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Provide coverage of young people’s competitive and non-competitive sport as well as reporting adult sport.
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Be aware of the differences between adult sport, professional sport and modified sports programs for young people.
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Don’t highlight isolated incidents of inappropriate sporting behaviour.
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Focus upon a young rider’s fair play and honest effort.
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Do not place unfair expectations on young people. They are not miniature professionals.
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Describe and report on the problems of young people participating in organised sport.
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Focus on the abilities and not the disabilities of young people.
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Avoid reinforcing stereotypical views on the involvement of boys/girls in particular sports.
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Give equal time and space to reporting boys and girls sports.
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Familiarise yourself with the National Junior Sport Policy.
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Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
