Code of Conduct

As a Player I will:

Always play fairly – I won’t cheat, complain or waste time.
Always do my best, even if we’re losing or the other team is stronger.
Never be rude to my team-mates, the other team, the referee, spectators or my coach/team manager.
Always try and encourage team mates.
Do what the referee tells me, without answering back
Listen to my coach/team manager and respect what they say.

As a spectator, parent/carer I will:

Have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game. This club is supporting The FA’s Respect programme to ensure football can be enjoyed by everyone in a safe and positive environment.
Play our part and observe The FA’s Respect Code of Conduct for spectators and parents/carers at all times.
Remain outside the field of play and behind the Designated Spectator Area (where provided).
Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour
Always respect the match officials’ decisions
Applaud effort and good play as well as success. In addition, when attending youth games I will:
Remember that children play for FUN
Let the coaches do their job and not confuse the players by telling them what to do
Encourage the players to respect the opposition and match officials
Never criticise a player for making a mistake – mistakes are part of learning.
Understand that breaches of the code may result in action being taken by Surrey County FA and /or The FA.

Parents/carers and spectators play a valuable role in the amount of enjoyment players get from football.

Milford Pumas YFC observes The Football Association’s Respect Code of Conduct in everything we do.

On and off the field, I will:

Show respect to others involved in the game including match officials, opposition players, coaches, managers, officials and spectators
Adhere to the laws and spirit of the game
Promote Fair Play and high standards of behaviour
Always respect the match official’s decision
Never enter the field of play without the referee’s permission
Never engage in public criticism of the match officials
Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour.

When working with players, I will:

Place the well-being, safety and enjoyment of each player above everything, including winning
Explain exactly what I expect of players and what they can expect from me
Ensure all parents/carers of all players under the age of 18 understand these expectations
Never engage in or tolerate any form of bullying
Develop mutual trust and respect with every player to build their self-esteem
Encourage each player to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and
performance
Ensure all activities I organise are appropriate for the players’ ability level, age and maturity
Co-operate fully with others in football (e.g. officials, doctors, physiotherapists, welfare officers) for each player’s best interests.

I understand that if I do not follow the Code, any/all of the following actions may be taken by my club, County FA, league or The FA:

In addition my FACA (FA Coaches Association) membership may be withdrawn.

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