Club Policies

Code of Conduct

 Bass Coast Thunder Netball Club’s code of conduct aims to:

– Outline expected standards of behavior and conduct for members of the club. Sports clubs and organizations often have codes of conduct to promote good sportsmanship, respect, fairness and safety among players, coaches, officials and spectators.

– Provide guidelines for appropriate behavior when representing the club during games, practices and other club events. This allows members to understand what is expected of them.

– Help create a positive environment within the club by encouraging ethical and responsible actions. The code sets ground rules for how members should act.

– Ensure that members uphold the values and principles of the club through their words and actions. The code articulates the ideals that the club wants to promote.

– Set out procedures for dealing with misconduct or violations of the code, like sanctions or disciplinary actions. The code establishes accountability.

In summary, the main goals are to be defining standards of conduct, promoting the club’s values, and handling misconduct for members of the Bass Coast Thunder Netball Club. The code allows the club to maintain a productive and principled environment.

Values: Sportsmanship, community, respect, fun and dedication

 Reasons why the values of sportsmanship, community, respect, fun and dedication are important for the Bass Coast Thunder Netball Club:

– Sportsmanship: Playing fair, following the rules, and being gracious in both victory and defeat are hallmarks of good sportsmanship. Sportsmanship promotes healthy competition and makes the game enjoyable for all participants. It is an important value for any sports club.

– Community: A netball club represents and builds community. By bringing people together around a shared interest, the club fosters connections and relationships. Supporting each other on and off the court contributes to a sense of belonging.  

– Respect: Respect for teammates, coaches, opponents, officials, and the sport itself helps create a positive environment. Respect leads to fair play and constructive relationships. It enables diverse individuals to work together harmoniously.

– Fun: While competition is important, fun is the heart of any sport. Enjoying practices and games is a major reason people participate in netball. Emphasizing fun helps attract and retain members who are engaged in the club.

– Dedication: Netball requires hard work and commitment to develop skills and be part of a team. Dedication to shared goals and values helps bring out the best in players and the team. It enables the club to thrive at all levels over the long term.

Emphasizing these values allows the Bass Coast Thunder Netball Club to foster good sportsmanship, build community, encourage respect, maximize fun, and inspire dedication among its members. This creates a positive environment that benefits players, the club, and the sport.

Player guidelines – Only if you attend practice are you eligible to play the game on the weekend. Respect of your coaches and team mates is cornerstone. Represent the club in a positive light at all times. Focus on the best outcome for the team and not the individual.

Reasons why players should follow those guidelines:

– Attending practice consistently shows commitment to the team and allows players to learn plays, skills, and strategies which will help the team perform its best during games. Players who don’t attend practice regularly miss out on this preparation and may negatively impact the team’s performance if they play without adequate practice.

– Respecting coaches and teammates fosters a positive team environment built on trust and good sportsmanship. This allows the team to work together cohesively during practices and games. Disrespect leads to conflict and dysfunction.

– Representing the club positively reflects well on the entire organization and shows you take pride in being part of the team. Any poor behavior in public can damage the club’s reputation.

– Focusing on the team’s overall success rather than individual goals encourages unselfish play, collaboration, and the determination to win as a unit. If players only care about themselves, the team will be fragmented and less effective. Prioritizing team outcomes leads to greater team cohesion.

Overall, following these guidelines allows for smooth team operations, development of player skills, and an environment where the team can thrive and find success together. Each player needs to do their part for the good of the team.

Parent Prompt  

Respect selected committee members and raise any concerns with committee members swiftly so they can be addressed. Commit to encouraging players to attend practice and games to meet their team obligations. Respect umpires during games and escalate any frustration to team manager to allow the club to address with the relevant authority.

Reasons why parents should follow those guidelines when their child is involved in youth sports:

– Respecting committee members and raising concerns promptly allows issues to be addressed in a timely manner before they escalate or cause bigger problems. It maintains open communication and good relationships.

– Committing to encourage players to attend practices and games teaches responsibility and commitment. It also ensures teams have enough players to hold full practices and avoid forfeiting games, which is unfair to teammates.

– Respecting umpires models good sportsmanship for the children and keeps the focus on the kids playing, not adult frustrations. Voicing concerns through proper channels prevents confrontations that could embarrass or upset the children.

Overall, following these guidelines promotes a positive environment focused on the children’s development and enjoyment rather than adult egos. Parents serve as role models and their behaviour impacts the experiences and values the children take away from youth sports. Respectful and responsible participation is crucial.

 Bass Coast Thunder Netball Club is an Incorporated Association.  The constitution document sets out the clubs purpose, structure and methods of operating.