Remember that young people need a coach they can respect. Be generous with your praise when it is deserved and set a good example.
Be reasonable with your demands on the young players time, energy and enthusiasm.
Remember that they have other interests and demands on their time.
Teach your players that laws of the game are mutual agreements which no one should evade or break.
Ensure that all players get a game. The just average players need and deserve equal time.
Remember that young people play for fun and enjoyment and that winning is only part of it.
Never ridicule or yell at the players for making mistakes or losing a game.
Develop team respect for the ability of opponents, as well as for the judgement of referees and opposing coaches.
Follow the advice of a doctor in determining when an injured player is ready to play again.
Make a personal commitment to keep yourself informed on sound coaching principles and the principles of growth and development of young people.
Encourage young people to develop basic skills and sportsmanship and avoid over-specialisation in positional play during their formative years.
INSIST ON FAIR AND DISCIPLINED PLAY. Do not tolerate foul play, fighting or foul language. Be prepared to take off an offending player.
Never criticise the referee or touch judges during or after the game in front of players or spectators.
Always thank the match officials and if they had made any decisions that require clarification, discuss the problems over refreshments after everybody has changed.
Spectators:
Remember that young people are playing organised sport, a game. They are not miniature International rugby players.
Be on your best behaviour. Do not use profane language or harass players, coaches, or referees.
Applaud good play by the visiting team as well as your own.
Show respect for your teams opponents. Without them there would be no game.
Condemn the use of violence in all forms.
Players and referees are NOT fair game.
VERBAL ABUSE OF PLAYERS OR REFEREES CANNOT BE ACCEPTED.