Friday, 5 July 2013

Behaviour During Games


Memo to all Club Secretaries

 After much discussion and deliberation this week the following decision has been made for the good of 'Church Basketball'

"In view of recent events that affect our brand of Basketball, effective immediately our Umpires-in-Charge are authorised by the Association to address the 2 coaches, 2 captains and the 2 officials at the commencement of every game and advise them of the following:
  • We are losing umpires because of the actions of a few players - this is unacceptable.
  • We will not tolerate behind-the-play, off-the-ball, physical holdiing or intimidation of another player, nor will we tolerate behind-the-back trash talking and baiting offences.
  • Should the Umpire-in-Charge observe any of these offences, they are directed by the Association to step onto the court and make an Unsportsmanlike or Technical foul call as applicable.
  • While this action is not covered in the FIBA rules, the Association warrants this action necessary.
  • The co-operation of everyone is requested so that all games are played within the spirit of the rules and more importantly the spirit of Church Basketball"
We thank you in advance for your assistance in helping us stamp out this unacceptable behaviour.

Kind regards

Fiona

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