FLAKTEST GAMING SEASON Flaktest Gaming Pty Ltd - Fremantle, WA - PLAY. REPRESENT. HAVE FUN

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1 FLAKTEST GAMING PRESENTS SEASON 2018 HIGH SCHOOL ESPORTS - TEACHER INFOR M ATION PACK Flaktest Gaming Pty Ltd - Fremantle, WA - admin@flaktest.com PLAY. REPRESENT. HAVE FUN Flaktest Gaming would like to give a warm welcome to you and your school. We look forward to providing you and your High School a safe and rewarding experience this year. In this booklet you will find information about our organisation and team, Season 2018, and how to get started as a Teacher Representative. What are Esports? Esports are a type of competition using video games. They usually take play with a multiplayer game and competitions are typically organised between professional players. FUN FACTS Esports is more than just video games. 1. Unlike traditional sports, esports athletes compete in a variety of games. 2. The esports industry is worth over AUD$1.9B and is expected to grow again this year, with new career pathways on offer. A live esports tournament at ESL Masters (Photo: ESL)

2 2 FLAKTEST GAMING - TEACHER INFORMATION PACK EXPERIENCE The excitement of esports in your school Esports present an opportunity to be inclusive of students who, for too long, have felt disengaged with their community What is Flaktest Gaming? As the leader of youth esports in Australia, Flaktest Gaming offers the perfect platform for your school esports club. Flaktest Gaming leverages the passions of young gamers towards personal and academic outcomes. Our activities include regional and national school esports tournaments, community events, and extracurricular programs. Since 2015, Flaktest Gam- ing has helped thousands of young gamers around Australia find purpose in the way they play video games. Through respect, integrity, competition and fair play, our community offers a safe space for young people to explore their passions and identify areas of strength they would otherwise not have an opportunity to discover in traditional extracurricular activities. Safe spaces for young gamers We are the only youth esports organisation that is 100% Australian owned, and operated by teachers and learning staff. Our organisation provides a unique opportunity for students and schools to engage with esports in a safe and supportive environment. All reg- istrations are processed by hand to ensure that all participants are high school students. The Teacher Representatives are also a point of contact between the schools and the organisation. This ensures that the student s safety is the foremost priority. Engage. Learn. Grow Our Volunteer Program offers young people a pathway to develop cutting-edge skills in new Australian industries, including esports events, online broadcasting and new media production. Volunteer roles at Flaktest Gaming include, but are not limited to: Regional Managers, Match Officials and Commentators Connect and build relationships with like schools in the Flaktest Gaming Regional League and National Championship. Build a safe space and positive club culture that instills the qualities of leadership, compassion, and service in youth. Discover innovative ways to improve attendance and engage students through their passion.

3 FLAKTEST GAMING PTY LTD 2018 CONNECT. RELATE. MAKE FRIENDS. Find belonging through social gaming. 3 Our website, social media platforms, and media group provide excellent content and coverage throughout each season. This provides your school with ample opportunities to explore innovative ways of engaging existing students and attracting new students to your school. Our online platforms, accessible only to students, parents and teachers provide the channels to interact with other passionate gamers and community members. Connect with like-minded people and forge meaningful lifelong friendships around common themes. We have a deep respect for our school because they have allowed us to do what we love. To represent the school at a national level is really special. ALEXANDER BECKER - FAIRVALE HIGH SCHOOL Flaktest Gaming National Champion, Season 2017 Anchor and CCO Pete Curulli with commentators Nathan AverageBarrel and Jesse Shadowfallz showing their skills in front of hundreds of viewers CAREERS IN ESPORTS. Preparing young people with the tools to succeed. The esports industry is now a viable career option for the students of From esports events management to new media productions and online streaming, Flaktest Gaming provides opportunities for young people to pursue their passions in a booming creative industry.

