Respect policy

All RFL clubs have signed up to the RFL’s RESPECT policy.

All participants in the game of Rugby League including players, parents, spectators, coaches, match officials, volunteers and administrators should:

    As a parent and/or spectator you have the responsibility to abide by the RESPECT Code of Conduct 


    Do not force an unwilling child to participate in Rugby League Remember that children participate in Rugby 
League for their own enjoyment not yours 


    Understand that rugby league is part of a total life experience, and the benefits of involvement go far 
beyond the final score of a game 


    Condemn all violent or illegal acts, whether they are by players, coaches, officials, parents or spectators 


    Discourage all instances of unsporting behavior, foul or illegal play, or acts of violence, both on and off the 
field. 


    Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person regardless of their age, ethnic origin, gender, special 
needs, including learning and physical disabilities, class or social background, religion, sexual orientation, 
marital status, pregnancy, colour or political persuasion 


    Respect the match official’s decisions - don’t complain or argue about decisions during or after a game 


    Behave! Unsporting language, harassment or aggressive behavior will not be tolerated 


    Encourage players to play by the rules and to respect opposition players and officials 


    Never ridicule or scorn a player for making a mistake - respect their efforts 


    Participate in positive cheering that encourages all the players in the team; do not engage in any jeering that 
taunts or intimidates opponents, their fans or officials 


    At all times follow the directions of the Ground Manager and/or other match day staff 


    Never arrive at a ground under the influence of alcohol, never bring alcohol to a game and only drink alcohol 
if it is available at the ground, in the designated licensed area 


    Condemn the use of recreational and performance- enhancing drugs and doping practices; their use 
endangers the health of players and is contrary to the concept of fair play. 


    Every person who attends a Rugby League match does so with the permission and license of the home club 
&/or league. 


    Breaches of this Code of Conduct may result in penalties up to and including a fine, loss of team match 
points and suspension. Saddleworth Rangers Rugby League Club acknowledges its responsibility in line with the principles of RESPECT. If you have any concerns, please raise these with the clubs designated CWO;S Rachel Wood or Karen Wilson.
The RFL can be contacted on 0844 477 7113 or visit safeguarding@rfl.uk.com
www.rfl.uk.com