NORTH YORKSHIRE WOMEN AND GIRLS

CRICKET DEVELOPMENT GROUP (NYWGCDG) PLAYER AND PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHILD WELFARE ...................................................................................................................................... 1

SOCIAL MEDIA GUIDELINES..................................................................................................................... 2

CONTACT INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................ 4

PHOTOGRAPHIC PERMISSION ................................................................................................................. 6

PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT .................................................................................................................... 7

PARENT/GUARDIAN PARTNERSHIP ......................................................................................................... 9

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CHILD WELFARE The North Yorkshire Women and Girls CDG and the YCB has adopted the ECB Safe Hands Policy, a copy of which is kept by

the YCB W&G Welfare Officer or can be found on the ECB website.

Women & Girls Welfare Officers for North

Yorkshire are;-

Mark Jobling 07889 168721 m.jobling@yorkshirecb.com

Kirsten Ovenden 07894 876787 kirsten.ovenden@sky.com

The Team Manager/Coach will:

• Act as the first point of contact for the reporting of Child Welfare and Protection concerns.

• Help and safeguard young people by assisting in the promotion and implementation of the Welfare of Young People

Policy at a County level.

• Be a source of advice and information within the county.

• Uphold confidentiality, as far as is practical in all Child Protection matters.

• Liaise with the W&G Welfare Officer when appropriate, with the W&G Welfare Officer liaising with the County

Welfare Officer if necessary.

This document stands alongside the YCB Players and Parents Code of Conduct and has been adopted by the NYW&G

CDG for those girls and their parents attending District Cricket.

This pack is being used to ensure that all relevant areas of the policy are being addressed – after completion, please

return to your Team Manager or Lead Coach.

This pack will apply to North Yorkshire Girls Age Group activities.

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SOCIAL MEDIA GUIDELINES Social Media continues to grow in popularity and can provide sports organisations and individuals with a wide range of

benefits. It allows people to connect to the world instantly, it can enable clubs to disseminate information widely at low to

no cost and it can provide a platform for governing bodies to celebrate success in their sport. We encourage sports

organisations and athletes to use social media but to ensure that they do so responsibly. These guidelines are designed to

provide helpful, practical advice to individuals within sport which can help keep you safe online.

Set Yourself Up Securely

Before posting anything online all individuals should ensure that their social media accounts are set up as securely as

possible. Each website, app or device will require slightly different configuration to set it up correctly so for guidance on

how to set up specific apps, website or devices as safely as possible please visit www.internetmatters.org. There are

however some key principles which apply to all forms of social media:

• Think carefully about who you connect with online – remember that once you connect, send a message or add

someone as a friend or follower they can see everything you post. Would you really want this person to have full

access to the details of your life?

• Never give out your password, pin or login details online or face to face. These things should be private to you and

shared with nobody. You should also ensure that you log out after use and don’t leave your social media accounts

open on a shared device as other people could post in your name.

• Coaches and volunteers should not be ‘friends’ with junior athletes online. It is unlikely that you would share all the

details of your life with the children in your coaching sessions so don’t make the mistake of doing so online. Private

chat functions are often unmoderated so can also leave adults open to accusation of improper use. If you need to

communicate with your athletes outside of coaching sessions do so by group text message, phone calls to

parents/carers or via a post on a closed club or governing body page rather than via your personal profile.

• Check your privacy settings regularly not just when you set up a new account. Most social media platforms default

privacy settings to ‘public’ several times a year so you should check regularly to ensure that your accounts remain

private.

• Don’t add friends online that you do not know or haven’t met face to face. You would be unlikely to walk up to a

stranger in the street and tell them about your life so don’t do it online.

• Turn off Bluetooth and location services on your devices when not in use as these can be used by others to view your

private information or trace your movements. Similarly: -

• do not ‘check in’ on social media – by checking in regularly you are potentially telling the world your home is empty

and ready to burgle, where your training venue is full of expensive training equipment or what your regular

movements are so that people can target you when alone.

• Remember that what you post online can be easily misinterpreted. When things are typed instead of said face to face

it is often difficult to know the true meaning of the words and people can easily take offence to a post that was

shared without intending to upset. This is especially true when online abbreviations, hashtags or emoji’s are used in

place of words so before you post consider how someone else my read your post.

• Never post or share messages, images or videos which are abusive, discriminatory or sexually explicit – all three of

these things are illegal and you could find yourself in trouble with police.