4 4 FLAKTEST GAMING - TEACHER INFORMATION PACK ENGAGE through your Flaktest Gaming High School Esports Club Flaktest Gaming is proud to announce that this year we are helping High Schools establish their very own High School Esports Club. Similar to any sports club, an esports club has members, teams, leaders and fans. The club will provide the infrastructure and autonomy to make decisions that best suit your school and the needs of your students. Jon Lamotte, Teacher Representative for CS:GO Champion team: Hale School INSPIRE your students by becoming a Teacher Representative Becoming a Teacher Representative is an important and rewarding role for you, your school and the students. As a Teacher Representative, you help inspire leadership and teamwork for the students and teams, and act as a point of contact for your High School and Flaktest Gaming. Our organisation s resources, support network and caring community are committed to you as a Teacher Representative. We want to let you know that we are with you all the way through the adventure with us. Whether you are interested in coaching, team management, creating safe spaces for kids, or simply passionate about helping students, becoming a Teacher Representative is a fun, and rewarding experience. Each Teacher Representative receives a Teacher Rep Handbook. The handbook is full of important resources to help you get started. It also includes the tools and other great tips and tricks to manage your club and give your High School esports teams an edge over your competitors. Note: It is a requirement that each High School participating in Flaktest Gaming activities must have at least one Teacher Representative. For Season 2018, Teacher Representatives can create a club for free. Flaktest Gaming has made the process of creating a High School Esports Club simple. To get started, simply complete the High School Esports Club registration form attached to this document. Once the form is completed, you will receive an from a member of Flaktest Staff, confirming your registration. Once your Esports Club is active, you can personalise the club page to suit your school (for example, a school logo, school colours etc.). ENCOURAGE students to join your High School Esports Club By using the Community membership form attached to this document, students can join your High School Esports Club. Students are required to complete the form and submit a copy of the form to admin@flaktest.com and to you for recording. Once confirmed by Flaktest Gaming, students will have access to the High School Esports club page. There is no limit to the number of students you have in your High School Esports Club.

5 FLAKTEST GAMING PTY LTD BE ACTIVE within your club community Be active in your club community and take part in competitions, club challenges and STEM projects. Club Events offer a fun, social and safe setting for high school students. It gives young people their first experience playing esports in a learning environment. Make friends, have fun and be ACTIVE today! Community Competitions in Season 2018 include: Hearthstone 1v1 event League of Legends FG All-Stars event Speedrunning team races FREE FOR ALL CLUB MEMBERS Join your High School Esports Club and have fun with your friends! Community Club events are FREE to enter for all High School Esports Club Members. Check out what games are offered this season for High School Esports Club Members. SPEEDRUNNING has arrived to Flaktest Gaming What is Speedrunning? A speedrun is a play-through of a video game with the intention of completing it as fast as possible. Speedruns may cover just a single level in a game or the whole game. Speedrunning aims to challenge the player, entertain and compete against others. Speedrunning at Telethon Flaktest Gaming held its first 24 hour speedrunning charity event at Telethon in October For the first time in its 50 year history, Telethon and Flaktest Gaming connected gamers and Telethon Kids together through the power of online streaming and video games. What s in store this season? Our organisation looks to continue to grow from the success of the event and provide a safe platform for young speedrunners to compete at Club Events held throughout the season.

6 6 FLAKTEST GAMING - TEACHER INFORMATION PACK REPRESENT in the Season 2018 Regional League and compete to earn your place in the 2018 Invitational. Flaktest Gaming is proud to announce the Season 2018 Regional League, the largest youth esports event in Australia. By joining the competitive league, you and your school are providing a safe alternative pathway for your students to engage responsibly in online spaces and represent your school in something they are passionate about. Go for glory in the Flaktest Gaming Season 2018 Regional League. Climb the ranks and earn a place in the 2018 Invitational with your School Esports Club. The games offered in the Season 2018 Regional League are: OVERWATCH DOTA 2 ROCKET LEAGUE CS:GO Overwatch returns to the Welcome heroes! DOTA Physics has never been so Team work, strategy and Flaktest Gaming lineup. 2 is a world leading title much fun! precision. 6 vs 6 Team based Multiplayer Online First Person Shooter in esports and is joining Season v 3 Vehicular Soccer game where team players work to- 5v5 Team based Multiplayer Online First Person Shooter where where teams pick champions and work together to reach objectives. Gov classification is M 5 vs 5 Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) where teams work together to take down the gether to score points against an opposing team. Gov classification is G teams work together to either act or defend against an objective. This title is offered to all High opposing team s base. This title is offered to all High This title is offered to students School students This title is offered to all High School students School students. aged 15 years and above. Gov classification is MA15+ BECOME LEGEND in THE INVITATIONAL The ultimate challenge for the regional league champions, the 2018 Invitational is the pinnacle of youth esports in Australia. Walk the hallowed grounds where past legends have forged their iron in the fires of the Invitational, attain immortality and be remembered for the ages as you lay your claim amongst legends in youth esports.

