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Code of Conduct

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PLAYERS:

Obligations toward the Game

A player should:
1. Make every effort to develop their own sporting ability, in terms of skill, technique, tactics and stamina.
2. Give maximum effort and strive for the best possible performance during a game, even if the team is in a position where the desired result has already been achieved.
3. Set a positive example for others, particularly young players and supporters.
4. Avoid all forms of gamesmanship and time-wasting.
5. Always have regard to the best interests of the game, including where publicly expressing an opinion on the game and any particular aspect of it, including others involved in the game.
6. Not use inappropriate language.

Obligations towards the Team

A player should:
1. Make every effort consistent with Fair Play and the Laws of the Game to help the team win.
2. Resist any influence that might, or might be seen to, bring into question commitment to the team winning.

Respect for the Laws of the Game and Competition Rules

A player should:
1. Know and abide by the Laws, rules and spirit of the game, and the competition rules.
2. Accept success and failure, victory and defeat, equally.
3. Resist any temptation to take banned substances or use banned techniques.

Respect towards Opponents

A player should:
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, and help injured opponents.

Respect towards the Referees

A player should:
1. Accept the decision of the Referee without protest.
2. Avoid words or actions that may mislead a Referee.
3. Show due respect towards Referee.

Respect towards Team Officials

A player should:
1. Abide by the instructions of their Coach and Team Officials, provided they do not contradict the spirit of this Code.
2. Show due respect towards the Team Officials of the opposition.

Obligations towards the Supporters

A player should:
1. Show due respect to the interests of supporters.

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR COACHES/MANAGERS:

A Coach/manager must:
1. Be committed to improving the performance of the players and the team physically and mentally.
2. Provide a high-quality soccer program for players with a positive environment/atmosphere.
3. Be thoroughly acquainted with FIFA Laws of the Game and they must keep attuned to the sound principles of coaching.
4. Respect all human beings i.e. players and referees. Opponents and referees must be treated with respect.
5. Encourage players to win within the laws of the game.
6. Be enthusiastic and positive. They must ensure that they are generous with praise when deserved.
7. Maintain the high standards of personal conduct and fair play.
8. Never be involved in any circumstances that are offensive or suggest sexual connotations. The club will ensure that Coaches and Manager are made aware of and agree to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Coaches and Managers.

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PARENTS/CARERS/GUARDIANS/SPECTATORS:

Parent’s/carers/guardians/spectator’s expectations and attitudes have a significant bearing on a child’s attitude towards:

Other Players
Referees
Managers
Spectators
This club will ensure that parents/carers/guardians/spectators within the club are always positive and encouraging towards all of the players—not just their own—and will encourage parents/carers/guardians/spectators to:

Applaud the opposition as well as their own team
Avoid coaching the child during the game
Not to shout and scream
Respect the referee’s decisions
Give attention to each of the children involved in soccer not just the most talented
Give encouragement to everyone to participate in soccer
The club will ensure that parents/carers/guardians/spectators agree and adhere to the Code of Conduct.

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR MATCH OFFICIALS:

Match Officials having certain privileges through and by The Association, with respect to the game, shall realize and respect their responsibilities and duties to The Association and the game.

The Association endorses The Canadian Soccer Association’s “Code of Ethics” for Match Officials. Specifically, Match Officials shall:

Conduct themselves with dignity both on and off the field of play and shall, by example, endeavour to inspire the true principles of fair play and earn the respect of those whom they serve;
Not cause The Association to become involved in any controversial matters and shall abide by the rules and regulations of the jurisdiction in which they officiate;
Adhere to all standards and directives;
Always be neat in appearance and maintain a high level of physical and mental fitness;
Study the Laws of the game and be aware of all changes, and shall enforce all said Laws and changes;
Perform their designated responsibilities, including attending organized clinics and lectures, etc., and shall assist their colleagues in upgrading and improving their standards of officiating, instructing and assessing;
Honor any appointments made for and accepted by them unless unable to do so by virtue of illness or personal emergency;
Not publicly criticize other referees or any soccer association nor shall they make any statements to the media related to any game in which they were involved;
Be subject to disciplinary action for not complying with this Code of Conduct.

We want everyone involved in our program – players, referees, volunteers, and spectators – to work together and have FUN IN SOCCER!

Remember, this is your program and it is what you make it.

Therefore, we would like you to:

Encourage all of the players in a positive way and let them know you support their efforts.
Praise and support the individuals who volunteer their time to organize and supervise the events that all members of our soccer community can take part in.
Respect the referees who will be officiating, for they are fair arbiters and are always right.
Cheer – for the good of the game – for everyone in this program wins no matter what the final score.
Promote fair play, sportsmanship, teamwork, and healthy competition.
Do not tolerate inappropriate behaviour by anyone – player, referee, volunteer, or spectator – on or off the soccer field.
Do all that you can do to contribute to a POSITIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT and help the players enjoy their outdoor/indoor soccer season.

For the GOOD OF THE CHILDREN,
For the GOOD OF THE COMMUNITY,
For the GOOD OF THE GAME.

Best wishes to all this season on the soccer fields.

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