• Think carefully about what other people’ posts you like or share online. Once you like or share a post you become

associated with it even if you were not the original author so think first about whether this is something you would

want to be connected with.

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Remember - there is no such thing as privacy online!

We would encourage all individuals to consider three key questions before posting anything online:

1. Would you say this in front of your parents or grandparents?

2. Would you say this in front of the youngest children in your club?

3. Would you say this to a journalist at a press conference, sitting next to your coach/manager?

If the answer to any of these questions is no, think very carefully before posting. Just about everything you say online

could eventually be read by anyone, including your grandmother, the children you coach or the editors of tomorrow

morning’s tabloids.

If you’re used to using social media freely, it might seem silly that you now must think a little more before you post, but

this is one of the simplest ways of keeping yourself safe online. It’s important to review your privacy settings regularly on

any social network. But it’s also important to remember that it’s possible that everything you send or post could

potentially become public. Once that has happened, it could be seen by anyone and everyone, forever. Even if you are

using Snapchat, or a private messaging service like WhatsApp or Viber, the people you are communicating with can take a

screenshot of your message. Once that’s done, the image/words/video you’ve sent are completely out of your control. It

only takes your friend to send it to a friend of theirs, and your private message is in the hands of a stranger, who can post

it anywhere they like.

Once something starts to spread on the internet, it’s impossible to control it, even once you’ve deleted the original. An ill-

advised comment or photograph could still be popping up when someone searches for your name years from now –

including potential sponsors, employers, etc.

So, check your privacy settings regularly, but also bear in mind that you can never be completely sure that what you post

online will remain private. You have worked incredibly hard for many years to become who you are – an up and coming

high performance athlete in a public sphere, a respected coach or valued volunteer. This means that people will form their

opinions based on your sporting performances, but also on other aspects of you that they see portrayed publically.

Used well, social media has the potential to give you greater control of this than ever before, and to build a reputation for

being dedicated, interesting, positive and inspiring. So before posting anything online first ask yourself; How do I wish to

be portrayed? What messages do I want to get across? Will my post reflect negatively upon my “role model” status? What

parts of my life do I want to keep private? Is what I am posting going to reflect negatively on my public profile? Is what I

am posting going to affect future opportunities for my personal brand? You can still be humorous and have a personality

online – just think before you post.

Respect Your Sport

In the same way that your actions while training, competing or coaching reflect on your sport in general, so do your

actions online. As a role model within your sport you can use social media to build on their pride in yourself and in your

sport. Celebrate success and hard work but don’t comment negatively on others’ professional performance, be they

athletes, officials or coaches. When you post online, make sure your facts are accurate and don't swear or engage in

insulting or prejudicial behaviour. Don't be afraid to be yourself but do so respectfully. Before posting ask yourself how

will the people who have helped me progress in my sport (such as my coach, my family, my club, my governing body) feel

about me posting this? How will this post affect the way my sport is viewed in Scotland and further afield? If I am tempted

to discuss a contentious issue within my sport, how important is it for me to have my say in public? Have I thought

carefully about my opinion, rather than offering a knee-jerk reaction? Will this be a constructive contribution? Are there

other ways I could pursue the matter (face to face, in a private email, or on the phone, for example)? Will what I am about

to say undermine the hard work of those who came before me, or make life harder for those who come after? Could my

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post upset a current or potential sponsor for me or for the sport? Would I expect my own sporting heroes to post in this

manner?

Respect Your Audience

Social media can offer a great way to connect with friends and family, but the reality is that much of what you say to them

on social media you also say to strangers, including fans and the media.

Remember that people who don’t know you personally are less likely to pick up on the context of your comment, or to

know when you’re joking/being flippant. Never post anything that’s rude, abusive or discriminatory. Before posting

anything online, ask yourself who are my audience? Are they just friends and family? Are they fans? Are they media?

Would I make this comment to this person face-to-face (for example, would I say this to someone I don’t know, who has

approached me in public?) Could this comment be misunderstood by someone who doesn’t know me, or know my sense

of humour? Would I be happy to see this comment in the newspapers tomorrow? Will my post create a negative news

angle?

Planned Career Events

Some of the most important events in your career could be of great interest to others in your sport including younger

athletes, fans and the media. These might include competition selection; change of coach, etc. It is better for you and for

your club or governing body if you plan the release of important information together, rather than have it trickle out

informally on social media. When there are important changes afoot, you should talk to your club or governing body

about the best way to break the news.

