The purpose of this Wallan Basketball Coach Code of Conduct is to set the standard of behaviour required of every Wallan Basketball representative and domestic coach, to ensure every player in the team: (i) enjoys their experience of playing basketball for Wallan; (ii) improves as a basketball player; and (iii) assists the team to improve. All coaches MUST sign and abide by this Code.

Every Wallan Basketball Coach MUST at all times:

• Be encouraging and supportive of all players in the team.
• Bewillingandabletoprovideonlyconstructivecriticismtoplayers.
• Coach for the players’ enjoyment (not just to win or to meet coach expectations).
• Losegraciouslyandshowgoodsportsmanshipindefeatandvictory.
• Give each Domestic player an equal amount of court time in every domestic game.
• Give each Panthers player a reasonable amount of court time over the VJBL season.
• Teach understanding and respect for the rules (i.e. never encourage players to ignore, abuse or deliberately break any rules of basketball).
• Refrain from abusing or disrespecting referees or officials.
• Refrain from disrespecting the abilities of opponents or opposition coaches.
• Be reasonable in their demands of all players.
• Ensure that any physical contact with a player is appropriate.
• Promote and exhibit appropriate personal and social behaviours.
• Refrain from swearing or remarks that may be taken as offensive or discriminatory.
• Avoid personal or overly-familiar relationships with players.
• Show concern and take responsibility for players who are sick or injured.
• Ensuring focus on the team plan if spectators become over-enthusiastic.
• Respect that parents may sometimes have contrary demands on players.
• Refrain from unreasonably grouping players (at training) of unequal age or ability.
• Be willing and able to keep their level of coaching knowledge current.
• Ensure that training equipment and facilities meet safety standards (e.g. floors) and are appropriate to the age and ability of the players.
• Always respect the use of all facilities and equipment provided.

.....

WALLAN BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION INC. (WBI)

Code of Conduct Agreement

Basketball is a recreational activity for enjoyment and health.

The Wallan Basketball Association Codes of Conduct are therefore intended to assist all Wallan representative and domestic players, coaches, parents and administrators to obtain the maximum benefit and enjoyment from their involvement in basketball.

The WBI Codes of Conduct have also been developed to align with those of Basketball Victoria (BV) which seek to give participants a guide to the expectations of BV for their behaviour and conduct.

As representatives of the Wallan Basketball Association, all players, coaches, parents and administrators are required to agree to and abide by specific behavioural conduct obligations, by signing a WBI Code of Conduct agreement.

It is essential that all Wallan basketball players, coaches, parents and administrators fully read and understand their Code of Conduct obligations.

A breach of a WBI Code of Conduct agreement may result in disciplinary action by the WBI Coach (following approval by the WBI Panthers or Domestic Committee Chair), and/or the Executive Committee of the Association.

In the matter of a serious offence by any player, coach, parent or administrator, individuals may be liable to referral of their conduct to an Association, Victorian Junior Basketball League (VJBL) or BV Tribunal hearing.

Consequences of any WBI Code of Conduct breach by any player, coach, parent or administrator may include:

• Omission (short-term) or suspension (medium-term) from playing for the team;

• Permanent de-registration from the Association and/or the VJBL; and/or

• A fine imposed at the discretion of the WBI, VJBL or BV Tribunal.

Ultimately, whether you are representing the Wallan Basketball Association as a representative or domestic player, coach, parent, legal guardian or administrator, your aim should be to always conduct yourself in a way that ensures the enjoyment of every player in a safe environment, and that reflects the three key WBI Coaching Philosophies:

1. “LET’S SEE HOW GOOD WE CAN GET”.

2. “LET’SHAVEFUNBYCOMPETINGHARD”.

3. “THE STAR OF THE TEAM IS THE TEAM”.