#realsportNSW encourages people to make 6 key values part of sport:
- Have fun
- Play fair
- Give back
- Include all
- Show respect
- Be safe
If we all stand by these values, sport will be a great place for everyone. This is how we want sport to be in NSW – this is #realsportNSW.
Get involved
We want everyone in NSW to unite behind the #realsportNSW message – stop poor behavior in sport, and encourage and embrace positive.
- Share the #realsportNSW message
- Don’t forget to use the hastag #realsportNSW
About the values
Have fun
It’s a game, enjoy it. Make sure you celebrate how the game is played, not just the result.
Key points:
- Enjoy sport
- Have fun at all levels
- Balance competition and fun
- Be positive
- #havefun is especially relevant for kids’ sport
- Always keep kids sport fun
- Kids value fun
- Listen to what kids want from sport
- Fun and enjoyment will help lead to lifelong involvement
Play fair
Play by the rules and the spirit of the game
Key points:
- Know and follow rules
- Be honest
- Do the right thing
- Make the right choices
- Honesty, rules, good choices and sportsmanship come first
- Play or act or conduct yourself in the spirit of the game
- #playfair is relevant on and off the field
Give back
Give back to your sport and thank those who help your club.
Key points:
- Show appreciation
- Say thanks
- Be supportive
- Be positive
- Contribute and volunteer
- Help, put your hand up
- Every bit helps, big or small
- Don’t wait to be asked - offer
Include all
Invite everyone to play your sport.
Key points:
- Sport is for all
- Everyone has the right to enjoy sport
- People from all backgrounds, ages and abilities are welcome in sport
- Treat people with respect and dignity
- Invite everyone to be involved
- Have an inclusive attitude
Show respect
Follow the rules and treat other well.
Key points:
- Learn, follow and respect the rules
- Respect everyone involved in sport – coaches, officials, volunteers, opponents
- How you act matters
- Treat others how you wish to be treated
- Be thankful and appreciative
- Lose or win with grace
- Accept decisions
- Choose words, actions carefully
Be safe
Ensure your teammates are safe on and off the field
Key points:
- Safety first
- Be proactive
- Be safe on and off the field
- Safety is physical and emotional
- Look out for the wellbeing of others
- No unsafe practises
- Safety for all – participants, volunteers, spectators and supporters