If Things Go Wrong

If you post something which you later regret, there are a few steps you can take to try and minimise any resulting issues.

You can start by deleting your post and tightening your privacy settings as much as possible – bearing in mind that the

damage may already be done if an image or text is already in the possession of others. You can then speak to your club or

governing body to make them aware of the situation and ask for further advice.

If you are receiving upsetting messages or posts, the best response is often no response. Tempting as it is to reply, this can

escalate the situation. Instead you can step away from your phone or computer and make your club or governing body

aware of the messages and ask for their advice.

Block and report anyone who sends abusive text messages to you, and if you receive indecent images or sexually

explicit messages contact your W&G Welfare Officer/County Welfare Officer and/or Police on 101.

CONTACT INFORMATION Please provide below the relevant contact information to ensure the North Yorkshire Women and Girls CDG holds the

most up to date contact information.

PLEASE NOTE: Parents/Guardians will be included in ALL forms of communication between the team management and

any players.

SECTION 1: PERSONAL DETAILS OF YOUNG PLAYER

Player’s Name: Age / Date of birth:

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Player’s Email: Player’s Mobile number:

School: School Year:

SECTION 2: PERSONAL DETAILS FOR PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIANS OF YOUNG PLAYER

Name: Home address (if different) Post code (if different)

Email address:

Home telephone number for parent/legal guardian:

Mobile telephone number for parent/legal guardian:

SECTION 3: EMERGENCY CONTACT DETAILS Can we use the above details as a contact in an emergency? If not please provide the contact details of an alternative

adult below.

As the person completing this form, you must ensure each person whose information you include in this form knows

what will happen to their information and how it may be disclosed.

Name of an alternative adult who can be

contacted in an emergency

Phone number for alternative named

adult

Relationship which this

person has to the child

(for example, aunt,

neighbour, family friend

and so on)

SECTION 4: MEDICAL INFORMATION

Name of doctor/surgery name:

Doctor’s telephone number:

Any known medical conditions?

If so, please provide details below: -

Yes No

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PHOTOGRAPHIC PERMISSION This form is to be signed by the Legal Guardian of a Child or Young Person under the age of 18, together with the Child or

Young Person.

Please note that if you have more than one child under the age of 18 registered you will need to complete separate

forms for each Young Person.

North Yorkshire Women and Girls CDG recognises the need to ensure the welfare and safety of all Young People in Cricket.

As part of our commitment to ensure the safety of Young people we will not permit photographs, video images of Young

People to be taken or used without the consent of the Parent/Guardian and the Young Person.

North Yorkshire Women and Girls CDG will follow the guidance for the use of images of Young People, as detailed within

the ECB Safe Hands Policy.

North Yorkshire Women and Girls CDG will take steps to ensure these images are used solely for the purposes they are

intended, which is the promotion and celebration of the activities of the Yorkshire Cricket Board.

If you become aware that these images are being used inappropriately, you should inform the Child Welfare Officer

immediately.

Women & Girls Welfare Officers for North Yorkshire:-

Mark Jobling 07889 168721 m.jobling@yorkshirecb.com

Kirsten Ovendon 07894 876787 kirsten.ovenden@sky.com

If at any time either the Parent/Guardian or the Young Person wishes the data to be removed from any material, 7 days’

notice must be given to the Welfare Officer after which the data will be removed.

Parental/Guardian and Young Person Permission Form for the Use of Photographs and Recorded Images

TO BE COMPLETED BY PARENT/GUARDIAN

I __________ (Parent/Guardian full name) consent to North Yorkshire Women and Girls CDG and

Yorkshire Cricket Board photographing or videoing ______ (Name of Young Person) under the

stated rules and conditions and I confirm I have legal parental responsibility for this child and am entitled to give this

consent. I also confirm that there are no restrictions related to taking photos.

Signature: Dated: 2018

TO BE COMPLETED BY YOUNG PERSON

I (Full name) consent to the North Yorkshire Women and Girls CDG Photographing or videoing

my involvement in Cricket under the stated rules and conditions.

Signature: Dated: 2018

I understand that if I do not permit my child to be photographed or videoed then it is my responsibility to ensure that this

is complied with.

