Code of Conduct

The CJCA applies the terms of the CCA’S Code of Conduct to all CJCA organised cricket matches. For the purposes of applying such terms the CJCA may either act as if it is the CCA or it may seek the CCA or its delegates to act on its behalf. (Refer to CJCA Charter)

General: All players, parents, coaches, spectators and administrators should play cricket with the following ideals in minds:

1. Respect the rules

2. Respect the officials and accept their decisions

3. Respect the opponent

4. Have a concern for equal opportunity

5. Be gracious winners and dignified losers

This means that you should:

AS PLAYERS

1. Co-operate with others and treat them with respect

2. Have fun, develop your own skills while accepting your limits

3. Know the rules and don’t cheat

4. Accept the Umpire’s decision without dissent, even if you do not think they are right

5. Don’t use coarse language

AS COACHES

1. Set a positive example

2. Teach the values of sportsmanship to your team

3. Never argue with officials in front of players or spectators

4. Discourage a ‘win at all costs’ attitude

5. Encourage all players to participate

AS PARENTS

1. Never force children to participate - encourage

2. Don’t achieve your dreams by pressurising your child

3. Talk to your child. Encourage them. Are they having fun?

4. Are they learning that being fair and learning new skills are important?

AS SPECTATORS

1. Do not ridicule players

2. Applaud fair and skilful play - from both your team and the opposition

3. Maintain dignified behaviour