YMCA Bannockburn and the Golden Plains Basketball Association Senior Ladies, Mixed, Men s and Junior Basketball Competitions for 2015/16

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1 YMCA Bannockburn and the Golden Plains Basketball Association Senior Ladies, Mixed, Men s and Junior Basketball Competitions for 2015/16 Registration & Information Pack bannockburn@ymca.org.au Phone: Address: 132 Milton Street Bannockburn 3331

2 Contents 1. Invitation... 3 Key dates: Playing gear and Equipment Referees Registrations Fees Fixtures & Results Codes of Conduct... 5 Players Code of Behaviour;... 5 Coach Code of Behaviour;... 6 Spectator Code of Behaviour... 6 Golden Plains Basketball Association Competition Manager- YMCA Bannockburn Updated: 17/09/2015 Page 2 of 8

3 YMCA Geelong and the Golden Plains Basketball Association Senior and Junior Competitions for 2015 Seasons: Winter- April - September Summer- October - March 1. Invitation Welcome to YMCA Bannockburn and the Golden Plains Basketball Association competition. The management of this competition is as follows. Please direct all quires to the Duty Manager at the time or contact Centre Coordinator on E: bannockburn@ymca.org.au 2. Basketball Competitions on offer are: Seniors Women: Thursday nights 14 years + Men s: Thursday night Senior Mixed: Monday nights Juniors Juniors - Friday night Un 12 YMCA Geelong and the Golden Plains Basketball Association Senior and Junior Competitions for 2015/16 Key dates: Registration due by: Winter season First Week in April Summer Season First Week in October Season commencement: Winter season First Week in April Summer Season First Week in October 3. Playing gear and Equipment- Safety: A player must not use equipment or wear anything that is dangerous to themselves or another player, including any kind of jewellery. Basic Equipment: The basic compulsory equipment of a player is; Golden Plains Basketball Association Competition Manager- YMCA Bannockburn Updated: 17/09/2015 Page 3 of 8

4 A top matching your team mates bib Shorts (without pockets) or skirts Footwear- non marking footwear only NO BLACK SOLE SHOES The YMCA advises that all efforts should be made to purchase a set of bibs to wear as there are limited sets that the YMCA can lend out to participating teams. 4. Referees- Please remember to give our Referees a fair go, without them you would not have a game or competition. There is a correct process to follow if you do not agree with the Referee s decision or if you have any questions regarding rules of the game. 1. If you have any questions regarding the rules of the game please refer your questions to the competition manager, if the competition manager is unable to answer your question you may ask the Referee after the game is completed. 2. If you have a complaint regarding violent conduct during or after the game or concerns regarding umpiring, please address your complaint/concern to venue management in writing. If you are interested in becoming an referee please see reception 5. Registrations- Competition are filled on the first come, first serve basis upon full payment. YMCA Geelong reserves the right to refuse a team registration. Team registrations will not be accepted without the full lodgement of each individual player payment and Basketball Victoria Registration form. The last day for registrations is first Friday in April / Friday in October. Our when designated by competition manager Once completed, all entries are to be sent directly to YMCA Bannockburn. Entries can be submitted by: bannockburn@ymca.org.au Post YMCA Bannockburn; 132 Milton Street Bannockburn 3331 In the Venue Bannockburn Recreation Centre 132 Milton Street Bannockburn Fees- YMCA Geelong is affiliated with the Basketball Victoria and all players are required to become registered. The fee structures for competitions are as follows: 2015/16 Basketball Victoria Country Registration: (18years +) (Valid for 12 months- Jan- Dec) $58.00 per player due October 2015 Golden Plains Basketball Association Competition Manager- YMCA Bannockburn Updated: 17/09/2015 Page 4 of 8

