We expect that all athletes will exhibit appropriate behaviour at all times. This includes not only playing by the rules, but also using good manners and respecting all officials and other competitors.

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR ATHLETES

Play by the rules:

• Never argue with an official. If you disagree, ask your Team Manager, Chaperone or supervising adult to deal with the matter.
• Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials or other athletes, deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent is not acceptable or permitted in our sport.
• Work hard for yourself and your Centre.
• Be a good sport. Applaud all good results whether they are by athletes from your Centre or by an opponent.
• Treat all athletes as you would like to be treated. Do not interfere with, bully or take unfair advantage or another athlete.
• Co-operate with your coach, club mates and other participants. Without them there would be no competition.
• Participate in Athletics for the fun of it and try to achieve your best.
• Respect other athletes by being quiet while they are participating, you may be finished but they may not be.