Code of Conduct

Players

  • Play fairly – no cheating, diving, complaining or wasting time.
  • Respect your teammates, the other team, the referee and your manager.
  • Never use foul or abusive language or behave badly or aggressively towards other players, the referee, or anyone else.
  • Never argue with the referee or the manager.
  • Be gracious in victory and defeat.
  • Play for fun.

Parents, Carers, Spectators

  • Never engage in, or tolerate offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour.
  • Show respect towards opponents, referees, and managers.
  • Encourage the players to respect the opposition and the referee.
  • Support, encourage and praise players regardless of their ability.
  • Do not put undue pressure on players and always encourage. 
  • Remember that children play for FUN.

Managers and Assistants

  • Use your position to set a positive example for the young people you’re responsible for.
  • Never argue with the referee or other team managers.
  • Ensure all players play within the laws and rules of the game.
  • Place the well-being, safety and enjoyment of each player above everything, including winning.
  • Be gracious in victory and defeat.
  • Accept that football is fun and do not attempt to win at all costs.
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