Elthamians Cricket Club is committed to maintaining the highest standards of behaviour and conduct. The Code of Conduct incorporates the 'Spirit of Cricket', as set out below. It applies to all matches played under the auspices of the ECB and may be applied to cricket in general.
The captains are responsible at all times for ensuring that play is conducted within the 'Spirit of Cricket' as well as within the Laws of Cricket.
Players and team officials must at all times accept the umpire's decision. Players must not show dissent at the umpire's decision or react in a provocative or disapproving manner towards an umpire at any time.
Players and officials shall not intimidate or attempt to intimidate or assault an umpire, another player or spectator.
Players and team officials shall not use crude or abusive language (known as 'sledging') nor make offensive gestures or hand signals or deliberately distract an opponent.
Players and team officials shall not make any racially abusive comments nor indulge in racially abusive actions against fellow players, officials, members and spectators. Clubs must operate an active open door membership policy whilst respecting player qualification regulations and welcome players/members irrespective of ethnic origin.
Players and team officials shall not use or in any way be concerned in the use or distribution of illegal drugs.
Clubs must take adequate steps to ensure good behaviour of members and supporters towards players and umpires.

Code Of Conduct [Juniors]

All Members and Guests* of this Cricket Club will:

Adhere to the Spirit of Cricket at all times
Treat everyone equally and not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, disability, race, ethnic origin, nationality, colour, parental or marital status, religious belief, class or social background, sexual preference or political belief
Display high standards of behaviour and actively discourage unfair play and rule violations
Encourage all participants to learn the Laws and rules and play within them, always respecting the decisions of match officials
Recognise good performance not just match results. Parents and players should be gracious in victory and accept defeat sensibly and with dignity.
Never force your child to play or openly criticise their performance.
Take responsibility for organising your child’s transport to away fixtures.
When selected for a match, ensure your child arrives by the stated time. If there is a problem let the manager know as soon as possible.
Support your coaches and never attempt to coach or move a fielder during play.
Consider if you can assist the club with a volunteering role e.g. coaching, teas, scoring, umpiring etc.
Place the well-being and safety of children above the development of performance
Not smoke, drink or use banned substances while working with children in the club
All language used should be appropriate to the situation. Children learn best by example; all adults should be a positive role model.
Follow ECB guidelines setup out in the ‘Safe Hands – Cricket’s Policy for Safeguarding Children’ and any other relevant guidelines issued
Report any concerns in relation to a child, following reporting procedures laid down by the ECB

* Members and guests include all parents, members and officers of the cricket club and all guests of those members and officers, as well as all individuals who watch/attend/participate/officiate in matches hosted by the club in whatever capacity