Cumann Lúthchleas Gael - Youth & Family Membership Application Form

TO BE COMPLETED BY THE PLAYERS

Name of Player 1: ______Under_____Date of Birth: ______

Name of Player 2: ______Under_____Date of Birth: ______

Name of Player 3: ______Under_____Date of Birth: ______

Name of Player 4: ______Under_____Date of Birth: ______

Seoladh/Address: ______

We hereby apply to Castlebar Mitchels Club for Membership and Youth Membership of Cumann Lúthchleas Gael (The Gaelic Athletic Association)

I subscribe to and undertake to further the aims and objectives of the Club and of Cumann Lúthchleas Gael (The Gaelic Athletic Association), and to abide by its Rules.

We have read and agree to adhere to the Code of Conduct and agree to abide by the club rules.

TO BE COMPLETED BY PARENT/GUARDIANON BEHALF OF THE ABOVE NAMED

We/I consent to the above Application and to undertakings given by the Applicant.

We/I acknowledge receipt of a copy of the Code of Conduct and will explain it to my child.

We/I give permission to have my child brought to a hospital /doctor in case of emergency.

We /I give permission for the club to use the child’s image (photograph or film) only in accordance with recommended guidelines.

Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Signature: ______

Phone:

Email address:

Areyou interested in helping with the following activities:-

TrainingSupervisingFundraising

Has your child any relevant medical condition e.g. asthma, that the club should be aware of?

If YES, please provide details______

Fee : U6 single €30 Single Membership €60 2 or more Membership €85

1 New Adult Memebership €30 + above FeeTotal :______

*Please tick relevant box PLEASE MAKE CHEQUES PAYABLE TO “CASTLEBAR MITCHELS BORD nanOG”.

Bord na nOg Officers: Paddy Mahon(Chair), Pat Waldron (Vice Chair), Bernard Treacy(Secretary), Jimmy McHale (Treasurer)

CASTLEBAR MITCHELS Bord na nOgCODE OF CONDUCT

Castlebar Mitchels Bord na nOg demands and expects exemplary sportsmanship and conduct of all those involved with and or chosen to represent the club including players, officials, managers and supporters. It is the objective of the Club to have well prepared, disciplined teams representing the club at all levels – teams that club members, parents, family and people of Castlebar can be proud of. We need the help of, and active participation of parents/guardians with players and club officials to achieve our objective. The code of conduct is to help all of us.

For the Player

  1. All players must be members of the club in order to be considered for inclusion in club activities, i.e. training, games, and club outings.
  2. Courtesy must be shown to team mentors, club officials, team players, match officials, opposition teams, management and supporters.
  3. Bad language, foul play on or off the pitch is not acceptable.
  4. Bullying of any description, physical, verbal or emotional will not be tolerated.
  5. Club facilities must be respected and kept clean, tidy and free from litter. Players will be responsible for any damage they cause to club property or any property while engaging in club activity.
  6. Smoking, use of alcohol or any substance abuse is unacceptable and will not be tolerated whilst any player is participating in club activities
  7. Players are required to behave themselves at all times. This includes travelling to or from our grounds, at our grounds, and travelling to and from away matches. Players should remain at the ground until the training session or match is finished and then to promptly leave
  8. Wearing any body jewellery or chewing gum is prohibited during training and games on the grounds of safety.
  9. Players selected to play for Castlebar Mitchels are expected to give a commitment to the club and be present at appointed times for training session, matches and all other activities.
  10. In the true spirit of Gaelic Games, all players are expected to comply with the whole thrust of the code of conduct as outlined. Players who breach the guidelines may be disciplined or expelled from the club
  11. Club colours, i.e. togs & socks should be worn for all competitive games.
  12. Gum Shields are compulsory & have to worn at all training and all games

For the Parents/Guardians

  1. Team mentors should be informed of any player’s relevant medical conditions, i.e. asthma, epilepsy etc by Parents/Guardians.
  2. Parents/Guardians are obliged to inform team mentors if a player is unable to play at a match.
  3. It is the responsibility of the Parent/Guardian to bring and collect their child to all club related activities.
  4. It is the responsibility of Parents/Guardians to ensure that both they and their child(ren) have read and understand the guidelines for young players and parents.(attached)
  5. If a Parent/Guardian wishes to discuss any matter relating to club activities, they should contact the relevant team mentor or any of the club officials. There should be no interference with team selection.

The team manager is responsible for all decisions regarding the team. The team manager and club officers will deal with all disciplinary matters and their decision is final. A written report for each disciplinary incident will be sent to parents / guardians.

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GUIDELINES FOR PARENTS /GUARDIANS

Parents/ guardians have an influential role to play in assisting their offspring to adopt positive attitudes and encouraging them to maintain an involvement in sport. Parents should not attempt to meet their own needs for success and achievement through their children’s participation in Gaelic games. The following guidelines will be of assistance in this regard:

DO
  • Show approval for effort, not just results
  • Try to make words and actions match
  • Attend games on a regular basis and assist in the organisation of club activities
  • Give advice on the importance of maintaining a balanced lifestyle
  • Listen to what young people have to say
  • Try to appreciate the strength of a young person’s emotions - positive and negative
  • Realise the power of example
GUIDELINES FOR YOUNG PLAYERS / DON’T
  • Don’t exert undue pressure on young people
  • Don’t say one thing and do another
  • Don’t make promises you cannot keep
  • Don’t ask “how much did you score/win or lose by?”
  • Don’t just show approval when the team wins
  • Don’t criticise playing performance – seek to identify areas where improvements can be made

PLAYERS SHOULD UNDERTAKE TO:
•play fairly, do their best and enjoy themselves
•represent their family and Club with pride and dignity
•shake hands before and after the game irrespective of the result
•respect officials and accept their decisions gracefully
•respect fellow team members giving them support when they do well or not so well
•respect their opponents
•accept apologies from opponents when they are offered
•be modest in victory and gracious in defeat
•set high standards of fair play for others to follow
•adhere to proper standards of behaviour and the Club Code of Conduct
•let the Coach know when they are unavailable for training and competition / PLAYERS SHOULD NOT:
• cheat – always play by the rules
• bully or take unfair advantage
• shout at or argue with an official
• tell lies about adults or other children
• spread rumours