Code of Conduct

Pool CC is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all its members and the game of cricket in general. The club believes that it is important that members should at all times show respect and understanding for the safety and welfare of others. Therefore members are encouraged to be open at all times and to share any concerns or complaints that they may have about any aspect of the club with the General Committee.

As a player for Pool CC, you are expected to abide by the following rules:

· All players must play within the rules and respect officials and their decisions
· All players must respect opponents
· Players should keep to agreed timings for matches and practice or inform their captain if they are going to be late
· Players must wear suitable kit for matches and practice sessions
· Players must pay any fees for matches on the day
· Foul and/or abusive language on or off the field is unacceptable
· Intimidation, aggressive behaviour and/or deliberate distraction of opponents by words or actions are unacceptable
· Players are not allowed to smoke or consume alcohol on the pitch at any time
· Players are not allowed to take drugs of any kind on the club premises or whilst representing the club
· It is expected that teams will do their utmost to win but the highest standards of sportsmanship in keeping with the spirit of the game should be displayed