7 FLAKTEST GAMING PTY LTD THE JOURNEY Play. Represent. Have fun. COMMUNITY MEMBER REGIONAL COMPETITOR ELITE COMPETITOR Participation. Practice. Personal development. Community Club events provide High School Esports Clubs and students the opportunity to participate in fun, safe and easy-to-learn competitions, challenges and STEM projects. Competetion. Performance. Team development. Represent your school club and go for glory in the Flaktest Gaming State League. Climb the ranks and earn a place in the 2018 Invitational with your High School Esports Club. The ultimate challenge for regional league champions. The 2018 Invitational is the pinnacle of youth esports in Australia. Lay your claim amongst legends in youth esports. Features Features Features Be a part of an esports club Build your esports team Community Competitions Game Challenges Speedrunning events STEM Projects FREE For all Club Members Please see attached Community Club Membership Form for more information. Major regional competition Saturday match days 10 week season Great Prizes Grand Final for every region A chance to earn your place in the 2018 Invitational $49.95 Per Person (Open to all Club members) Please see attached Regional League Competitor Registration Form for more information. National Championship Ultimate recognition 2 week major event Legendary Prizes Pathways to Pro Take home the Flaktest Gaming Championship Cup FREE Open to Regional Finalists & Wild Card entry winners

8 8 FLAKTEST GAMING - TEACHER INFORMATION PACK THE TEAM Passion, Education & Expertise BRETT JACOB ALEXANDRA PETE SULLIVAN CURULLI LAMBERT CURULLI CEO CTO COO CCO Passion and grit are Support is a fundamental Service and community The nurturing of one s the drivers for personal component to personal brings belonging and passion builds confidence mastery and success. success. understanding. in oneself. Brett Sullivan is a High School Teacher, Pastoral care leader, co-founder and CEO of Flaktest Gaming. With over 12 years experience in the IT, Esports and Education industry, Brett drives the vision Jacob Curulli is a Learning Technologies Expert, IT System Analyst, co-founder and CTO of Flaktest Gaming. With over 10 years experience in media and IT, Jacob creates and manages systems and media Alexandra Lambert is currently studying Law and her background is in policy making; employment relations; communications, and youth services. With a range of experience in both the community and corporate and strategic outcomes for for Flaktest Gaming and youth sectors, Alie assists with Flaktest Gaming, youth esports esports. the daily operations of Faktest and education. Gaming. THE FLAKTEST ARMY Flaktest Gaming volunteers are a vital part of the ongoing operation and support of youth esports in Australia. Our amazing volunteers have helped thousands of young people find meaning through their passion of playing games. Pete is the Chief Communications and Content Officer of Flaktest Gaming, and is a Commercial Radio Broadcaster, Professional Public Speaker, and Content Creator. With over 15 years in the Commercial Radio and Content Industry coupled with a Commerce Marketing background, Pete creates and executes content outcomes with a deep understanding of people s behaviour.

9 FLAKTEST GAMING PTY LTD WOULD YOU LIKE TO KNOW MORE? Esports are new, exciting and often daunting for even the most experienced gamer. At Flaktest Gaming, we pride ourselves on our ability to support teacher representatives, schools, and families through their journey with our organisation, and would like to extend an invitation to contact us if you have any questions relating to Flaktest Gaming, youth esports or High School Esports Clubs. Flaktest Gaming offers opportunities for young people interested in entering into esports and new media industries through our fantastic volunteer programs. admin@flaktest.com FLAKTEST GAMING

10 2018 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF A 10 FLAKTEST GAMING - TEACHER INFORMATION PACK FLAKTEST GAMING HIGH SCHOOL ESPORTS CLUB Please PRINT using black or blue ballpoint pen. SCHOOL INFORMATION 1. School Name PLEASE COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS AND SEND TO ADMIN@FLAKTEST.COM TEACHER REPRESENTATIVE REGISTRATION 1. Title MR MRS MS DR PROF OTHER 2. School Address 2. First Name 3. Last Name Suburb 4. address State Postcode 5. Position at school 3. School Mailing Address (if different from above) 6. Phone Number 7. I have been provided with a copy of: Suburb The Flaktest Gaming Code of Conduct State Postcode 4. School Administration Address SIGNING The Flaktest Gaming High School Esports Club warrants that the information provided on this Prescribed Form is current and correct and that it will promptly notify Flaktest Gaming of any changes. By signing this form, the Flaktest Gaming High School Esports Club and its officials agree to comply with the Flaktest Gaming Code of Conduct. 5. School Telephone Number 6. School Website Date (Signature of High School Esports Club teacher representative) PRINCIPAL 1. Title 2. First Name MR MRS MS DR PROF OTHER FOR ADMINISTRATOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY Date: Administration approved: Approved by: School Code: 3. Last Name 4. address Important: If any of the above details provided change, please contact Flaktest Gaming immediately ORIGINAL COPY - Flaktest Gaming Pty Ltd 2018

