SENIOR PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT

In addition to the General Code of Behaviour, all players participating in any activity held by, or under the auspices of, a Community Cricket Peak Body, Region, Affiliated Club or Association must meet the following standards of conduct during any activity or event:

• Play by the rules and uphold the Spirit of Cricket.
• Never argue with an umpire. If you disagree, ask your captain, coach or manager to approach the umpire during a break or after the game.
• Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials, sledging, deliberately distracting, or provoking opponents is not acceptable behaviour in cricket.
• Work equally hard for yourself and your teammates. Your team’s performance will benefit, and so will you.
• Be a good sport. Applaud good play by both your team and the opposition.
• Treat all participants in cricket as you would like to be treated. Do not bully or take unfair advantage of another competitor.
• Cooperate with your coach, teammates and opponents. Without them, there would be no competition.
• Respect the rights, dignity and worth of fellow players, coaches, officials and spectators.
• Refrain from any conduct that could be regarded as harassment, including sexual harassment.
• Respect the talent, potential and development of fellow players and competitors.
• Care for and respect the uniform and equipment provided to you.
• Be honest with your coach regarding illness, injury, and your ability to train and play.
• Conduct yourself responsibly in relation to language, behaviour, temper and punctuality.
• Maintain a high standard of personal behaviour at all times.
• Be honest in your attitude and preparation for training. Work equally hard for yourself and your team.
• Cooperate with coaches and staff in programs designed to prepare you adequately for competition.
• Do not engage in practices that negatively affect sporting performance, including the use of alcohol, tobacco or drugs.