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BE A SPORT & JUST SUPPORT
The 2016 season is underway. From Mini Mods Listed are a few simple rules to follow while you
to Fox, sometimes we forget - it’s just a game. are at a game.
To enable players to get the best enjoyment out • Encourage participants to play within the rules
of participating in the game of rugby league, the and to respect the decisions of the referee
Auckland Rugby League are backing the ‘Be a
Sport, just support’ programme where clubs are • Encourage participants to respect the efforts of
asked to educate their sideline - not monitor the their opponents
opposition.
• Remember that we all learn best by example so
Each week, two sideline monitors will be selected I will applaud good performances by both my
by team managers who will be wearing the ‘Be a team and their opponents
Sport’ vests and will focus on sideline language,
overexcitement/abuse to referees or the • Give positive comments that motivate and
opposition, alcohol and smoking and any other encourage continued support
behaviour that may affect the game.
Ask your local club for your copy of the code of
The ARL encourage all players and supporters of conduct pocket card now or view the full list of
our great game to adhere to the Auckland Rugby rules at www.aucklandleague.co.nz
League’s Code of Conduct.
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