Club Aims And Values

We believe that it is important that everyone who comes into contact with the club, whether as a player, official, visitor, spectator or sponsor, has a clear and transparent view of York Acorn Rugby League Club's purpose and values.

Our Club Purpose

To promote a supportive, social & family environment for all to learn and play Rugby League at all levels

This has been adopted as the over-arching principle which guides everything we do as an amateur community sports club. This purpose is embodied in our club values which inform decision-making and everyday activities across the club.

Our Club Values

• Enjoyment - we want everyone to enjoy their experience at the club with friendships, social events and competitive or social Rugby League
• Welcoming - we offer a friendly, inclusive, safe and welcoming environment to help everyone feel at home at the club
• Respect - we treat our sport, fellow members, opposition players, referees, coaches and volunteers with the respect we would expect ourselves
• Growth - we aspire to grow the Rugby League skills and performance of all players, Coaches, referees and volunteers - and to increase local participation in Rugby League and our club
• Inclusivity - we offer fairness, inclusiveness, equality of access and take steps to recognise and address inequalities

We take our values seriously and if you feel that there is more we can do in any specific area or something which does not support our values, please do get in touch by clicking on the link below.