1. OUTDOOR NET PROCEDURE 2. GUIDELINES FOR COACHES 3. GUIDELINES FOR PARENTS OF JUNIOR PLAYERS 4. GUIDELINES FOR SPECTATORS AT JUNIOR GAMES 5. JUNIOR PLAYERS CONDUCT 6. TEAM SELECTION CRITERIA 1. OUTDOOR NET PROCEDURE The following procedure is necessary to ensure the new nets are used on an equitable basis between all age groups, and individual club members. Also to ensure that appropriate health and safety considerations are recognised and enforced. 1. BOOKING A booking system is to be introduced allowing hour slots, per net, to be reserved at available times on a team basis or individual member basis. This form will be in the pavilion and entries will be made for available times on a first come first served rule. Nets will not be available when a game is in progress. The booking form will blank out official club practice sessions at agreed times and evening / weekend matches to ensure individual are aware of these, they are to be confirmed as: Friday evening / junior practice and Thursday evening / senior practice. Both 6.00 pm to 8.00 pm. There will be no charge for internal senior or junior squad use. Individual members will be invited to make a contribution to club funds if they use the facilities privately. Outside hire will be available at a suggested cost of £ 10 per net per hour. 2. SAFETY It is the responsibility of the senior player, parent or coach booking the net to observe the published net safety guidelines. These are to be displayed on the side of the score box and issued to al members in their 2004 Members Pack. It is proposed to install a further pole and net down the middle of the nets to give added protection to users and to install a stop net to protect others using the outfield. Spectators close to the net area will be asked to observe signage warning of the dangers. Net Users will be encouraged to park on the main road side of the pavilion so they are not walking past the net area as often. A security system is to be developed to ensure the nets are only used by authorised players. This will probably involve use of a locked bar at the end of both nets. Keys will be issued to all coaches and captains, a key will also be kept in the pavilion. A first aid kit and set of emergency contact phone numbers will be kept in the pavilion at all times. 3. FRIDAY NIGHT PRACTICE It is important we allocate facilities and specific outfield areas for a Friday evening practice to make sure that all juniors practice in safety and share the new practice areas. Consideration also has to be given to wicket preparation. • Under 11/12/13/15 will share the net area for hardball practice week by week. “The successful coach invests more in the well -being and interests of the players than in the win-loss record” The following are guidelines for all Coaches at Clumber Park Cricket Club in 2004. • Be reasonable in your demands on children’s and young people’s time, energy and enthusiasm – they need other interests. • Children play for fun and enjoyment and winning is only a part of this. Never ridicule or shout at children for making mistakes or losing a match. • Make a personal commitment to keep yourself informed on sound coaching principles and the principles of children’s growth and development. • Group players according to age, height, skill and physical maturity where appropriate. • The scheduling and length of practice sessions and competitions should take into consideration the maturity level of the children. • Avoid “over playing “talented players. The “just average” players need and deserve equal time. Be sensitive to the less talented. • Ensure equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age and ability of the players. • Teach all players that the rules of the game are mutual agreements which no one should evade or break. • Develop respect for the ability of opponents, as well as for the judgement of officials and opposing coaches.
“Children develop differently, at different times and react differently to the same pressures” The following are guidelines for all parents of junior cricketers at Clumber Park Cricket Club. • Don’t force an unwilling child to participate in sport; he or she is not playing to satisfy your ambitions. • Children and young people are involved in organised sport for their enjoyment- not yours. • Encourage your child to always play by the rules. • Teach your child that effort and teamwork are as important as victory so that the result of each game is accepted without undue disappointment. • Turn defeat into victory by helping your child work towards skill improvement and a positive sporting attitude. Never ridicule or shout at your children for making a mistake or loosing a competition. • Children learn best by example. Applaud good play by your team and by the opposition. • Don’t question publicly the official’s judgment and never their honesty. • Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from children’s sporting activities. • Recognise the value and importance of coaches. They give their time and resource to provide guidance for your child. Set an example by being friendly to parents of the opposition. • Emphasis enjoyment and fun. • Praise and reinforce effort and improvement. 4. GUIDELINES FOR SPECTATORS AT JUNIOR GAMES “Children at play are not professional entertainers” The following are guidelines for spectators at junior cricket matches. • Children play organised sport for their own fun. They are not there to entertain you, and they are NOT miniature adults or professional sportsmen and women. • Don’t harass or swear at players, coaches or officials. • Applaud good play by your own team and the visiting team. Show respect for your teams opponents. Without them there would be no game. • Never ridicule or scold a child for making a mistake during a game. • Condemn the use of violence in all forms. • Respect the official decisions. • Encourage players to always play by the rules. • Relax and enjoy the game whether your team wins or not. “It isn’t whether you win or lose, but how you play the game” The following are guidelines for all players at Clumber Park Cricket Club on the approach expected • Play for the “fun of it”, not just to please your parents or the coach. • Where rules apply try to understand them and stick to them. • Accept decisions; let your captain or coach ask any necessary questions. • Control your temper, no shouting, breaking bats or throwing of equipment. • Be a good sport; Cheer all good play, whether in your team or your opponents. • Remember the aim of the game is to have fun, to improve your skills and to feel good. • Don’t show off. • Work equally hard for you and your team – the team’s performance will benefit and so will you. • Treat all players as you would like to be treated. • Don’t bully or take unfair advantage of any player. • Co- operate with your coach, team mates and opponents – without them you don’t have a game. Meetings of the Section Sub-Committee will be held on Sunday evening following completion of the Sunday fixture or on Monday if there is a Bank Holiday Selection Criteria will be as agreed at the AGM November 2009. 1. Clumber Park CC will endeavour to provide the highest standard of cricket for the Saturday 1st and 2nd team and development opportunities for young
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