Ah, those were the days.

The following definitions of a Sportsman was drawn up at a meeting representative of all ranks at the Army School of physical training, Aldershot, in 1919. Units represented were of the home forces, France, Italy, Egypt and Mesopotamia.

1) Plays the game for the games sake
2) Plays for the team and not yourself
3) Is a good winner and a good loser; e.g modest in victory & generous in defeat
4) Accepts all decisions in a proper spirit
5) Is chivalrous towards a defeated opponent
6) Is unselfish and always willing to help others become proficient
7) As a spectator applauds good play on both sides
8) Never interferes with referees or judges, no matter what the decision.