Codes of Practice:
Kildavin/Clonegal GAA Club is the beating heart of the Gaelic Games Community in the area. It has a proud history and its current members knows it has large shoes to fill. At the heart of the club is respect for those involved in playing, managing and providing administration for our National Games with this in mind we ask that all who participate and support us are mindful of the following:
Players:
- Always remember that you are representing Kildavin / Clonegal GAA.
- Trust and show respect for your team mentors. Acknowledge that they are human and will make mistakes.
- Try to make your team mates’ contribution as productive as possible by encouraging rather than criticising.
- Show respect for the referee and be aware that he/she is likely to respond unfavourably when criticised.
- Play hard but within the rules. Don’t react to intimidatory tactics from opponents.
- Don’t use foul or offensive language at matches. Be aware that you act as role models for younger members.
Mentors:
- Always remember that you are representing Kildavin / Clonegal GAA.
- Respect all players under your care.
- Promote understanding and mutual respect among players both on an individual and team basis.
- Encourage feedback from players.
- Ensure that each player understands what is expected of him/her. The team should also fully understand what is expected of it.
- Destructive criticism does not result in improved performance. Players respond better to positive comments.
- Maintain good relations, despite the heat of battle, with opposing players and mentors.
- Respect the match officials and don’t let bad decisions deflect you from running the team.
- Avoid using abusive or offensive language towards players in your charge. Such language diminishes your credibility.
- Be prepared to ask for and listen to the opinions of others.
Spectators and Officials:
- Always remember that you are representing Kildavin / Clonegal GAA.
- Give your full support to all games played by Kildavin / Clonegal GAA players.
- Support players and mentors rather than criticising them. Motivate by praising.
- Referees are human and will make mistakes. Criticising them publicly achieves nothing.
- Respect the opposition and don’t vilify opposing players.
- Foster good post-match relations with the opposition.
- Don’t use foul or offensive language at matches. Be aware that children are likely present.
- Public arguments between spectators, officials, mentors and players are unacceptable. There are more civilised channels for pursuing disagreements.
The Management Committee reserves the right to deal with breaches of discipline.
We also fully support and participate in  all initiatives by the GAA to create a positive enviroment in which our games are playe and administered.
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