child Protection Codes Of Conduct
In the interest of
maintaining child welfare it is important to adhere to the following rules
when applicable:
- All rugby
coaches must respect the rights, dignity and worth of every
young person with whom they work with and treat them equally
within the context of rugby union.
- All rugby
coaches must place the physical and emotional well being of
all young players above all other considerations, including
the development of performance.
- The relationship
that a rugby coach develops with the players with whom they
work must be based on mutual trust and respect.
- All rugby
coaches must ensure that all activities undertaken are appropriate
to the age, maturity, experience and ability of the young players.
- All rugby
coaches must encourage young players to accept responsibility
for their own behaviour and performance.
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The
Good Spectator's Code
Club and Schools should
encourage spectators to:
- Act as
positive role models to all players.
- Be familiar
with, and abide by, the RFU Child Protection Guidelines in relation
to verbal and emotional abuse.
- Respect
guidance from the Club or School with regard to spectator behaviour.
- Remember
children play sport primarily for their own enjoyment, not for
that of spectators.
- Acknowledge
good individual and team performance from all players irrespective
of the team in which they play.
- Respect
match officials' decisions, even if they appear to be a mistake
- remember, they are volunteers proving an opportunity for players
to play rugby.
- Never
verbally abuse players, coaches, match officials or fellow spectators:
such behaviour can create a negative environment for players
and their behaviour will often reflect this.
- Acknowledge
effort and good performance rather than 'to win at all costs'.
- Verbally
encourage all players in a positive manner, shouting 'for' not
'at' the players.
- Encourage
all players irrespective of their ability - never ridicule any
individual player, regardless of the team in which they play.
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