Clubmark...


ClubmarkClubmark is a new standard launched by the ECB in 2006. It is a club accreditation scheme to develop a vibrant and healthy club cricket infrastructure.

It is part of cricket's overall strategic plan for 2006-2009 and is closely linked to the Focus Club programme where a number of clubs are nominated to act as a development hub for other local clubs.

NB TACC have been nominated as a Focus Club and we are also going through the accreditation programme for this, a key part of which is gaining Clubmark accreditation.

Clubmark will provide a standard for clubs and is based around four themes. These are:

  • Duty of Care and Safeguarding Children
  • The Cricket Programme
  • Sports Equity and Ethics
  • Club Management

In addition, it is expected that clubs who achieve the ECB CM will be recognised and rewarded for their hard work and commitment to club cricket in England and Wales.

By registering to work towards ECB Clubmark, TACC joins a growing number of cricket clubs across England and Wales that are prioritising junior development, and creating a benchmark for high quality community club cricket.

ECB Clubmark gives clubs an opportunity to write and implement new procedures as well as acknowledge existing practices.

Cricket clubs are required to present evidence and demonstrate implementation across the four different themes, culminating in the production of a Club Development Plan.

ClubmarkTACC are committed to achieving Clubmark accreditation as soon as possible and hopefully this year.

We are well underway with this process the next stage of which is an audit by the LRCB on how we run the club against the four themes highlighted on the previous page.

In many cases it is documenting what we already do as a matter of course.

This will be followed by a site visit to watch a net session in practice to ensure we adhere to good practice. You will see a few changes around the TACC but nothing too fundamental.

We will keep you updated on how we are progressing via this website and email and we will post some of the codes of practice we have to adhere to in this section of the website.


Code of Conduct for Cricket Club Members and Guests*

All Members and Guests of Thorpe Arnold Cricket Club will:

  • Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person within the context of Cricket
  • Treat everyone equally and not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, disability, race, ethnic origin, nationality, colour, parental or marital status, religious belief, class or social background, sexual preference or political belief
  • Not condone, or allow to go unchallenged, any form of discrimination if witnessed
  • Display high standards of behaviour
  • Promote the positive aspects of Cricket e.g. fair play
  • Encourage all participants to learn the Laws and rules and play within them, respecting the decisions of match officials
  • Actively discourage unfair play, rule violations and arguing with match officials
  • Recognise good performance not just match results
  • Place the well-being and safety of Young People above the development of performance
  • Ensure that activities are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of the individual
  • Respect Young People’s opinions when making decisions about their participation in Cricket
  • Not smoke, drink or use banned substances whilst actively working with Young People in the Club.
  • Not provide Young People with alcohol when they are under the care of the Club
  • Follow ECB guidelines set out in the "Safe Hands – Cricket’s Policy for Safeguarding Children" and any other relevant guidelines issued
  • Report any concerns in relation to a Young Person, following reporting procedures laid down by the ECB

In addition to the above, all Club Officers and Appointed Volunteers will:

  • Hold relevant qualifications and be covered by appropriate insurance
  • Always work in an open environment (i.e. avoid private or unobserved situations and encourage an open environment)
  • Inform Players and Parents of the requirements of Cricket
  • Know and understand the ECB’s "Safe Hands – Cricket’s Policy for Safeguarding Children"

*Members and Guests include all members and officers of the Cricket Club and all guests of those members and officers, as well as all individuals who watch / attend / participate / officiate in matches hosted by the club in whatever capacity

Version: January 2007

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Code of Conduct / set of rules for Young People

Thorpe Arnold Cricket Club is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the well being of all its members.

Thorpe Arnold Cricket Club believes that it is important that members, coaches, administrators and parents/carers or guardians associated with the club should, at all times, show respect and understanding for the safety and welfare of others.

Therefore, members are encouraged to be open at all times and to share any concerns or complaints that they may have about any aspect of the club with George Knight the club's Welfare Officer.

As a member of Thorpe Arnold Cricket Club you are expected to abide by the following junior code of conduct:

  • All members must play within the rules and respect officials and their decisions.
  • All members must respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
  • Members should keep to agreed timings for training and competitions or inform their coach or team manager if they are going to be late.
  • Members must wear suitable kit –Helmet, gloves, pads, cricket box– for training and match sessions, as agreed with the coach/team manager.
  • Members must pay any fees for training or events promptly.
  • Junior members are not allowed to smoke on club premises or whilst representing the club at competitions.
  • Junior members are not allowed to consume alcohol or drugs of any kind on the club premises or whilst representing the club.

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