Code of conduct

AC Rovers FC

Code of Conduct

 

One of the key elements crucial to the success of AC Rovers FC’s promotion of kid’s football is the conduct of players, Club officials, Supporters and others associated with the teams.

 

Players are accustomed to playing in a non- threatening environment so therefore it is essential that there is no complacency.   All individuals associated with their teams are aware of the high expectations of the programme in terms of personal conduct.

 

This club is about the education and development of all players, coaches, and adults in football development. To have a tunnel visioned focus on winning goes against this philosophy, therefore please cooperate with club on this as it is now a matter which can result in serious consequences to all.

 

The club’s mantra on this will always be:

 

“Let the players play, the coaches’ coach, the ref referee

and all others support.”

 

 

Club Officials Code of Conduct

 

 DO 

•         Be a role model to young players

•         Be patient and supportive & place emphasis on good behaviour

•         Exercise self-control when a goal is scored or conceded

•         Make it fun/challenging for young players

•         Coach that players respect, by praising and setting a good example

•         Seek to update coaching skills and knowledge

•         Understand and support the Laws of the game

•         Accept the decisions of the referee

•         Ensure players get equal instruction, support, and playing time (where appropriate)

•         Teach players to play fairly, respect the rules and opponents

•         Provide a positive environment for youths to play football

•         Highlight positive play by both teams

•         Ensure your team shakes hands with your opponents and officials at the end of the game

 

DO NOT

•         Do not forget your responsibility as a role model

•         Do not over-emphasise results

•         Criticise mistakes.

•         Criticise or remonstrate negatively / aggressively with the referee.

•         Criticise or remonstrate negatively / aggressively with the opposition staff or players.

•         Never use ugly remarks based on race, religion, gender or ability

•         Never use foul and abusive language

•         Use Social Media in a negative manner to criticise anyone in any form as this shall be treated as a breach of SYFA disciplinary guidelines and shall be subject to disciplinary procedures and have implications on the club.

 

 

Players Code of Conduct

 

DO 

•         Be punctual for training and matches.

•         Dress appropriately, (Tracksuits for matches, Training tops for training…where applicable)

•         Enjoy the football.

•         Shake hands with opponents and referee, at the very least,  after the game.

•         Play fairly and encourage your team-mates.

•         Behave well at all times.

•         Accept the decisions of the Officials.

 

DO NOT

•         Make fun of your opponents.

•         Argue with the match supervisor / referee / opposition players or coaches.

•         Criticise other players when they make a mistake.

•         Use bad language on team-mates or opponents.

•         Be un-sporting when you celebrate goals.

•         Use Social Media in a negative manner to criticise anyone in any form as this shall be treated as a breach of SYFA disciplinary guidelines and shall be subject to disciplinary procedures and have implications on the club.

 

 

 

Parent/Supporters Code of Conduct

 DO 

•         Be patient and supportive and encourage all players on an individual basis.

•         Highlight good play from both teams.

•         Emphasise good behaviour.

•         Exercise self-control when a goal is scored or lost

•         Let the players make their own decisions thus avoiding ‘running commentaries’.

•         Ensure that instructions come only from the coaching staff. (Support don’t coach)

•         Ask parents/adults to stand back from the touch-line during games

 

DO NOT

•         Emphasise results.

•         Criticise mistakes.

•         Criticise or remonstrate negatively / aggressively with the referee.

•         Criticise or remonstrate negatively / aggressively with the opposition staff or players.

•         Use Social Media in a negative manner to criticise anyone in any form as this shall be treated as a breach of SYFA disciplinary guidelines and shall be subject to disciplinary procedures and have implications on the club.

 

 

 

Always Remember

 

“Let the players play, the coaches’ coach, the ref referee

and all others support.”