A ‘Fair Go’ For Young Australians
Australians are justifiably proud of the place sport has in their daily lives. What is equally important to us all is the way the game is played and the manner in which our sportsmen and sportswomen conduct themselves.
Unfortunately, some people fail to live up to the traditional values of sport. Worse still, young people can be influenced and the rest of their sporting lives coloured by these experiences.
These Codes of Behavior identify a series of key principles on which young players, and their parents and coaches should base their sporting involvement. If adopted, the codes will ensure that young people develop good sporting behaviors and have an enjoyable experience of sport, which will encourage them to remain involved throughout their lives.
In an effort to ensure a safe environment for all our children, coaches who are involved in the academy will need to have a ‘Working With Children Check’. This check will need to be in place prior to working with children.
Step Up – Basketball Academy is dedicated to providing its members with an academy that encourages participation of both the players and its parents whilst encouraging them to be proactive in their approach to their child’s sport.
All children no matter of gender, cultural background or social background should have an opportunity to develop and play basketball. Step Up – Basketball Academy is committed to the premise that sports generally, and basketball specifically, will enhance the lives of our children, through an appreciation for the value of exercise, the camaraderie of being part of a team, the ability to breakdown cultural and ethnic barriers and the joy of play. Participation in the academy will contribute to development of character, individual and team skills, a sense of fair play, the will to win, teamwork, sportsmanship and recognition of the rewards of hard work, attributes that will serve our children well both on and off the court. The academy strives to build a solid foundation that leads to a lifetime of participation in sports.
Parents’ Code
Do not force a young person, who is unwilling, to participate in sports.
Inform the coach of any physical conditions which your child suffers from, e.g. asthma.
If your child is not assisting to training or is late, make sure to let the coach know in advance.
- Support your child in a positive manner.
- Make required payments in a timely manner.
- Provide your child with correct uniform and protective gear if necessary.
- Encourage children to get involved in organised sports for their own enjoyment, not yours.
- Encourage children to play by the rules.
- Treat each other with respect.
- Use appropriate language at practices.
- Turn defeat to victory by encouraging participants to work toward skill improvement and good sportsmanship. Never ridicule or yell at players for making a mistake or losing a competition.
- Compliment and recognise achievement by your own family members as well as other players, and encourage them to feel proud of their accomplishments.
- Encourage your child to take their homework completed and on time.
Coaches’ Code
- Conduct myself in a dignified manner relating to emotions, language, attitude and actions.
- Act at all times to protect the principles of fun, safety and development of all athletes.
Display control and professionalism at all times under any circumstance. - Refrain from physical contact with athletes except where necessary for the development of the athletes’ skill(s) or athletic ability.
- 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.
- Be reasonable in my demands on athletes’ time, energy and enthusiasm.
- Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the level of the athletes.
- Seek to learn the latest coaching practices that take into account the principles of growth and development of athletes.
- Explain basketball rules for the students to better understand the game.
- Teach your players that the rules of the game are mutual agreements which no one should evade or break.
- The scheduling and length of practice times and competitions should take into consideration the maturity level of the participants.
- Remember that players need a coach they can respect. Be generous with your praise when it is deserved and set a good example.
- Make a personal commitment to keep yourself informed on sound coaching principles and the principles of growth and development of young people.
- Recognise and celebrate a player’s successes and help them to feel proud of their accomplishments, and encourage all team members to do the same.
- Homework will be provided a week early for delivery (on Thursdays).
Students’ Code
- Be always on time to practices.
- If you cannot be at training or you will be late, please make sure you let your coach know in advance.
- Treat each other with respect.
- Play hard, but play within the rules.
- Threat coaches, parents, opposing student-athletes with respect.
- Respect for your coach is paramount for the successful running of a team. Follow their instructions, speak respectfully to them and of them at all times. Resolve conflicts privately with them.
- Always give full effort at practices.
- Control your temper – no “mouthing off”, breaking sticks, throwing bats, throwing/kicking balls or other equipment. Exhibit good sportsmanship at all times.
- Work equally hard for yourself and your team – your team’s performance will benefit and so will your own.
- Remember that the goals of the game are to have fun, improve your skills and feel good. Don’t be a ‘show-off’ .
- Bring your homework on time.
- Ask questions at all times.
- If you need to improve in a specific area, let your coach know.
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