11 2018 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF A 11 FLAKTEST GAMING COMMUNITY CLUB MEMBERSHIP FLAKTEST GAMING PTY LTD 2018 Please PRINT using black or blue ballpoint pen. COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION PLEASE COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS AND SEND TO ADMIN@FLAKTEST.COM PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION Your child has expressed an interest in joining your High School Esports Club. The club is a safe place for young people to explore their passion in esports and video games. There are a number of Flaktest Gaming activities for your child to participate in during their time in the High School Esports Club. These include, but are not limited to; Esport Competitions, Club Challenges and STEM Projects. To participate in a Regional League competition or The Invitational your child must be a member of a High School Esports Club. For more information about High School Esports Clubs contact Flaktest Gaming at admin@flaktest.com STUDENT INFORMATION 1. First Name 2. Last Name 3. Address 1. Title MR MRS MS DR PROF OTHER 2. First Name 3. Last Name 4. address 5. Relationship to Student 6. Phone Number 4. Date of Birth 5. Gender MALE FEMALE 7. I have been provided with a copy of The Flaktest Gaming Code of Conduct Day / Month / Year 5. School Name 6. Postal Address SIGNING The Flaktest Gaming High School Esports Club warrants that the information provided on this Prescribed Form is current and correct and that it will promptly notify Flaktest Gaming of any changes. By signing this form, the Flaktest Gaming High School Esports Club and its officials agree to comply with the Flaktest Gaming Code of Conduct. Suburb Date State 7. Teacher Representative Name Postcode (Signature of High School Esports Club teacher representative) FOR ADMINISTRATOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY Date: Administration approved: Approved by: 8. In-Game Name Student Code: Must be age appropriate and must be the same as your Discord Name Important: If any of the above details provided change, please contact Flaktest Gaming immediately ORIGINAL COPY - Flaktest Gaming Pty Ltd

12 2018 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF A 12 FLAKTEST GAMING - TEACHER INFORMATION PACK FLAKTEST GAMING REGIONAL LEAGUE COMPETITOR Please PRINT using black or blue ballpoint pen. SEASON 2018 REGIONAL LEAGUE INFORMATION PLEASE COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS AND SEND TO ADMIN@FLAKTEST.COM PAYMENT INFORMATION Your child has expressed interest in joining the Regional Competitive Esports League. The competition is held over 10 weeks, and matches are on Saturdays. A detailed schedule will be provided to the parent/guardian, the teacher representative, and the player, before the start of the season. Flaktest Gaming offers a Regional Competitive League for the following games: DOTA2 CS:GO Rocket League Overwatch STUDENT INFORMATION SCHOOL TO MAKE ARRANGEMENT DIRECTLY WITH FLAKTEST GAMING CREDIT CARD ORDER AMOUNT $49.95 CREDIT CARD NUMBER 1. STUDENT CODE EXPIRATION DATE (MONTH/YEAR) 2. FIRST NAME 3. LAST NAME CVV/CV2 NUMBER NAME ON CARD 4. SCHOOL NAME ADDRESS (TO SEND A COPY OF THE RECEIPT) COMPETITIVE TEAM INFORMATION 1. WHAT GAME WILL THE TEAM BE PLAYING? DOTA 2 - MINIMUM 5 PLAYERS OVERWATCH - MINIMUM 6 PLAYERS DECLARATION I declare that the form has been completed in its entirety and that the information in this application is true and correct. If payment details have been entered under the section named Payment Details, I acknowledge and authorise that a fee of $49.95 be processed by Flaktest Gaming Pty Ltd. ROCKET LEAGUE - MINIMUM 3 PLAYERS CS:GO - MINIMUM 5 PLAYERS Signature Date 2. TEAM ROSTER - FULL NAME / STUDENT CODE (IF KNOWN), INCLUDING A SUBSTITUTE PLAYER IF APPLICABLE (A SUBSTITUTE PLAYER IS NOT COMPULSORY BUT IS RECOMMENDED) CAPTAIN PLAYER 2 FOR ADMINISTRATOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY Date: Administration approved: Paperwork approved by: School Code: Team Code: PLAYER 3 PLAYER 4 PLAYER 5 PLAYER 6 PLAYER 7 Important: If any of the above details provided change, please contact Flaktest Gaming immediately ORIGINAL COPY - Flaktest Gaming Pty Ltd 2018

