Within the handbook are codes of conduct issued by the F.A. that each manager and all parents should be aware of. These cover conduct for football, coaches, players, match officials and supporters. They are included here to enable copies to be taken and passed to appropriate individuals as required. Most of the points are common sense and serve to remind people that this is youth football we are involved in and the major requirement of the adults is to ensure that games take place in the correct atmosphere and environment and no shame or embarrassment to the child or club occurs due to inappropriate conduct by an individual.
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- Managers’ Code of Conduct
- Players Code of Conduct
- Parent’s/Guardian’s/Carer’s Code of Conduct
- Spectator’s Code of Conduct
Managers’ Code of Conduct
Revised by John Matthews June-2010.
- As a Team Manager, you by your actions and conduct, set the example for your players, parents/guardians and spectators. Set a good example at all times.
- Read the players, spectators, parents/guardian Code. Understand what is being asked of all participants in your sport. Actively promote these codes.
- Coaches/Managers must place the well-being and safety of each player above all other considerations including the result of the game.
- Ensure that each player is correctly dressed with the necessary safety equipment, shin pad’s, etc., before being allowed to play.
- Get treatment for an injured player immediately and co-operate fully with other specialists in the best interest of the player.
- Never either physically or mentally push children beyond their abilities. The game is of minor consideration when compared to the child’s future health and well being.
- Encourage and guide players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance. Never condone unacceptable behaviour by not acting upon it.
- Always be prompt, courteous and correct when dealing with league officials, opposition Managers, Referees and Assistant Referee’s. Confirm venues times and dates, etc., as early as possible and at reasonable times during the day.
- Read, understand and be aware of your responsibilities as laid down in your handbook.
- Check that you have the necessary equipment documentation and first aid equipment before you leave for the match or training.
- Read the Laws of the Game and assist your players in understanding them.
- Promote the codes of conduct.
- Agree, within a 12 month period, to take part in an educational course organised by the respective league County Football Association or The Football Association.
- Agree to a self-certificated check with regard to your suitability to work with children.
Players Code Of Conduct
Revised by John Matthews June-2010.
- Play for the “fun of it”, not just to please your parents or coach.
- Play by the laws of the game.
- Never argue with the referee or assistant referees decisions.
- Control your temper and use your energies for playing better football.
- Play well for yourself and your team, your team’s performance will benefit and so will your own.
- Be a good sport. Recognise all good play, whether by your team or by your opponents.
- Treat all player’s as you yourself would like to be treated. Do not interfere with, bully or take unfair advantage of any player.
- Remember that the aims of the game are to have fun, improve your skills and feel good.
- Co-operate with your coach/manager, team mates and opponents, for without them you will not have a game.
- Learn the laws of the game and you will be a much better player.
- Promote the code of conduct amongst your team mates.
Parent’s/Guardian’s/Carer’s Code of Conduct
Revised by John Matthews June-2010.
- Do not force an unwilling child to participate in football.
- Remember children are involved in football for their enjoyment, not yours.
- Encourage your child to play to the Laws of the Game and not to argue with the Referees and other officials.
- Teach your child that honest effort is more important than victory so that the result of each game is accepted without undue complaint.
- Turn losing into winning by helping your child work towards skill improvement and good sportsmanship.
- Never ridicule or yell at your child for making a mistake or losing a game.
- Remember that children learn best by example. Applaud good play by your team and by members of the opposition.
- Do not question the referee’s judgement or honesty. Remember he/she is only human with the same feelings as you and like you, sometimes may make an honest error.
- Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from children’s football.
- Recognise the value and importance of coaches who are all volunteers. The give the children their time and resources to provide football for your child.
- Read the Laws of the Game to understand better what you are looking at and commenting on.
- Promote this Code of Conduct amongst other Parents or Guardians.
Spectator’s Code of Conduct
Revised by John Matthews June-2010.
- Remember that children play organised sports for their own enjoyment. They are not there to entertain you.
- Be on your best behaviour. Do not use profane language or harass, (physically or verbally), players, managers, coaches, referees or assistant referees.
- Applaud all good play by your own team and the other team.
- Show respect for your team’s opponents. Without them there would be no game.
- Never ridicule or scold a child for making a mistake during a game.
- Condemn the use of violence and verbal abuse.
- Respect the Referee and Assistant Referee’s decisions. Remember they are only human with the same feelings as you and, like you, sometimes make an honest error.
- Encourage players always to play according to the Law’s of the Game.
- Read the Law’s of the Game to better understand what you are looking at and commenting on.
- Promote this code of conduct amongst other spectators
