Introduction

WPHCCC has adopteda "Code of Conduct" policy across the Club. The Code for Seniors has been adapted but the intent is the same - let everyone play and enjoy their cricket.

The Code is our way of acknowledging the importance of the Preamble to the MCC Laws of Cricket - 'The Spirit of Cricket'.

Player's Code

• We play to win but we play by the rules and spirit of the game at all times
• If someone is scoring runs against us you don't have to "give it to him". Positively encourage our bowlers and fielders to get him out.
• Respect – your Captain, team-mates and opposition. Decisions made by the Captain should always take into consideration what is best for the Team rather than an individual. If any player has an issue with decisions, our Director – Seniors, should be approached to discuss the issue
• Sledging is off limits.
• If someone in our team is acting like a moron "call" the behaviour.
• Never argue with umpires. Leave it to your Captain to question difficult decisions
• No tantrums. Verbal abuse of officials and sledging other players, deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent is unacceptable behaviour
• Don’t be a victim and take it out on others. When (it will happen!) you get a bad decision ‘cop it’ and get on with the game. The Umpire is / was probably one of your mates
• Umpires make mistakes. If there is a lack of consistency the Captain can ask for the Umpire to be replaced with proper respect. Never challenge the Umpire's integrity
• "Walking" when "Out" is your decision. If you don't walk then fine, but don't carry on like a victim when you get a "bad one"
• Non attendance at games after being selected is not on - let your Captain know well before the game. It is your responsibility not the Captain's.

• Differences in race and ability/disability are irrelevant – treat everyone with respect and dignity
• Please be aware that Juniors role model your behaviour. Things like smoking, bad language, and temper are given legitimacy by your actions.

Captain's and Umpires Code

• Captains are Leaders. You cast a "long shadow" - please be aware of it
• Act on unsporting behaviour, from both sides, and promote respect for all opponents.
• Your behaviour and comments should be positive and supportive – you set an example.
• Anyone participating as an umpire, is, according to the Laws of Cricket, deemed to be an umpire. Accordingly, there are responsibilities imposed on them by the Laws: o Firstly, the person must act as a qualified umpire – conducting themselves in a dignified way, give decisions in an unbiased and impartial manner and not become involved in lengthy conversations with the players on the field. o Secondly, the players are to show proper respect to that person and the decisions given as they would a qualified umpire.

Penalties

• People who choose to play for our Club do so knowing our expectations on behaviour. Should there be breaches of our Code the Club’s Disciplinary Committee will look at issues referred to it as necessary.