Competition Code of Conduct

As we head in to the Cross Country Competition season we would like to remind Parents, Coaches & Mentors of the Competition Code of Conduct.

Competition Code of Conduct for Parents, Coach & Mentors

Parents/Guardians should lead by example

• Adopt a positive attitude to their children’s participation

• Respect officials’ decisions and encourage children to do likewise

• Do not exert undue pressure on your child.

• Never admonish your own child or any other child for their performance

• Be realistic in their expectations

• Show approval for effort, not just results

• Never embarrass a child or use sarcastic remarks

• Applaud good performances from all children

• Do not criticise children’s performances

• Do not seek to unfairly affect a result

• Do not enter the competition area unless specifically invited to do so by an

Official in charge

• Never use foul language or provocative language/gestures to Officials • Do not question an Officials decisions or integrity

• Encourage children to respect and accept the judgement of officials

• Promote Fair Play

Check the programme for the Referee/Childrens Officers name – these are the people to speak to if you have a complaint

ANY BREACH OF THIS CODE MAY LEAD TO YOUR EXCLUSION FROM FUTURE EVENTS

Athletics Ireland is fully committed to providing a positive, fair & safe environment for our children and officials. Athletics Ireland acknowledges that without the commitment of our officials, who give freely and generously of their time, it would not be possible to provide competitive opportunities for your children

Officials have a duty to be impartial, fair & fully informed of competition rules & regulations