13 13 FLAKTEST GAMING PTY LTD 2018 FLAKTEST GAMING PRESENTS Australia s Biggest Highschool Esports Tournament Speedrunning N O S A SE 2018 E FUN. P LAY. R E P R E S E N T. H AV JO IN ou R CL UB TO DAY Be active in your High School Esports Club. Compete in the Regional Leagues and earn your place in THE INVITATIONAL, the Season 2018 National Championship. Find out more at AW ES OM E GA ME S & PR IZE S

14 FLAKTEST GAMING CODE OF CONDUCT REV 25/2/2018 PLAYERS As a player and a student As a player and student, you play a special role in contributing in representing your school, your team and yourself to the public. Through your encouragement and good example, you can help assure that your team learn good sportsmanship and self-discipline during the match and when you re offline. In Flaktest Gaming, you will learn to work together, to sacrifice for the good of the team, to enjoy winning and deal appropriately with defeat. Best of all, you re going to have a great time! Supporting your team Supporting your team by giving encouragement and showing interest in them is very important. Help your team work toward skill improvement and good sportsmanship in every game. Remember that hard work and an honest effort are often more important than victory that way your team will always be a winner despite the outcome of the game! Always be positive Lead by example for your team, your school and yourself. Become aware of this and work to be a positive role model. Applaud good plays by your team mates as well as good plays by the opposing team. Support all efforts to remove verbal abuse from youth esports activities. Positive reinforcement is the best way to help your team achieve their goals and their natural fear of failure. Nobody likes to make mistakes. If your team does make one, remember it s all part of learning, so encourage your team mate s efforts and point out the good things your team accomplished. Work, Rest and Play Joining an esports league does not mean to play more games, but instead find meaning behind the games you play. Gaming is much more enjoyable with friends, and representing your school gives purpose behind practice. Balance is very important when it comes to activities and your education. Make sure to remain focused in the classroom, and complete your work to the best of your ability. Be an example to others and manage your time effectively. Support your team mates when they 1

15 FLAKTEST GAMING CODE OF CONDUCT REV 25/2/2018 become distracted at school, and help them understand the important behind effort in all aspects of life. Healthy Body, Healthy Mind Health and well-being is very important for youth. Become a role model for a healthy lifestyle by choosing the right foods and exercise throughout the day. Appreciate that professional esport players are also athletes, and physically train as well as mentally train. Reflect the same principles as your heroes in esports by remaining active, and communicating face to face, rather than behind a screen. Hang out with your team outside of the game, and play some sport. Remember, the matches you play may be long, and preparing yourself physically is critical. Players Pledge I shall set an example for sportsmanship for my team to follow. I shall emphasise team play to my team, and represent my school to the best of my ability. I shall show by example respect for umpires, opposing teams and other fans. I shall remember that not everyone can play at one time. I shall not be critical unless I m willing to work to correct the problem. I shall be supportive when my team is successful or when they re struggling for success. I shall play and practice the skills of the game with my team often. I shall remain focused and disciplined in the classroom, and complete all class work to the best of my ability. I shall remain active both physically and mentally, helping others as I help myself to grow into the esport heroes I aspire to be. I shall be positive and supportive whether the team wins or loses. I shall remember that all managers, teacher representatives and Teacher Representatives are volunteers. I shall volunteer whenever possible. I shall remember that the game is about having fun. Remember: good behaviour doesn t cost anything!!! However, it does allow the players and other teams to enjoy the game TEACHERS Remember that esports is fun! Remember that esport players play for fun and enjoyment and that winning is only part, although an important component, of their motivation. Always make sure that participants are made to feel welcome whenever they attend for club training or a match. Ensure that activities are carefully planned, well-structured and varied to provide opportunities for individual and team development. Be willing to depart from the plan to take advantage of an unexpectedly high interest in a particular activity. Never ridicule players for making mistakes or losing a competition. See errors or losses as an opportunity to learn in a constructive way. Comment in a way that is positive and designed to create interest, involvement and development. Set reasonable expectations In scheduling training and playing times and days, be reasonable in your demands on players time, energy and enthusiasm, taking into account their age, level of play and other commitments such as school and employment. 2

