RFU Values
This guide is in place to promote the core values of Rugby held by International Rugby Unions.
The core values are in place to allow participants to understand the character of the game and what makes it distinctive as a sport. Touchline Instincts promotes these values and supports prioritising player welfare over performance.
World Rugby
World Rugby member unions identified the following sections as the defining, character-building characteristics of Rugby, which are now collectively known as the World Rugby values within the World Rugby Playing Charter
Integrity
Generated through honesty and fair play, Integrity is central to the fabric of rugby
Passion
Rugby fans and players have a passionate enthusiasm for the game. Rugby generates excitement, emotional attachment and a sese of belonging to the global rugby family
Solidarity
Rugby provides a unifying spirit that leads to life-long friendships, teamwork and loyalty which transcends cultural, geographic, political and religious differences
Discipline
Discipline is an integral part of the game both on and off the field and is reflected through adherence to the laws, regulations and core values
Respect
Respect for team-mates, opponents, officials and all involved in the game is paramount
England RFU
England Rugby extends the World Rugby core values with the RFU core values of rugby to define the game within England
The Rose Means Everyone
Teamwork
Teamwork is essential to rugby. All are welcome and included as working as a team enriches everyone's lives. We played selflessly: working for the team, not just for ourselves, both on and off the field. We speak out if our team or sport is threatened by inappropriate words or actions
Respect
Mutual respect form the basis of rugby. We hold in high esteem our sport, values and traditions and earn the respect of others in the way we behave. Respect our match officials and accept their decisions. We respect oppositions and supporters, value our coaches and those who run our clubs
Enjoyment
Enjoyment is why everyone plays and supports rugby union. Players are encouraged to enjoy training and playing. Rugby is used to adopt a healthy lifestyle and build life skills. We safeguard our young players and help them have fun
Discipline
Strong discipline underpins rugby. We ensure that our sport is one of controlled physical endeavour and that we are honest and fair. We obey the laws of the game which ensure an inclusive and exciting global sport. We support our disciplinary system, which protects our sport and upholds it values
Sportsmanship
Sportsmanship is the foundation upon which rugby is built. We uphold the rugby tradition of camaraderie with teammates and opposition. We observe fair play both on and off the pitch and are generous in victory and dignified in defeat. We play to win but not at all costs and recognise both endeavour and achievement. We ensure that the wellbeing and development of individual players is central to all rugby activity