Players Code of Conduct
Players
are the most important people in our sport and are role models for all involved
in the game. USA Rugby’s aim is to
encourage all players to act in the best interests of the game and USA Rugby at
all times and to maintain the highest standards of conduct. Fair play and respect for all concerned
are fundamentally important.
A.
A USA Rugby participating player in good
standing pledges:
a)
To remember that as a participating player he is an ambassador for the
sport and the country and will set a positive example for others, particularly
young players and supporters. This includes physical appearance and demeanor in
public, in training, in coaching, when competing and especially in defeat.
b)
To demonstrate high regard for the best interest of the game when
publicly expressing an opinion on the game or any particular aspect of a match
or incident.
c)
To use appropriate language when representing the sport in public
places. A participating player will not tolerate inappropriate language in
others in such settings.
d)
To operate in the spirit of fair play and the Laws of the Game in
pursuit of victory, as well as know and abide by the Laws of the Game and
competition rules.
e)
To accept the decisions of Match Officials and will show respect for
Match Officials at all times.
f)
To abide by the instructions of coaches and team officials in keeping
with the spirit of this code.
g)
To demonstrate respect towards opposition players, team officials and
supporters at all times.
h)
To develop sporting abilities in terms of skill, technique, tactics
and fitness. A participating
player will strive for a level of fitness and competitive readiness that will
permit his performance to be at the maximum of his abilities.
i)
To refrain from conduct detracting from his ability or that of his teammates
to attain peak performance.
j)
To safeguard the physical fitness of his teammates and opponents,
avoiding unnecessary violent play and assisting injured players where
necessary.
k)
To resist any temptation to take banned substances or used banned
techniques.
l)
To manage injuries, and rehabilitation from injuries, with honesty and
openness with coaches and medical staff at all levels.
m) To resist any influence which
might, or might be seen to, bring into question his commitment to the team
winning.
n)
To make himself available to represent USA Rugby in competition and to
attend all agreed training and squad sessions.