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PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT This code applies to all players involved in activity, be that coaching sessions or competitive matches, where the

player is clearly representing North Yorkshire Women and Girls CDG and Yorkshire Cricket. Required consents must

be signed prior to participation in North Yorkshire Women and Girls CDG cricket activities. Failure to sign and abide

by the Code will mean that the player may not be able to participate in Yorkshire matches or related events.

Players Agree to:

● Behave in a manner which makes them worthy ambassadors of North Yorkshire and Yorkshire Cricket.

● Maintain the highest playing standards in coaching and match situations.

● Arrive at matches and training events on time and ensure that they advise the Head coach and Team Manager if any

agreed meeting time cannot be met citing valid reasons. This includes all training sessions.

● Advise the District coach and Team Manager if you have sustained any injuries which may affect your performance, if

you receive an injury during a game always tell your coach or manager. A first kit will always be available at matches

or training sessions.

● Demonstrate a positive attitude towards all aspects of the game.

● Demonstrate that she is a team player by supporting and encouraging fellow players.

● No form of bullying or belittling will be tolerated at any point.

● Show the highest standards of sportsmanship and abide by the ethos contained in the MCC ‘Spirit of Cricket’.

● Not use inappropriate language or spit saliva on or off the field.

● Not intimidate or deliberately distract opponents verbally or by acts of gamesmanship or aggressive behaviour.

● Always accept an umpire’s decision and do not show dissent or disagreement.

● Listen to and take notice of guidance and instructions given by District coaches and managers.

● Players must not consume any stimulants or harmful substances. Also, it is advised that all players should refrain

from chewing gum as this could cause choking if swallowed during activity.

● Take no unnecessary risks, which might compromise your safety and the safety of others.

● Accept victory and defeat with grace and dignity.

● All players under the age of 18 must ALWAYS wear a helmet when batting and when on the field as a wicket keeper.

● Not post any negative and derogatory comments and references to and about North Yorkshire Women and Girls

CDG, YCB, Yorkshire Cricket or YCCC, it’s players and staff on ANY form of social media or group chats.

Selection, Match day and training

● Team selection will be determined by (but not limited to) the Lead Coach, Assistant Coach & Team Manager.

● 12/13 players will be selected for each match and the playing XI will be finalised before the toss.

● At the discretion of the team management, players should remain together as a squad, avoiding all external

interference, from arrival at the ground, until after post-match team debrief.

● Every player is individually responsible for their training and development and as such need to attend all planned

training sessions and team events.

● At the discretion of the team management it is advised that all mobile devices should be left with Parents/Guardians

on arrival at either the training or match venue. Use of mobile devices unless as an aid to training on match day

activities is discouraged.

***All players are asked to reply promptly to all communications from coach and manager. This includes, but is

not limited to text, email, whatsapp and telephone calls, it is understood players will not have mobiles etc during

school hours***

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Dress Code

● North Yorkshire Women and Girls CDG cricket clothing should be worn on the field of play wherever possible.

● If players have long hair, it should be tied back and off the face so as not to distract from playing sport, discrete

makeup can be worn and jewellery should be also discrete and compatible with playing a sport.

● Shirts should always be tucked into trousers.

● No caps or other headgear should be worn during lunch or tea.

Breaches Code of Conduct

● Any breach of the code of conduct will be initially be recorded and dealt with by the Team Manager or Lead Coach

who may issue a formal verbal warning as to future conduct. Any further breach will be referred to the Sub-

Committee Officers which could result in disciplinary action being taken against individuals and/or the team.

● More serious cases will be referred immediately to the North Yorkshire Women and Girls CDG Girls Sub-committee.

This may then result in a panel of the Yorkshire Women Officers to hear the case.

● Where a breach of the code is proven, a player may be warned as to her future conduct, suspended or banned from

representing Yorkshire in representative cricket.

Additional Information

If any player/parent/guardian has concerns about the playing and coaching of a player, please arrange to discuss it with

the Lead Coach and similarly concerns about the management of a player should be discussed with the Team Manager.

Any issues relating to Child Welfare should be reported to: Kirsten Ovendon (W&G Welfare Officer) on 07894 876787 or

Mark Jobling (W&G Welfare Officer) on 07889 168721.

Please complete and sign the following which must be returned to your Team Manager as soon as possible.

