Parents Code of Behaviour

Parents are reminded that they are part of the West Adelaide Bearcats Basketball Club.

Whilst from time to time situations may occur which causes a player or parent to become emotionally involved during a game, we must insist that players and parents act responsibly at all times when representing the club. The player can be reported by a referee during a game or for some time afterwards whilst in the stadium. If this does occur the player will be required to attend a BSA Tribunal which can suspend or reprimand a player. Parents should be aware that if they misbehave during a game, ie. abuse a referee, the team through the coach could be disadvantaged by a bench technical foul.  
If children are interested, encourage them to play sport. However, if a child is not willing to play, do not force him or her.  Focus upon the child's effort and performance rather than the overall outcome of the event.This assists the child in setting realistic goals related to their ability by reducing the emphasis on winning. Teach children that an honest effort is as important as victory, so that the result of each game is accepted without undue disappointment. Encourage children to always play by the rules.

Spectators Code of Behaviour

Children play organised sports for fun.
They are not playing for the entertainment of spectators only, nor are they miniature professionals.
Applaud good performances and efforts by your team AND the opponents. Congratulate both teams upon their performance regardless of the game's outcome.
Respect the official's decision. If there is a disagreement, follow the appropriate procedure in order to question the decision and teach the children to do likewise.
Never ridicule or scold a child for making a mistake in a competition. Positive comments are motivational.
Condemn the use of violence in any form, be it from coaches, spectators, officials or players.
Show respect for your children's opponents.
Encourage players to play according to the rules and the official's decisions.
Demonstrate appropriate social behaviour by not using foul language, harassing players, coaches or officials.