16 FLAKTEST GAMING CODE OF CONDUCT REV 25/2/2018 Young children are likely to have more time but short attention spans. They may have plenty of energy but are likely to need more guidance on how best to look after their bodies. The differences in physical and mental maturity can be quite marked in younger children of the same age group. All these factors need to be considered in coaching young children. Older children have greater demands from their studies and many of them need to work to assist their schooling. They also have many social demands. Try to assist them in achieving a good balance between the various demands on them. Teach understanding and respect for the rules Teach your players that understanding and playing by the rules is their own responsibility and that the rules exist for the safety, proper order and enjoyment of all people involved in esports. The lessons to be learned in this respect in esports are lessons that can and should be carried over into all aspects of their lives. Do not encourage players to ignore or deliberately break any rules. Give all players a reasonable amount of game time All players need and deserve reasonable game time. Avoid over-playing the talented players. It is unfair to both them and those who are not so talented. Players cannot improve without the opportunity of a reasonable amount of match practice. Talented players can burn out. Having no or little time in game can cause players to suffer from morale problems and they can lose interest in esports altogether. Develop team respect for the ability of opponents Develop team respect for the ability of opponents including their Teacher Representatives. Part of participation in sport is respect for all participants in the game. Encourage your players to accept that their opponents are entitled to proper courtesy. This means introducing themselves to their opponents in game, congratulating them whether they win or lose and accepting loss gracefully. Teach them that the opposition coach is there trying to do the best for their team and is also entitled to respect. Instil in your player s respect for officials and an acceptance of their judgement Players should be taught to understand that officials have a very difficult task to perform and that without them games could not be played. They are there to enforce the rules of play but they cannot always be right. Teach your players to accept bad calls graciously. Abuse of referees is unacceptable behaviour that should not be tolerated. Players who consistently dispute decisions or do not accept bad decisions should be singled out for counselling and guidance. Guide your players in their interaction with the media, parents and spectators. It is sometimes very difficult for players to concentrate on the game when there is the distraction of the presence of friends and relatives as spectators. Teacher Representatives have a difficult role to play in teaching players respect for their parents and other spectators but also teaching them to maintain concentration on the team plan if spectators become over-enthusiastic. The presence of media at a basketball game can lead to a temptation by some players to show off or otherwise act differently from how they would act normally. Encourage your players to not be awed by the presence of the media. Also teach them that if they are approached for an interview after a game they are representing the whole sport and should behave accordingly. 3

17 FLAKTEST GAMING CODE OF CONDUCT REV 25/2/2018 PARENTS As a parent As a parent, you play a special role in contributing to the needs and development of youngsters. Through your encouragement and good example, you can help assure that all the boys and girls learn good sportsmanship and self-discipline. In Flaktest Gaming, young people learn to work together, to sacrifice for the good of the team, to enjoy winning and deal appropriately with defeat. Best of all, they have fun! Support your child Supporting your child by giving encouragement and showing interest in their team is very important. Help your child work toward skill improvement and good sportsmanship in every game. Teach your child that hard work and an honest effort are often more important than victory that way your child will always be a winner despite the outcome of the game! Always be positive Parents serve as role models for their children. Become aware of this and work to be a positive role model. Applaud good plays by your child s team as well as good plays by the opposing team. Support all efforts to remove verbal abuse from youth esports activities. Reinforce positive behaviours Positive reinforcement is the best way to help your child achieve their goals and their natural fear of failure. Nobody likes to make mistakes. If your child does make one, remember it s all part of learning, so encourage your child s efforts and point out the good things your child accomplished. Parents Pledge I shall set an example for sportsmanship for my child to follow. I shall emphasise team play to my child. I shall show by example respect for umpires, opposing teams and other fans. I shall remember that not everyone can play at one time. I shall not be critical unless I m willing to work to correct the problem. I shall attempt to observe my child s games online or otherwise because, it is important to them, they are not young forever. I shall be supportive when my child is successful or when struggling for success. I shall attempt to play and practice the skills of the game with my child. I shall be positive and supportive whether the team wins or loses. I shall remember that all managers, teacher representatives and Teacher Representatives are volunteers. I shall volunteer whenever possible. I shall remember that the game is for the students. For more information, please contact: Flaktest Gaming admin@flaktest.com 4