5 2015/16 Basketball Victoria Junior Registration: (5-17 years) (Valid for 12 months- Jan- Dec) $48.00 per player due October 2015 Basketball Victoria Country registration is a requirement for all players and covers players for limited personal injury insurance and includes Association registration fee. NO BASKETBALL REGISTRATION NO PLAYING IN COMPETITION Team Registration Fee: Senior - $50- payable on team registration Intermediate/Junior - $40 payable on team registration Game Fees: SENIOR GAMES- $53.00 per team sheet/per game NB: Team Sheet Fees increase annually in line with CPI after 1 st July JUNIOR / INTERMEDIATE GAMES- $7.50 per player per game All game fees will need to be paid in full before the game at the reception desk and the receipt placed in Team bag with the player name and number on it. Referees will check at the start of the game and players that haven t paid will not take to the court and the team will be penalised. No payment, No game Basketball Training: $6.00 per player per night and each player must be booked in at the start of the session for training and receipt to be provided to the coach at the start of the session. 7. Fixtures & Results- All fixtures, results, ladders, general information and rules will be displayed on the relevant notice board in the foyer and updated every week. All Fixtures are on Sport Fix App- download on app store or google play Click YMCA Geelong Click Basketball 8. Codes of Conduct Players Code of Behaviour Play by the rules. Never argue with an Referee or official. If you disagree, have your captain, coach or manager approach the Referee or game officials during the break or after the game. Remember the rule book states the Referee is always right. Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials and sledging other players, deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent are not acceptable or permitted behaviour in any sport. Work equally hard for yourself and/or your team. Your team s performance will benefit and so will you. Treat all participants in the sport as you would like to be treated. Do not bully or take unfair advantage of another competitor. Golden Plains Basketball Association Competition Manager- YMCA Bannockburn Updated: 17/09/2015 Page 5 of 8

6 Cooperate with your coach, team-mates and opponents. Without them there would be no competition. Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents and coaches. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. Coach Code of Behaviour Remember that children participate in sport for their enjoyment, not yours. Encourage children to participate, do not force them. Focus on your children s efforts and performance rather than whether they win or lose. Encourage children to play according to the rules and to settle disagreements without resorting to hostility or violence. Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a game. Remember that children learn best by example. Appreciate good performance and skilful plays by all participants. Respect officials decisions and teach children to do likewise. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. Spectator Code of Behaviour Respect the decisions of the officials and teach enthusiasts of the game to do the same. Never ridicule or scold a young player for making a mistake. Positive comments are motivational. Condemn the use of violence in any form, whether it is by other spectators, coaches, officials or players. Show respect for your team s opponents. Without them there would be no game. Do not use violence, harassment or abuse in any form (that is, do not use foul language, sledge or harass players, coaches, officials or other spectators). Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. Show appreciation for volunteer coaches, officials and administrators. Without them, your child would not participate. 9. Registration forms- To ensure that we receive your registrations in full please check your records against the following list prior to submission o Team Registration Forms Team captain or delegated team official must complete all team details o Fees All fees must accompany registration forms. Payment methods are cash (do not post cash), cheque or credit card. Credit card payments can be made in person, over the phone or submitted with your individual registration form. Golden Plains Basketball Association Competition Manager- YMCA Bannockburn Updated: 17/09/2015 Page 6 of 8

7 o Basketball Victoria Country Individual Registration Forms All players must have completed the team registration form and YMCA Geelong Enrolment form this data will be entered on the BVC online portal. The registration fee includes the costs of administering the system. YMCA Bannockburn Centre Basketball Rules Team Entry - Team Entry Fee and Team Entry Form must be completed prior to commencing Round 1 of every undertaken season. Any teams who have not completed this process before this time will not receive competition points until process is complete. Player Registration - Every player is registered once their details have been completely filled in on the team entry form. Fill-ins are exempt from this rule. - A fill in player can play 3 games for the team, any further games for that team in the same season they will be considered a permanent player and will be required to register. -The fill in can come from any team or age if under the age limit. i.e. a senior player cannot player inters -at least one original representative needs to play at all times. i.e. you cannot have a team full of fill ins. Team sheets - Game sheets can be found near entrance to desired court and have designated areas for teams to enter player details. - The captain is responsible for ensuring each player s details are listed. Legible writing must be used to include the first initial, surname and player number prior to the start of the game. - The team sheet should be handed to the game official 1 minute before the start time. If the game official does not receive the team sheet fully paid and correctly filled in then the clock will start as normal but no play will commence until the sheet is filled in. Scorers - Each team must provide a scorer for the scoresheet/scoreboard No Scorers/No Games Game Payment - Game payments are made at the office, and are to be paid prior to each game. The team payment must be paid in full, there is NO CREDIT here, therefore management recommend players bring along a little extra to cover any shortfall by missing players. Golden Plains Basketball Association Competition Manager- YMCA Bannockburn Updated: 17/09/2015 Page 7 of 8

