Registration/Code of Conduct
- I will act in accordance with the NorCal Rugby Core Values.
- I will do my very best in school, with the understanding that academics is the first priority of a scholar athlete.
- I will encourage good sportsmanship by following coaches’ instructions and demonstrating support for all players, coaches and officials at every local, state and National event.
- I understand that my full participation in practices and games is very important for my teammates and my team as a whole.
- I will show up for practices and games on time and in appropriate attire.
- I will wear protective gear at every practice and game.
- I will attend every practice and game when reasonably possible and notify my coach as soon as I am aware that I cannot make a practice or game.
- I will never physically or verbally intimidate, abuse or assault players, coaches or officials on or off the field.
- I will never use foul or obscene language or gestures while involved in games, scrimmages, practices or tournaments.
- I understand that rugby is a full-contact sport, and safe methods of play must be learned and practiced. For my safety and the safety of others, I will not engage in full-contact rugby without supervision of a coach or other USA Rugby official.
- I will immediately report to my coach if I am or any player seems ill, dizzy, confused or injured.
- I understand that a successful team identifies and solves problems as they arise. I will communicate problems and concerns to my coach right away, so rugby can be fun for everyone.
- I will not use drugs, tobacco or alcohol or bring them to any rugby event.
- I will encourage my parents or adult sponsor to be involved in my team in some capacity, because it is important to me.
- I will remember that sports are an opportunity to learn, develop character and have fun.