Rangatahi Pānui

With winter sport just around the corner, we thought it would be a timely reminder to refresh our sporting community with support & education around sideline behavior when supporting our HGHS teams. Here are some top tips for supporters and please see attached for the Respect Code of Conduct that sets our expectations at the start of the season:

1. Respect the coaches - they are there to help your child enjoy the sport.
2. Let the coaches coach - yelling instructions from the sideline can be distracting and confusing for your child.
3. Keep things in perspective - They are kids, the coaches and officials are human, and are volunteers.
4. Respect all referees and officials - Without them volunteering, there would be no game for your child to play.
5. Praise their effort - No child makes mistakes on purpose, focus on the positives and that they play to have fun.
6. Be their biggest fan - Help them see the bigger picture, making mistakes is ok and part of their development.
7. Be encouraging and let them lead the conversation - ask questions such as "Did you have fun", "What did you enjoy", "Is there anything you would like to improve on"

Let's work together to make sure all youth have a positive experience on the sports fields.

Additional resources available here:
Click here for more Parenting Top Tips from Wayne Goldsmith: https://wgcoaching.com/help-ch...

Click here for information on Balance is Better from Sport New Zealand regarding advice for parents, coaches, teachers and administrators of sport: https://balanceisbetter.org.nz..