RUGBY
FOR ALL
The
mini and youth section is
the jewel in the crown of Newark Rugby Union Football Club. With more than 320
boys and girls between the age of six and 16 registered it is among one of the
largest sections in the East Midlands.
Now over 20
years old, the section has far exceeded the expectations of the founders. It was
created on the principle that everyone has the potential to play and enjoy rugby,
regardless of age, sex, size, ability and background. The aim is to engender a
lifelong interest and love in the game; secondly to inculcate into all players
the fundamental values of loyalty, comradeship, teamwork and humility which makes
rugby the great game that it is.
All teams from under-7
to under-16 are looked after by at least three experienced adults with the appropriate
coaching qualification from the Rugby Football Union. Different aspects of the
game and skills are introduced in a progressive manner. The emphasis is on enjoyment,
safety and inclusiveness. All teams enjoy an extensive programme of inter-club
fixtures, festivals and tournaments. The section goes on tour biennially, alternating
years with the senior section.
The excellent facilities
at Kelham Road, including dedicated mini rugby pitches, and the renowned hospitality
makes it a regular stop on tour itineraries.
Code of Conduct
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all Fixtures 2007/2008
Newark Rugby Union Football Club
Mini & Youth Section Code of Conduct
Rugby is a game of long traditions which have developed over time into a number of values that guide the way the game is played and how players, coaches, officials and supporters conduct themselves.
At its core, rugby is a physical game and a fundamental value is one of respect - for opponents, teammates and officials. Rugby for the vast majority remains a sport played for enjoyment. As such, other core values we aspire to are firm and inclusive. You will find those values embedded in the code of conduct below.
Parents/Guardian Code
- Do not force an unwilling child to participate - its supposed to be for them, and you may put them off rugby forever
- Encourage your child to understand and play within the rules.
- Teach your child that taking part and trying your best are more important than winning.
- Focus your child on practicing their skills, sportsmanship and being part of a team. Winning isn't everything and not everyone can score the winning try.
- Support and encourage your child - never criticize them for making mistakes. Console them for losing, but encourage them to try harder next time.
- Set an example for sportsmanship - applaud good play by all.
- Never publicly criticize a referee, linesman or opposition coaches - there is no place for 'touchline rage' in mini rugby.
- Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from children's sport. Report anything to the coaches and Chairman.
- Help the club function properly by turning up on time with the appropriate kit. Be prepared to help out if asked.
- Please remain on the touch line at all times, especially during ‘debrief’ at the end of each training session and/or matches, unless specifically invited by the coach.
- Try to help and assist in the clubs social and fund raising activities whenever possible.
- Show good ‘ Rugby’ hospitality towards visiting teams and supporters, and when possible try and avoid leaving the ground immediately after matches, enjoy the Bar Banter.
- Support your coaches - they are giving up their time to train your child. If you have any issues with the way a coach is performing, talk to them first. Refer any issues to an Officer of the Club/Chairman.
Players Code
- Play to enjoy rugby - always try your best to improve your skills and play well.
- Play within the rules and laws of the game.
- Never argue with referees or coaches - their decision is final, (even if you think that they are wrong).
- Rugby is a team game - do your best for your team mates and don't try to grab all that glory for yourself.
- Don't show off, lose your cool, pick on other players or generally misbehave - it's not part of rugby.
- If you lose, accept it with good grace and try harder next time.
- Respect good play - from opponents or your team.
- Help team mates, opponents, coaches and officials - you can't play rugby on your own.
The codes of conduct above set out the values and behaviors we aspire to.
Help to ensure the smooth and safe operation of Newark R.U.F.C Minis/ youth
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