Players

Some specific expectations players should be aware of are…

Be humble by…
- Acknowledging all coaches & staff with a handshake or fist bump
- Respecting equipment by packing away neatly
- Cleaning after ourselves, both at Christie Park and away
Work hard by…
- Attending 90% of training sessions and matches
- Being engaged in all aspects of the environment, including (but not limited to) on-field training, athletic development sessions and team meetings
- Being responsible for your development by seeking out opportunities and feedback
Be here for the right reasons by…
- Attending all additional club events, including (but not limited to) Tribe Day, local club engagements, refereeing and First Grade allocations
- Being available for all your eligible age groups over a matchday weekend, and/or staying until half-time of the next match following your team fixture
- Wear the right uniform whenever representing the club

Coaches

Our coaches are also expected to align to the three club values. They have made a similar commitment to ensure they meet expectations such as:

Being humble, by…
- Working together as a collaborative team to make decisions in the best interest of players, teams and the club
- Demonstrate good sportsmanship by shaking the hands of opposition coaches and referees at the end of matches
Working hard, by…
- Designing, delivering and debriefing each training session to meet the outcomes of their designated program
- Actively engaging in continued professional development and coach education, including attending all coach inservices
Being here for the right reasons, by…
- Supporting each individual player with ongoing feedback and conducting at least two player interviews per season
- Contributing to a safe & positive environment by adhering to child protection requirements

Parents contribute to the culture of the club by embodying our values and expectations. Ways in which this comes to life includes:

Being humble by…
- Providing only positive encouragement and support, and NO coaching, from the sideline of training and matches
- Parking in the designated lower carpark and respecting the coaches & staff carpark
Working hard by…
- Supporting their teams volunteering allocations, as communicated via the manager
- Assisting managers and administration staff with the timely completion of player registration requirements
Being here for the right reasons by…
- Actively supporting their child’s involvement in club commitments, including player allocations and local club engagements
- Encouraging a focus on development through conversations with their child