What Is Our Sport Code of Conduct?
Our Sport Code of Conduct aligns with our school values: Excellence (Pai Rawa), Diversity (Rerenga Ketanga), Integrity (Ngākau Pono), and Creativity (Auahatanga). It helps ensure sport is a fair, enjoyable, and respectful experience for all our coaches, athletes, and supporters.
At He Tīwai Mātauranga Heaton Normal Intermediate School, we pride ourselves on establishing a positive sporting culture within our school. We hold very high expectations for behaviour and sportsmanship during all friendly and competitive fixtures. This includes respecting the referee, our competitors, supporters, and coaches. All ākonga (students) who represent our school in sport are expected to consistently follow our Sport Code of Conduct.
To help you become familiar with our Sport Code of Conduct, take a look at the scenarios below and have a think about how you would approach them.
Scenario 1
You’re playing in a really close basketball game, and the score is tied in the final minute. The referee makes a call against your team that you strongly disagree with – you think they got it wrong, and it costs your team possession. Some of your teammates immediately start shouting at the referee.
- How would you respond in this moment, thinking about Ngākau Pono (Integrity) and Pai Rawa (Excellence)?
- What actions would you take or avoid to show commitment to fair play and respect, even when you feel frustrated?
Scenario 2
A new student joins your netball team mid-season. They’re a bit shy and seem to struggle with some of the team’s strategies, often missing passes or getting confused about positions. You notice a few players sighing or rolling their eyes when this new person makes a mistake.
- How would you use Rerenga Ketanga (Diversity) to help this new teammate feel welcome and supported?
- What could you or your team do to help them improve and contribute, reflecting Pai Rawa (Excellence) for everyone?
Scenario 3
Your hockey team has been practising the same drills for weeks, and you keep losing games because opponents seem to easily predict your moves. Everyone is feeling a bit flat and uninspired at training. Your coach asks the team for ideas to mix things up and find new ways to score.
- How could you use Auahatanga (Creativity) to help your team?
- What kind of ideas might you suggest, and how would you encourage your teammates to be open to new approaches to achieve Pai Rawa (Excellence)?
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