The Code is to provide a means of assisting the Botswana Tennis Association in identifying ethical conduct and to encourage those selected to participate in tennis tournaments to pursue appropriate conduct. The conduct and ethical behavior of a tennis player is determined by the degree of respect with which the player interacts with other players and the public that the player serves. The “public” is regarded as being the Parents, Officials, Coaches, Administrators and spectators
This code relates directly to the expectations that the Botswana Tennis Association has of tennis players. Failure to comply, will result in enforcement through disciplinary proceedings.
Botswana Tennis Association: Player’s Code of Conduct Pledge
As National team player
- I hereby pledge to be positive about tennis sport and accept responsibility for my participation by following this Players’ Code of Conduct Pledge
- I will encourage good sportsmanship from fellow players, coaches, officials, and parents in and off court and practice by demonstrating good sportsmanship myself.
- When representing the Country, I will behave in a manner that will not in any way harm the reputation of myself, Botswana Tennis Association or the Nation.
- I will treat my coaches, other players, officials, and fans with respect regardless of race, sex, creed, or abilities and I will expect to be treated accordingly
- I will treat well and respect all equipment, officials, opposition and associated people and in a way that they themselves would be expected to be treated.
- I will focus on every task to the highest level
- I will refrain from usage of illegal performance enhancements, drugs, alcohol, and tobacco during times of practise and tournaments
- I will abide by tournaments rules at all times and uphold the ITF’s Code of Conduct for players
- I will encourage my parents/guardians to be involved with my participation in some capacity because it is important to me