CONDUCT REQUIRED BY VCT PLAYERS AND OFFICIALS

Philosophy • Offences • Reporting • Report Formats • Tribunal • Penalties

Cricket is a game that owes much of its unique appeal to the fact that it is to be played not only within its Laws, but also within the spirit of the game.

Any action seen to be abusing this spirit causes injury to the game itself. Embracing the spirit of the game means participating, either as a player or as an official, fairly and exhibiting respect for other players and official graciousness in defeat and humility in victory.

Cricket has a distinct place in Australian society and history. As an element of Australia’s identity, cricket plays a significant role. This status brings with it particular responsibilities for players and officials to conform to high standards of fair play and personal behaviour on and off the field.

This Code of Behaviour replaces Laws of Cricket Law 42 and is intended to protect and enshrine such important qualities and standards so that all may continue to enjoy the game of cricket now and in the future.
This Code, which is based on Cricket Tasmania’s Code of Conduct arrangements. applies to Veterans Cricket Tasmania (VCT) members on the field of play (in respect of any match) and off the field of play.
Standard of conduct:
VCT expects from players and officials the highest standard of conduct consistent with the Laws, the traditions, and the spirit of the game of cricket. Accordingly, it is not a defence to a report, nor may it be offered in mitigation that: (a) Crude or offensive language used is considered acceptable at some levels of society; or (b) A particular form of on-field behaviour is considered acceptable in other places where cricket is played.

Laws of Cricket 1.4 and 41.1 both state that the captains are responsible for ensuring play is conducted within the spirit of the game as well as within the Laws.