PhilosophyThe SAFEPLAY CODE was developed with an emphasis on SAFETY and good conduct within the game of Rugby League.
The Code is designed to provide the best possible on-field environment for the 'junior' game of Rugby League by actively promoting control over undesirable actions.
It has been introduced for all players up to and including the Unnder 15 years age group.
The NSWRL trusts that players,coaches, parents and supporters wholeheartedly embrace the Code for the benefit of the players and the game.
THE CODE AND IT'S APPLICATION
Tackle Zone
No tackle above the armpit is permitted
Dangerous Tackles
- The legs of the defender cannot be used ti trip, sling or thow
- Adopting a crotch hold is misconduct
- A ball runner cannot be lifted and driven.
Shoulder Charge
A defender cannot charge a ball carrier to tackle.
Vicious Palm
A defender cannot 'thrust'out his arm and contact the defender above the shoulder.
Slingning
The use of the ball carrier's arm, collar or other parts of the guernsey to sling or swing that player is prohibited.
Sandbagging(Flopping)
A defender cannot drop or fall on a prone player not attempting to play-on.
Surrender Rule (In the tackle)
Ball carriers may surrender in the tackle. When small and/or inexperienced players are involved in a "surrender" the defender should not complete the tackle.
Verbal Abuse/Foul Language
The use of expletives, threatening or denigrating words is not permitted.
Scrums
No pushing, pulling or rotating a scrum is permitted.
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