MISSION STATEMENT

	"AFL Masters will provide the opportunity for members and supporters to enjoy the game of Australian Rules Football in a safe supportive and fun environment."
	Member Associations shall be responsible for the actions and behaviour of their officials players, supporters and administrators before, after & during all games, and at all official AFL Masters function, Tribunal hearings or meetings.
	Contact on official matters with AFL Masters Board members and officials by registered players or supporters should be via their State Association's President or Delegate to the National Committee or to the carnival office on match days via the AFL Masters General Manager.
	Contact at official functions when AFL Masters Board members have official duties to performs should be with discretion and respect at all times.
	All players, supporters and spectators should realize their obligation to know the carnival rules particularly regarding the consumption of alcohol on or surrounding playing ovals.
	All participants are requested to be aware that AFL Masters bans the consumption of alcohol or taking of alcohol onto any playing arena at any time during a carnival.
	Any breaches will incur penalties for the state that the offender represents.

	CONCEPT OF AFL MASTERS
	AFL Masters is designed to allow mature aged Australian Rules footballers the opportunity to participate safely in tine great game of Australian Rules Football and to compete with their aged peers.
	The opportunity to participate, to compete and to be physically active is the main motivation of the competitors.
	Winning is not important and the game should be played in the spirit of ''Football for fun.
	Social interaction is also a very important feature of AFL Masters for all participants.

	PLAYERS CODE OF CONDUCT
	Play by the rules at all times.
	Never argue with an official; if you disagree, discuss the matter with your coach after the game.
	Control your temper; verbal abuse or racial or religious vilification of other players, or provoking an opponent is not acceptable.	>
	Be a team player, work equally hard for yourself and your team.
	Your team's performance will benefit and so will you.

	COACHES
	Be reasonable in your demands' consider players' time, energy and enthusiasm levels.
	Avoid over playing the talented players; the just 'average players' players needand deserve equal time.
	Keep winning in perspective; maximize players' participation for fun and enjoyment.
	Stress safety always; ensure equipment and facilities are safe.
	Consider maturity levels; match up practices schedules, practice activities and degree of competition with maturity levels.
	Develop team respects; for the ability of opponents as well as for the judgment of officials and opposing coaches.
	Recognise the importance of injury; seek and follow the physician's advice concerning the return of injured players to training.
	Keep informed with sound principles of coaching and skill development.
	Teach fair play, help players understand the responsibilities and implications of freedom to choose between fair and unfair play.

	ADMINISTRATORS/ OFFICIALS
	Ensure equal participation for all; provide equal opportunities for all regardless of ability, size, shape, age, disability or ethnic origin.
	Ensure that the rules, equipment, length of games and training schedules take into consideration age, ability and maturity even of the participants.
	Stress enjoyment; remember that players participate for enjoyment and play down the importance of rewards.
	Promote fair play; ensure that coaches, officials, sponsored physicians and participants understand their responsibilities regarding fair play.
	Where appropriate modify rules and regulations to match the skill level of participants and their needs.
	A Promote respect for opponents and condemn unsporting behavior

	SPECTATORS
	Applaud good performance and efforts from each team.
	Congratulate all participants upon their performance regardless of the game's outcome.
	Respect officials' decisions at all times. Remember all officials are there for the fun (of the game and are volunteers; as such all should be treated with respect.
	Condemn the use of violence in any form, be it by spectators, coaches, officials or players.
	Show respect for your team's opponents. Without them there would be no game.
	Encourage players to follow the rules and the officials decisions.
	Do not use foul language or harass players, coaches or officials.
	Each club state or territory is responsible for the behaviour of their spectators and officials during and at the conclusion of their games.

	GUIDELINES TO PARTICIPATING IN SPORT IN EXTREME HEAT
	We request you adhere to the following guidelines when playing in different environments to minimize the impact of the climate and prevent heat injury.
	Heat injury can lead to impaired player performance and physical distress such as dizziness, headaches and collapse.
	In its extreme form it can be life threatening.
	Players are requested to take this issue seriously and prepare for playing in heat and humidity climates by:
	Ensure adequate fluid intake prior to the game and during the game (500 - 700m1 per quarter) (This intake does not include alcoholic a) .
	Drink plenty of water and electrolyte drinks. Powerade and water are available.
	Slip, slap and slop! Wear hats and sunscreen, and avoid adrenaline-like medication .
	Rotate player's through the interchange bench
	Use cooling aids like ice vests, spray bottles, sponges and fans
	If feeling Howell seek medical attention immediately. Medical staff will be at both playing venues at all times

	HALL OF FAME - BACKGROUND INFORMATION
	The Hall of Fame was implemented by the Board of Management for AFL Masters in 1997 to recognise the outstanding personal contributions of players, umpires administrators and supporters to the development of Superules and subsequently AFL Masters since its inception in 1980
	In the first year the nine member associations were each asked to nominate the person they thought had made the most significant contribution to their state game.
	These nine nominations were officially inducted into the chain of name's at the Inaugural 'Hall of Fame' Dinner at the Geelong Football Club which was held during the Geelong Carnival in 1997.
	In 1998 and 1999, in order to maintain the prestige of the award only five nominations were inducted into the AFL Masters Hall of Fame.
	In year 2000 only two people were selected and in year 2001 the Hall of Fame Selection Committee extended the rules to induct up to three new members each year.
	The induction of Hall of Fame nominees will continue to be held at a formal dinner during the National Carnival and all AFL Masters supporters are welcome to attend. Member Associations are asked to Support the occasion by each committing at beast two reserved tables for the dinner.