CODE OF CONDUCT FOR CHILDREN

All junior members are required to abide by the following Code of Conduct.

• Play fairly and have fun.
• Abide by the rules set down by team managers when travelling to away events.
• Behave in a manner that avoids bringing the game of tennis into disrepute.
• Respect officials and accept their decisions.
• Talk to one of the Children’s Officers if I have concerns.
• Respect opponents and always shake hands at the end of a match.
• Use my best efforts in competitive matches.
• Refrain from the use of bad language and inappropriate gestures.
• Refrain from ball/racquet abuse.
• Refrain from the use of coaching during competition.
• Never use unfair or bullying tactics to gain advantage on or off the court.
• Never use bullying tactics to isolate another player.
• Never pass on gossip about another player or adult.
• Never make false allegations about another player or adult.
• Never keep secrets about anyone who has caused me harm.
• Win with grace and lose with dignity.
  
  The undertaking to abide by and support the club’s Child Protection Policy given by the parent/legal guardian of junior members is deemed to be agreement on the part of the junior member to abide by this Code of Conduct.