Code of Conduct For Adult Members

Honour the spirit of Rugby Union and actively promote the core values of the Game, namely fair play and good sportsmanship.
Play within the Laws of the Game.
Reject cheating, racism, violence and drugs.
Play to win but not at all costs – win with dignity and lose with grace.
Recognise that many officials and referees are volunteers, who devote considerable time to enhancing the enjoyment of rugby union for all –value them and treat them with respect.
Recognise good play, by both teammates and opposition players.
Respect your teammates, coaches and managers by communicating availability as soon as possible and by being punctual for training and matches.
Display consistently high standards of behaviour and appearance, both on and off the playing field - you have a responsibility to uphold HCRC’s standards and values and you need to remember that you are a role model for the Club's Youth and Mini players. Be mindful when posting comments on such forums as Face Book/Twitter etc that they cannot be misconstrued.
Very importantly, play with discipline and control your emotions – do not lose your temper. Acts of physical abuse or violence, by any player representing the Club, against any other player, official or person will be viewed in a very serious light by HCRC’s Disciplinary Committee and may also, depending on the circumstances, result in civil or criminal liability for the offending player.
HCRC cannot, and will not, condone acts of violence under any circumstances.