8 Player Requirements. - No jewellery can be worn. A flat wedding band entirely covered by sports tape is the only exception - No player under the age of 14 may play in a senior competition unless permission has been granted by management - Wear team uniforms and they must be matching colours. Uniform requirements must be organised and met prior to Round 3 of each season. Team and Player Requirements - Teams may contain up to 9 players, 5 of which can take to the court. - Substitutions may be made during the game, - Teams must have at least 4 players to start the game. Refer to GPSC By-laws Part B 3 Forfeits - Forfeiting games will be charged a double game fee unless 48 hours notice is given then only the normal game fee will be charged. Refer to GPSC By-law Part A 12. Season Withdrawal - Teams who withdraw from a season after Round 1 has commenced will be charged the remainder of the season subject to management s decision. Failure to pay overdue fines and fees may result in competition removal. Finals - All competition finals shall be a knockout setup unless otherwise organised by management. - Players must qualify for finals, at least 5 games minimum to be played for each player unless otherwise organised by management. Playing unqualified players will result in disqualification from finals. - If scores are tied after full-time, 2 periods of 5 minutes extra time shall commence. If the scores are still tied at times end, then the first team to get a lead by 2 goals wins. No substitutions are allowed during extra time. Game Stoppages - Games can be stopped if a safety or infectious disease issue arises during the game. In this case the game clock will not stop. - If blood spills onto the ball or part of the court at anytime, the game must be stopped immediately. A player who is bleeding shall leave the court and if, after a wipe, the wound continues to bleed the player may be replaced. Any blood on playing area, equipment or uniforms must be properly sanitised before play can resume. Golden Plains Basketball Association Competition Manager- YMCA Bannockburn Updated: 17/09/2015 Page 8 of 8

9 YMCA Bannockburn 132 Milton Street Bannockburn 3331 Ph: Basketball Team Registration Form Team Name: Name of Coach or Captain: Phone (mobile & home): Bib Colour (first in best dressed) Competition and Year: Ladies Mixed Men s Rookies 5-8yrs Junior 9-12years Youth 12-15yrs Address: Short Colour (first in best dressed) Shirt Colour (first in best dressed) Skirt Colour (first in best dressed) Name D.O.B Postal Address Address Phone No Basketball Victoria Registration YES- Provide No# NO- Required to Pay Rego Fee

10 All players MUST have all details included on the form

11 YMCA Geelong Participant Registration Form Please complete the following details for the PARTICIPANT for all new participants or annually for existing customers. CENTRE: Bannockburn Recreation Centre PROGRAM: First Name: Last Name: Sex: M/ F DOB: / / (If Applicable) School Grade: Address: Suburb: Postcode: Home Phone: M: Parent Parent/Guardian Name(s): How did you hear about us? Parent/Guardian/Next of Kin contact details or other Emergency contacts 1. Name: Relationship to Participant: Mobile: Work: Home: 2. Name Relationship to Participant: Mobile: Work: Home: Medical History Does the participant have any health issues, allergies or medical conditions (Please disclose information that will assist us ensure the health and safety of the participant? Does the participant have any pre-existing injuries? Does the participant have asthma? Yes/No If yes, please attach a management plan. Does the participant have current Ambulance Subscription Yes/No (If applicable) Sporting Association Registration Details: Do you have a current financial year membership with- Gymnastics Victoria Yes/No Basketball Victoria Yes/No Netball Victoria Yes/No Membership NO: # Membership NO: # Membership NO: # I, the undersigned, approve of the above application and in doing so agree that the YMCA and its officers, leaders, staff and agents shall be released from and shall not incur, any responsibility or liability whatsoever for any accident or injury to the applicant or for any damage or loss of property of the applicant. I further authorise the YMCA to obtain medical/ambulance assistance in the case of an emergency involving the applicant and I agree to bear any costs thereby incurred. I understand that where a sport is affiliated with a State Sporting Association ( Netball/Basketball/Gymnastics) I am required to pay the annual registration fee. Parent/ Guardian Name Signature Date Photo Release During class, sporting programs and events throughout the year, photographs may be taken of participants to be used by YMCA Geelong for promotional purposes. I grant permission / I do not grant permission for photographs of my child to be used for YMCA promotional material. Parent/Guardian Name Signature Date Privacy The YMCA acknowledges and respects the privacy of individuals. The information that is being collected on this document is for the purposes of processing your enrolment in a YMCA Program, providing you with updated information and assisting us improve our service to you. The personal information collected is of the parent/guardians and the child enrolled in the program. By completing this form the YMCA accepts that the parent/guardian of the child have consented for this information to be collected. The intended recipients of the information are the YMCA, its authorised staff and relevant government authorities. You have the right to access and alter personal information concerning yourself or your child in accordance with the Commonwealth Privacy Act (Amended2001) and YMCA Privacy Policy. We may on occasion send out information as part of your enrolment, if you do not wish to receive any correspondence please circle the opt out option. OPT OUT Office Use Only: LINKS: date entered: / / Class (Program): Dates: Staff Name: LINKS: Student No: # Family no: # YMCA Geelong Enrolment Form BRC updated Extranet/ Bannockburn/ Admin/ YG BRC enrolment form V