SECTION 5: PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT

Player’s Name: Signature:

Address:

Home telephone number:

Mobile telephone number:

Issue Date: 23/07/2018

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PARENT/GUARDIAN PARTNERSHIP Each player has been provided with a Code of Conduct so they understand what is expected of them.

This advice to Parents/Guardians and friends is provided in the knowledge that they will be keen to assist in

ensuring that young players has the best chance to make the most of their opportunities playing for North

Yorkshire. The process that leads to the successful development of players is a complex one, entailing the

identification of technical strengths and weaknesses and working on both elements. The development of personal

qualities such as being reliable, demonstrating a good work ethic and most importantly, taking responsibility for

their own game and performance is also very important.

The support of Parents/Guardians and friends is of course also extremely important. However, it creates

difficulties for coaches and players if they are receiving mixed messages causing possible distractions during the

game; so, we have put together a list of requests that we would ask you to note. This is intended to guide and

assist you feel part of the team involved in North Yorkshire Women and Girls CDG cricket.

Please:

● Ensure that players arrive at matches and training sessions at the designated time. Punctuality is essential to

maximising the effectiveness of training sessions.

● Encourage your child to learn the laws of the game and to play within the spirit of those laws.

● Ensure that players are wearing the appropriate clothing as defined the player’s code of conduct.

● Discourage unfair play and disputes with officials/coaches.

● Help your child to recognise good performance, not just results.

● Set a good example by recognising fair play and by applauding the good performances of all.

● Never punish or belittle a child for losing or making mistakes.

● Accept the judgment of officials without argument or comment.

● Never enter the field of play during a match or give advice/coach from the side lines.

● Support your child’s involvement and help them to enjoy cricket and to develop within it.

● Always use correct and proper language.

● Let players carry their own kit to and from the dressing room.

● Do not enter the dressing room unless invited by either the Coach or the Team Manager.

● Always support the Coach and Team Manager, especially by not involving yourself in any playing or coaching matters

on training or match days. This includes advising your own son/daughter on any matter related to the playing of the

match.

● Advise the Coach/Team Manager of any impacting problems relating to any injury, illness or school pressures.

● Feel free to discuss any concerns or queries you have with the Team Manager or the Coach.

● Support and encourage the player and team, provide positive support in a calm and controlled manner and refrain

from negative criticism and/or applying any pressure on any player.

● Respect the opportunity given to the player, accept selection, coaching and playing decisions.

● Remember it is not acceptable and will not be tolerated to criticise or belittle any player or group of players at any

time. Any action of this nature will result in action being taken against the individual(s). Do not forget, young people

are involved in organised sport for their enjoyment and not yours.

Addition Information: We are committed to the implementation of performance standards for delivery/outcomes. Constructive feedback is always welcome.

Any feedback or complaints should be addressed to Pete Tully, Secretary of North Yorkshire Women and Girls CDG.

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Any issues relating to Child Welfare should be reported to: Kirsten Ovendon (W&G Welfare Officer) on 07894 876787 or

Mark Jobling (W&G Welfare Officer) on 07889 168721.

Please complete and sign the following which must be returned to your Team Manager as soon as possible.

SECTION 6: PARENT / GUARDIAN PARTNERSHIP

Parent / Guardian Name: Signature:

Address:

Home telephone number:

Mobile telephone number:

Issue Date: 23/07/2018

TABLE OF CONTENTSCHILD WELFARESOCIAL MEDIA GUIDELINESCONTACT INFORMATIONPHOTOGRAPHIC PERMISSIONTO BE COMPLETED BY PARENT/GUARDIANTO BE COMPLETED BY YOUNG PERSON

PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCTPARENT/GUARDIAN PARTNERSHIP

Players Name: Age Date of birth: Players Email: Players Mobile number: School: School Year: Home address if different: Post code if different: Email address: Home telephone number for parentlegal guardian: Mobile telephone number for parentlegal guardian: Name of an alternative adult who can be contacted in an emergency: Phone number for alternative named adult: Relationship which this person has to the child for example aunt neighbour family friend and so on: Name of doctorsurgery name: Doctors telephone number: Any known medical conditions If so please provide details below: Players Name_2: Signature_3: Address: Home telephone number: Mobile telephone number: Parent Guardian Name: Signature_4: Address_2: Home telephone number_2: Mobile telephone number_2: Name: Medical_YES: OffMedical_NO: OffText2: Text3: Text4: Text5: Text7: Text8: Text9: