1. This code of conduct applies to all the club's coaching staff, which includes managers, coaches and any other team officials or representatives.
2. Coaches must respect the rights, dignity and worth of each and every person and treat each equally within the context of the sport.
3. Coaches must place the well-being and safety of each player above all other considerations, including the development of performance.
4. Coaches must adhere to all guidelines laid down by the Football Association.
5. Coaches must develop an appropriate working relationship with each player based on mutual trust and respect.
6. Coaches must not exert undue influence to obtain personal benefit or reward.
7. Coaches must encourage and guide players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance.
8. Coaches must ensure that the activities they direct or advocate are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of the players.
9. Coaches should, at the outset, clarify with the players (and, where appropriate the parent) exactly what is expected of them and also what they are entitled to expect from their coach.
10. Coaches must co-operate fully with other specialists (e.g. other coaches, doctors and physiotherapists) in the best interests of the player.
11. Coaches must always promote the positive aspects of the sport (e.g. fair play) and never condone violations of the Laws of the Game, behaviour contrary to the spirit of the Laws of the Game or relevant rules and regulations or the use of prohibited substances or techniques.
12. Coaches must consistently display high standards of behaviour and appearance.
13. Coaches must not tolerate inappropriate language.
14. Coaches should know and understand the rules of all competitions and leagues in which they enter their teams.
PLAYERS
Your Obligations To The Game
1. Make every effort to develop your own sporting abilities, in terms of skill, technique, tactics and stamina.
2. Give maximum effort and strive for your best possible performance during a game, even if your team is in a position where a desired result cannot be achieved.
3. Set a positive example for others, particularly younger players.
4. Avoid all forms of unsportinglike behaviour and time wasting.
5. Always have regard for the best interests of the game, including where publicly expressing an opinion on the game or any aspect of it.
6. Do not use inappropriate language.
Your Obligations To Your Team
1. Make every effort, consistent with fair play and the laws of the game to help your team win.
2. Resist any actions or comments, which might be seen to bring your commitment to your team into doubt.
Respect The Laws Of The Game
1. Know and abide by the laws and rules of the game and play in the spirit in which they were intended.
2. Accept success and failure, victory and defeat, equally.
3. Resist any temptation to gain an advantage from banned or illegal techniques, tactics or substances.
Respect Your Opponents
1. Treat opponents with due respect at all times, irrespective of the result of the game.
2. Safeguard the physical fitness of opponents. Avoid violence and rough play. Be respectful of injured players.
Respect The Match Officials
1. Accept the decision of the Match Official without protest.
2. Avoid words or actions, which may mislead a Match Official.
3. Show due respect towards all Match Officials.
Respect Team Officials
1. Abide by the instructions of your coach and team officials.
2. Show due respect to the opposition's coach and their team officials.
Respect Supporters
1. Football is a spectator sport. Show due respect to all supporters.
PARENTS & SPECTATORS
1. This code of conduct applies to all family and friends of the players. Its primary purpose is to regulate their behaviour as a spectator.
2. Avoid coaching any child, including your own, during the game.
3. Applaud the opposition as well as your own team. Good play deserves praise.
4. Enjoy the game and keep a proper perspective.
5. Control your own emotions; your goals and needs are not the same as your child's.
6. In all cases respect the referee's decision.
7. Give attention and encouragement to all of the children involved in football not just the most talented.
8. Encourage other parents and spectators to follow this code.
Always be aware that you have a great influence on a child's enjoyment and ultimate success in football. All children play football because they first and foremost love the game – it's fun. When watching a game remember that:
A) Positive encouragement will contribute to:
• Children enjoying football.
• A sense of personal achievement.
• Self-esteem.
• Improving the child's skills and techniques.
B) Your expectations and attitudes have a significant bearing on a child's attitude towards:
• Other players.
• Officials.
• Managers.
• Spectators