12 GOLDEN PLAINS BASKETBALL CLUB BY LAWS FOR ALL COMPETITIONS PART A BY LAWS RELATING TO ALL COMPETITIONS 1. REGISTRATION All players must be registered with the Victorian Basketball Association (VBA). This annual payment shall be paid to the YMCA who will then forward it onto the VBA. Any new players must pay registration before taking the court for their third game. 2. FEES Senior and Junior game fees shall be set by the YMCA after consultation with the GPBC Committee. 3. BEHAVIOUR a) All games shall be played in a competitive manner using appropriate physical and verbal behaviour. b) All participants are expected to show respect for the officials, opposition players, facilities and visitors. c) Referees have the authority to enforce appropriate behaviour using the power invested in them by the Rules of Basketball eg technical, unsportsmanlike or disqualifying fouls and the removal of players from the court or stadium if necessary. Foul language will not be tolerated at any time. d) A Disciplinary Tribunal is established and has the authority to invoke suspension on any reported player. e) Any player(s) under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be allowed to enter the stadium. If it becomes obvious that the player(s) in question is(are) under the influence of alcohol or drugs after the game has commenced, the officials shall immediately halt the game to allow the player(s) in question to leave the court and stadium. The game will not commence until the player(s) has/have left the stadium. If the player(s) refuse(s) to leave the stadium, that players team will immediately forfeit the match. 4. ARROW. The arrow system will be in force in all competitions with one jump ball to start each game. 5. TECHNICAL AND UNSPORTSMANLIKE FOULS If a player receives a technical or unsportsmanlike foul, that player will automatically be benched for 5 minutes. The player may be replaced if an appropriate team member is available. If the same player receives a second similar foul, that player will be ejected from the game. Again, the player may be replaced. 6. TEAM PLAYER NUMBERS

13 Each team must commence each game with at least 4 players. 7. TIMING OF GAMES a) All senior games will consist of four 10 minute quarters. b) There will be a one minute break at quarter and three quarter times and a 2 minute break at half time. One time out per team per quarter will be allowed. No time outs will be allowed in the last 2 minutes of any quarter. The clock will not stop for any time-outs. c) The game clock will start on time irrespective of whether the teams are ready or not. A penalty of 2 points per minute will be awarded against any team without the minimum number of players needed to start the game(4). The team will forfeit the game if it cannot start the game within 10 minutes of the start time. 8. SCORING BENCH DUTY a) It is the responsibility of each team to supply 1 scorer for their own game. b) If no person can be found to man the bench, a player from each team can be nominated to score the game. c) A team which fails to provide a scorer will be penalised 1 point off their competition points at that time. d) The game cannot start until the scorers bench is manned. e) Score sheets should be filled out 10 minutes prior to the start of the game. f) The score sheet will be the only official record of the game. 9. COMPETITION POINTS a) Points shall be awarded to teams as follows: Win 3 points Draw 2 points Loss 1 point Forfeit 0 points b) If a team wins on forfeit, the official score will be 20 nil. 10. UNIFORMS a) Players must wear tops and shorts of a uniform colour. b) All players tops will be numbered on the front and back. c) Two or more players from the same team cannot use the same number in the same game. d) Shorts with pockets are not permitted. e) If there is a clash of colour, an alternative top can be obtained from the Stadium Supervisor at the office. Team B on the score-sheet is the team to change their tops. f) All teams will be given until round 3 to enable the above uniform rules to be met. Any player who does not comply with these rules on or after round 3 will incur a penalty of 4 points to the opposition team. For example if 3 players are out of uniform before the start of the game, a penalty of 12 points will be given to the opposition team. The referees will be the sole arbitraters on uniform matters.

