CONDUCT

A few bits and pieces from other Clubs with regards to conduct and what is expected. It all makes good sense! - Andy Bell

PLAYERS

• I will play for fun, work hard to improve my skills, be a team player and get along with my teammates.
• I will learn teamwork, sportsmanship and discipline.
• I will be on time for practices and games, learn and play by the rules and always be a good sport.
• I will respect coaches, teammates, parents, opponents and officials.

PARENTS

• I will display good sportsmanship, and always respect players, coaches, officials and other parents.
• I will act appropriately at all times and cheer good plays of all participants and I will cheer in a positive manner and encourage fair play.
• I will be supportive after the game, win or lose, and I will recognize good effort, teamwork and sportsmanship.
• I will resolve to conduct myself as a parent and an adult even under the most trying circumstances.
• I will not use obscene or vulgar language to anyone at any time before, during, or after a game.
• I will not embarrass my child by yelling at players, coaches, or officials and I will always show a positive attitude toward the game and all of its participants.

COACHES

• Winning is a consideration, but not the only nor the most important one. I will care more about the child than winning the game.
• I will remember players are involved in soccer for fun and enjoyment and a player's safety is the utmost importance.
• I will be generous with my praise, consistent, honest, fair and just.
• I will not criticize players publicly.
• I will adjust to personal needs and problems of players, be a good listener, never verbally or physically abuse a player, official, or parent and give all players the opportunity to improve their skills, gain confidence and develop self-esteem.
• I will organize practices that are fun and challenging for my players.
• I will familiarize myself with all applicable rules and institute techniques and strategies of soccer and encourage all players to be team players.
• I will maintain an open line of communication with players and parents and I will explain our goals and objectives.
• I will not use obscene or vulgar language to anyone at any time before, during, or after competition.
• I will not visually demonstrate any sign of dissatisfaction with an official's decision with the intent of inciting the officials, players or spectators.