Rights of Admission

- Play for enjoyment and become part of the rugby family.

- Respect the "Game of Rugby" and play within the laws of the Game.

- Accept the referee's decision and let your captain or coach ask any relevant questions. Do not argue or contest the Ref.

- Play with control. Do not lose your temper.

- Always do your best and be committed to the game, your Team and your Club.

- Be a "good sport". Applaud all good play whether by your team or the opposition.

- RESPECT your opponent. Treat all players as you would like to be treated. Do not "bully" or take advantage of any player.

- No taunting and no excessive celebratory displays after scoring.

- Rugby is a team sport and make sure you cooperate with your coach; team mates and members of your club.

- Remember that the goals of the game are to have fun, improve your skills and feel good.

- At the end of the match thank your opponents and the referee for the match.

- Always remember that you owe a duty of care to your opponents. Tackle hard but fairly, do not intend to hurt your opponent. Play hard, tough and clean within the rules.

- Winning and losing is part of sport: Win with humility - lose with dignity.

- As part of the team it is important that you attend training regularly and listen to your coach and help your team. Follow coach direction and put forth best effort.

- As a team sport it is important to understand that all members are important to the team! And no member may be detrimental to the team - owing to poor behavior, lack of cooperation and demonstrated disrespect. No exceptions.

- Wear full uniform for team club events - Club Colors Only - Club Socks, Club Shorts, Club Shirt, Club Jersey. You represent a well respected Club - look the part as a professional member.

- Remember you are representing Your Team, Club, Family, Friends and the Game of Rugby.

- Remember, young people play rugby for their enjoyment, not only yours.

- Encourage your child always to play by the Laws of the Game.

- Teach young children that honest endeavour is as important as winning, so that the result of each game is accepted without disappointment. Simply doing their best, is all we ask.

- Help young people to work towards skill improvement and especially good sportsmanship.

- Set a good example by applauding good play on both sides.

- Never ridicule, humiliate, taunt or shout at young players for making a mistake or losing a match.

- Do not place emphasis on winning at all costs.

- Do not force an unwilling child to participate in the playing of rugby. If the child is to play, he/she will do so in good time through your encouragement.

- Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from rugby.

- As a spectator do not use profane language or harass referees, coaches or players.

- Do not publicly question the referees' judgement and never their honesty.

- Recognise the value and importance of volunteer referees and coaches.

- Identify and acknowledge the good qualities of the Game of Rugby and uphold these values.

- Remember you and your child's contribution to the Game of Rugby is very important to the Club, the FYRU & USARugby and be proud of your contribution.

- Understand the value of team sport and the importance there of.

- Help enforce Club player dress codes - Member Players to wear full uniforms for team club matches and Club practice kit for practices - Bucs Club Colors Only including Club Socks, Club Shorts, Club TShirt, Club Jersey. You represent a well respected Club - help make your child look and dress the part as a professional member. 

- Set an example of decency, manners and good behavior - and respectfully guide fellow parents if needed.

- Be proud of Your Club and the Game of Rugby. 

- Remember that as a coach of an "age grade team" you are to act in "loco parentis" - meaning act in place of parents - and to that extent your duty of care is more onerous than that of a coach to an adult team. Help guide your players.

- Lead by example - young people need a coach whom they respect and not fear or distrust.

- SAFETY - Always consider these young adults and youth players safety. Closely watch for injuries - especially head injuries and concussions.

- Be generous with your praise when it is deserved. Never ridicule or shout at players for making mistakes or losing a match.

- Teach your players that the Laws of the Game are mutual agreements which no one should evade or break.

- Prepare young players for inter-class and inter-school activities. Full Club Uniforms, good behaviour and rugby ethos.

- Help enforce Club player dress codes - Member Players to wear full uniforms for team club matches and Club practice kit for practices - Bucs Club Colors Only including Club Socks, Club Shorts, Club TShirt, Club Jersey. You represent a well respected Club - help make your players look and dress the part of professional club members. 

- Be reasonable in your demands on the players' time, energy and enthusiasm.

- Try to ensure that all players participate in matches. The "average" players require and deserve appropriate time. Consider size, ability and experience but always consider safety.

- Remember that young players play for fun and enjoyment and that skill learning and playing for fun have priority over highly structured competition. Winning is not the only objective.

-Develop player and team respect for the ability of opponents, as well as for the judgement of referees and opposing coaches.

- Insist on fair play and disciplined play. Do not tolerate foul play, fighting or foul language. Be prepared to take off any offending player.

- Encourage young players to develop basic skills and sportsmanship. Avoid over specialisation in positional play during their formative years.

- Set realistic goals for the team and individual players and do not push young players into adult-like unreasonable drills or competitions.

- Create a safe and enjoyable environment in which to train and play.

- Do not over-burden younger players with too much information. Keep it short & simple. Talk less - play skills more.

- Make a personal commitment to keep yourself informed on sound coaching principles and methods, and on the principles of growth and development of young people.

- Be aware of the effect you have on growing children.

- Never criticise the referee and touch judges during or after a match in front of players or spectators.

- Always thank the match officials and if they have made decisions which require clarification, discuss the problems after everyone has changed and off duty.

- Seek and follow the advice of a doctor in determining when an injured player is ready to play again.

- Ensure that medical first-aid supplies, proper equipment and facilities are available at all times.

- Be responsible and ensure you uphold the ethos of the game, the Boca Raton Jr Bucs Rugby Club, the FYRU and USARugby.

- Attend coaching courses.

- Support the Code of Ethics and all policies regarding Children in Sport.

- Ensure you and your players are proud of Your Team and Club and all solid efforts during the season.

 - Remember that although young people play organised rugby they are not "miniature internationals" or "professionals".

- Be on your best behaviour and lead by example. Do not use profane language or harass referees, players or coaches.

- Applaud good play by the visiting team as well as your own.

- Show respect for your team's opponents. Without them there would not be a match.

- Condemn the use of violence in all forms at every opportunity.

- Verbal abuse of players or referees cannot be accepted in any shape of form.

- Taunting is unacceptable and not permitted.

- Players or referees are not fair targets for ignorant behavior.

- Encourage young players to play by the Laws of the Game.

- Spectators can contribute greatly to the enjoyment of the event and all involved.

- Set an example of decency, manners and good behavior - and then respectfully guide fellow spectators if needed.

- Be proud of Your Club and the Game of Rugby.

IMPORTANT NOTICE  

“The  Club reserves the right to deny membership to individuals with a history of conduct violative of the Club’s Code of Conduct. The Club reserves the right to terminate the membership of individuals who violate the Club’s Code of Conduct. The Club reserves the right to exclude and or remove individuals, including parents and family of members and spectators, from Club events and activities including practices and matches for conduct violative of the Club’s Code of Ethics.”