1. Conduct of players and officials

2. Have a look at the photo in front of you. Can you answer these questions? 1. How do you think the sportsman feels? 3. What do you think the crowd are thinking? 2. How do you feel the referee feels? 4. How do you think the sportsman will feel after the incident?

3. Lesson objectives Understand with examples the difference between good a bad behaviour of players Understand the roles of officials in sport. Define the difference between etiquette and sportsmanship. Highlight examples throughout sport of good and bad etiquette and sportsmanship.

4. Questions  What is meant by the term etiquette?  Name two situations where a sportsman may show good etiquette.

6. Violence among players Violence is rare during non-contact sports. e.g. Swimming, gymnastics or golf. In sports with physical contact violence is more common. e.g. Rugby, football or basketball Violent players are punished by their club, governing body and sometimes the police. e.g. Fine, suspension or sacking

7. 2 minute discussion Does violence amongst players encourage violence amongst spectators?

8. Fair play charters The BBA, RFU, FA etc all have fair play charters. It is a list of guidelines to ensure players play fair, with respect for others. Governing bodies can also campaign for fair play – e.g. F.A. Respect the Ref. “The Laws provide players of different physiques, skills, genders and ages with the opportunity to participate at their levels of ability in a controlled, competitive and enjoyable environment. It is incumbent upon all who play Rugby to have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Laws of the Game.” Extract from IRB (International Rugby Board) Playing Charter

9. Being a good sport… SportsmanshipEtiquette

12. Good sportsmanship Other than an example we have already looked at – write down an example of good etiquette in your chosen sport. Kicking the ball out of play if a player is down injured. The restart play the ball is returned to the team in possession.

13. The Roles of Officials Officials are not necessarily referees. Umpires, assistants, judges, timers, scorers, etc… Table officials in Basketball keep score, keep time and control the electronic score board. A line judge in tennis judges whether a ball was in or not.

14. Football’s 4 th Official? What do they do? Control substitutions Ensure managers behave appropriately Signal extra time to be added

15. What makes a good official?

16. Referees (particularly football) get a lot of media attention for making poor decisions. Are referees really to blame?