AFI PLAYER – CODE OF CONDUCT
Each Player understands and agrees to:
1. Participate in matches in accordance with the Laws of the Game;
2. Respect the spirit of the Laws of the Game and fair play, and behave accordingly;
3. Display and foster respect for umpires, opponents, coaches, event staff, other officials, parents and spectators;
4. Never argue with or dispute a decision of an umpire or official;
5. Control their emotions, and not engage in verbal abuse of umpires, officials, sledging players and/or coaches or behaviour that deliberately distracts or provokes an opponent;
6. Never engage in any type of violence either on or off the field;
7. Contribute to a safe sporting environment and respectful culture which is accepting of individual differences, and behave accordingly;
8. Co-operate with their Team officials, coaches and teammates;
9. Participate for their own enjoyment and benefit and for the enjoyment and benefit of their teammates, coaches and Team officials;
10. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of gender, ability, cultural background or religion;
11. Not behave in any way so as to bring the Player, the Team or AFI into disrepute;
12. Not engage in conduct that is unethical, unbecoming or likely to cause harm to the reputation of the Player, the Team or AFI;
13. Not take part in any form of bullying including via the use of social media;
14. Use appropriately the facilities and equipment made available for administration, coaching, training, matches and events;
15. Be responsible for their actions.