14 11. REFEREE ATTIRE Referees must adhere to the VBRA dress code 12. FORFEITS a) An un-notified forfeit will incur a penalty of $80. This penalty is to be paid the week following the forfeited game or that team will not be able to play again in the competition until the fee is paid. b) If a team notifies the Stadium Manager of an impending forfeit within 24 hours of a game, no penalty will apply. No competition points will be given to any team that forfeits. 13. FINALS a) Each finals series will feature the top 4 teams b) The finals will be played as follows: Semi-finals (A) 1 v 2 (B) 3 v4 Preliminary Final (C) Loser game A v Winner of game B Grand Final (D) Winner of game A v Winner of game C c) In the event of a draw at full time in any finals match, an extra period of 5 minutes will be played to determine the winner. Teams shall shoot to the end they were going in the second half. If the scores are still tied after the extra 5 minutes, additional 5 minute periods will be played until a result is obtained. The clock will stop on all whistles during extra time periods. One time out per team will be permitted in each extra time period. d) As extra time periods are an extension of the second half, all team and personal fouls obtained in the second half shall stand. e) The last 3 minutes of all finals games shall be fully timed. f) The clock will stop for all time outs in the Grand Final. 14. ELIGIBILITY a) To be eligible to participate in any finals game, a player must have taken to the court in a minimum of 5 games during that season with the team that he/she is currently playing with. 15. FIRST AID AND BLOOD RULE a) A first aid kit is available in the stadium and ice packs are kept in the freezer in the stadium kitchen. Should a player bleed during a game, the referee must ask the player to leave the court and be attended to. Blood must be cleaned off the court surface or ball before play can continue. The player cannot return to the game until all bleeding has stopped, blood is removed from the player and bloodied clothing is replaced. 16. JEWELLERY a) No player shall wear an object which might cause injury either to themselves or to another player. b) Referees shall monitor all players appearance before each game with particular attention made to rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings and other body piercing objects.

15 c) Referees will politely ask that such objects be removed before the player goes on court. d) If a player claims that the object cannot be removed the referee can ask the player to cover it with a protective device such as tape. e) If the protective covering comes off during the match, the game shall be stopped immediately until it is covered again. f) If the protective covering keeps falling off during the game, the referee may ask the player to leave the court. 17. FINGERNAILS All fingernails are to be kept short to avoid injury to oneself and other players. Referees will inspect all players fingernails prior to each match. Any player deemed to have finger nails longer than desired will be asked to leave the court until the problem is rectified. 18. ABUSE OF EQUIPMENT Any person found abusing or damaging equipment belonging to the Stadium shall be subject to disciplinary action. They may also be asked to meet the replacement cost of any damaged equipment. 19. REFEREE PAYMENTS a) The referees shall be paid game fees as determined by the YMCA. b) An additional amount of $2.50 per game will be paid to any referee who has to travel from Geelong or further away. This amount is to cover the cost of travelling to and from Bannockburn. c) Game payments for all referee grades will double if only one referee is available to officiate. d) In grand finals, referees will be paid $22.00 each game irrespective of their grading status. 20. AWARDS a) A MVP award will be made in each competition. b) The award will be based on votes awarded by the referees. c) An award for the highest point scorer for the season (excluding finals) will also be made.

16 PART B BY-LAWS RELATING TO MIXED GENDER COMPETITIONS 1. MALE AND FEMALE ENDS a) The female key is at the stadium entrance end. Only one male player from the attacking team is allowed inside the 3 point line at any one time. There are no restrictions on the number of female players from the attacking team that may enter inside the 3 point arc at the male end of the court. b) Only players within the key at either end can handle the ball. No player may reach into his or her defensive key to take control of or tap the ball. c) All players may shoot from outside the key at either end of the court d) Each player on their team is allowed to score a maximum total of points for the game. (this may be 10,11,12 or 13 points depending on the players last score). However, once all players from the same gender have scored their maximum total, all players of that gender may continue to score indefinately. e) All players must be at least 14 years of age to be eligible to play in the competition. Younger players may be permitted to play at the discretion of the GPBC and YMCA. 2. FINALS a) In the event of a draw, an extra period of 5 minutes shall be played. (See Section 13 of the General By-laws). b) During this extra period or extra periods, players may increase their maximum points to 14(or 15, 16 or 17 depending on their last scoring shot) even if some players of the same gender may have not reached their 10. Only when all players of the same gender have scored 14 points may players shoot more points. 3. TEAM PLAYER NUMBERS a) Each team must commence each game with at least 4 players. b) Of these players, there must be at least one player of either gender. c) A maximum of 3 players from the one gender are allowed on the court at any time-out. d) If during a game, all players of one gender on the same team are fouled out, the game can continue as long as there are no more than 3 players on the court for that team. e) If a player is fouled out or disqualified from the game and has not scored his/her maximum number of points, all other team members of that gender on reaching 10 points may continue to score more points. f) If a player reaches their maximum number of points and then attempts to score or scores before their team mates of the same gender have scored their maximum number, that player shall receive a technical foul for deliberate time wasting. Referees may consult the bench to ensure that the player was informed about his/her points total before the technical foul is given. 4. AVOIDING INJURY All male players must be aware of the position of female players on the court. They must take appropriate action to avoid collisions and not overly intimidate female players.

17 PART C BY-LAWS RELATING TO THE JUNIOR COMPETITION 1. MERCY RULE Once a team is leading by at least 10 points, the referees will ask the leading team to defend from behind the free throw line. This will give the losing team the opportunity to bring the ball up the court unhindered. Obviously, if the margin drops to below 10 points at any time, the mercy rule ceases to apply. October 2014

18 BASKETBALL PLAYERS CODE OF CONDUCT 1. Understand and play by the rules. Understanding and playing by the rules is your responsibility. The rules exist for the safety, proper order and enjoyment of all people involved in basketball. The lessons to be learned in this respect in basketball are lessons that can and should be carried over into all aspects of your lives. Do not ignore or deliberately break any rules. Even if you think that a deliberate foul may give your team an advantage, you should not commit the deliberate foul in the interests of fair play. If you do consistently commit deliberate fouls or break the rules you must accept that there will be consequences for you and your team. Do not let yourself or your team down. 2. Respect referees and other officials. Referees and officials have a difficult task to perform and you could not play the game without them. They are there to enforce the rules of play but they cannot always be right. Accept bad calls graciously. Abuse of referees is unacceptable behaviour. Players who consistently dispute decisions or do not accept bad decisions are bad sports. If you disagree with a decision, have your coach, captain or manager approach the referee during a break or after the game, in an appropriate manner. 3. Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials is a serious offence against the rules of basketball. Verbally abusing other players or deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent are also not acceptable or permitted in basketball. Loss of temper is not only unpleasant for other participants in the game, it can also distract you and have an adverse effect on your concentration and effectiveness on the court. 4. Work equally hard for yourself and for your team. You owe it to yourself and others involved in your team to train and play to the best of your abilities. Your team s performance will benefit - so will you. If you are half-hearted about your involvement in the sport you will become dissatisfied and lose out on the much of the enjoyment and satisfaction you can derive from giving it your best. 5. Be a good sport. Acknowledge all good plays whether they be by your team or the other team. Good manners and respect can be infectious. Everyone likes to be praised when they do something well. If you acknowledge the achievements of your opponents it is likely they will follow suit. Part of participation in sport is respect for all participants in the game. Your opponents are entitled to proper courtesy. Always introduce yourself to your opponents on court, congratulate them whether you win or lose and accept a loss gracefully. Remember that the opposition coach is there trying to do the best for their team and is also entitled to respect.

19 6. Treat all players as you would like to be treated. Do not interfere with, bully or take unfair advantage of another player. Just because one of your team cannot perform as well as you do does not mean that they are not trying. Everyone makes mistakes. Do not abuse or ridicule another player when a mistake is made. Constructive guidance and encouragement when a player does well will assist a player to improve their game. 7. Play for the enjoyment of it and not just to please parents and coaches. Playing sport, including basketball, should be fun. This doesn t mean that you shouldn t take it seriously, just that at the same time you should enjoy it. If you enjoy an activity you will perform much better and derive far more benefit from it than if it is an unpleasant experience. You may experience pressure from your coach and parents and others to perform outside of your capability or desires. Whilst this can be a positive and their way of showing you support in your activities, you should resist it where it no longer is enjoyable. 8. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person. Regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background, religion or other factor irrelevant to the game, all persons connected with basketball are entitled to equal treatment and respect. Avoid any remarks that could be construed as offensive or discriminatory. Sometimes even a joke may give offence. Even if a person refers to themselves with a particular label, it should not be taken as an invitation for you to do so. Using discretion is imperative and it is better to err on the side of caution. 9. Be prepared to lose sometimes. Everyone wins and losses at some time. Be a fair winner and a good loser. Disappointment at losing is natural, but it should not be obvious to the point of being unpleasant for others. Just as unpleasant can be the boastful winner. Recognise that even in defeat, the loser has achieved something, just by playing. Not everything in life can be a winning situation. Losing can be an important learning experience for your wider life goals. 10. Always respect the use of facilities and equipment provided. Facilities and equipment cost money and will only function properly if kept in good order. Ensure that you do not abuse anything provided for use. Do not engage in dangerous practices such as hanging off hoops or slam dunking. Quite properly, these practices are banned in most venues. Not only can equipment be damaged but serious injury can occur.