Please
note that these are club codes applicable to adult and youth players.
We recognise that not all aspects of these codes
are relevant to youth players.
Football is the national game. All those
involved with the game whether as a player, match official, coach, owner or
administrator, have a responsibility, above and beyond compliance with the law,
to act according to the highest standards of integrity, and to ensure that the
reputation of the game is, and remains, high. This code applies to all those
involved in football associated with Milborne St.Andrew FC under the auspices of
The Football Association.
Community
Football, at all levels, is a vital part of a community.
Football will take into account community feeling when making decisions.
Equality
Football is opposed to discrimination of any form and will
promote measures to prevent it, in whatever form, from being expressed.
Participants
Football recognises the sense of ownership felt by those who
participate at all levels of the game. This includes those who play, those who
coach or help in any way, and those who officiate, as well as administrators and
supporters. Football is committed to appropriate consultation.
Football acknowledges the extent of its influence over young
people and pledges to set a positive example.
Propriety
Football acknowledges that public confidence demands the
highest standards of financial and administrative behaviour within the game, and
will not tolerate corruption or improper practices.
Trust and Respect
Football will uphold a relationship of trust and respect
between all involved in the game, whether they are individuals, clubs or other
organisations.
Violence
Football rejects the use of violence of any nature by anyone
involved in the game.
Fairness
Football is committed to fairness in its dealings with all
involved in the game.
Integrity and Fair Play
Football is committed to the principle of playing to win
consistent with Fair Play.
Code of Conduct
for Coaches
Coaches are key to the establishment of ethics in football.
Their concepts of ethics and attitude directly affect the behaviour of players
under their supervision. Our coaches are, therefore, expected to pay particular
care to the moral aspect of their conduct.
Coaches have to be aware that almost all of their choices of
actions have implications in their position as ‘role models’ for players.
It is natural that winning constitutes a basic concern for
coaches. This code is not intended to conflict with that. However, the code
calls for coaches to disassociate themselves from a “win-at-all-costs” attitude.
Increased responsibility is requested from coaches involved
in coaching young people. The health, safety, welfare and moral education of
young people are a first priority, before the achievement or the reputation of
the club, school, coach or parent.
Set out below is our Code of Conduct (which reflects the
standards expressed by the National Coaching Foundation and the National
Association of Sports Coaches) which forms the benchmark for all involved in
coaching at Milborne St.Andrew FC:
1.
Coaches must respect the
rights, dignity and worth of each and every person and treat each equally within
the context of the sport.
2.
Coaches must place the
well-being and safety of each player above all other considerations, including
the development of performance.
3.
Coaches must adhere to all
guidelines laid down by governing bodies.
4.
Coaches must develop an
appropriate working relationship with each player based on mutual trust and
respect.
5.
Coaches must not exert
undue influence to obtain personal benefit or reward.
6.
Coaches must encourage and
guide players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance.
7.
Coaches must ensure that
the activities they direct or advocate are appropriate for the age, maturity,
experience and ability of players.
8.
Coaches should, at the
outset, clarify with the players (and, where appropriate, parent) exactly what
is expected of them and also what they are entitled to expect from their coach.
9.
Coaches must co-operate
fully with other specialists (e.g. other coaches, officials, sports scientists,
doctors, physiotherapists) in the best interests of the player.
10.
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.
11.
Coaches must consistently
display high standards of behaviour and appearance.
12.
Coaches must not use or
tolerate inappropriate language.
Code of
Conduct for Players
1.
Make every effort to
develop their own sporting abilities, in terms of skill, technique, tactics and
stamina.
2.
Give maximum effort and
strive for the best possible performance during a game, even if his 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 for the
best interests of the game
6.
Not use inappropriate
language.
1.
Make every effort
consistent with Fair Play and the Laws of the Game to help his own team win.
2.
Resist any influence which
might, or might be seen to, bring into question his commitment to the team
winning.
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.
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.
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
Match Officials.
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.
1.
Show due respect to the
interests of supporters.
Code of Conduct
for Parents / Spectators
Our Code of conduct for Parents /
Spectators reflects that they have a great influence on children’s enjoyment and
success in football. All children play football because they first and foremost
love the game -
it’s fun!
It is important to remember that however good a child becomes
at football within the club it is important to reinforce the message to parents
/ spectators that positive encouragement will contribute to:
1.
Children enjoying football.
2.
A sense of personal
achievement.
3.
Self-esteem.
4.
Improving the child’s
skills and techniques.
A parent’s / spectator’s expectations and attitudes have a
significant bearing on a child’s attitude towards:
1.
Other players.
2.
Officials.
3.
Managers.
4.
Spectators.
Parents / spectators should always be positive and
encouraging towards all of the children not just their own.
Encourage parents / spectators to:
1.
Applaud the opposition as
well as your own team.
2.
Avoid coaching the child
during the game.
3.
Not to shout and scream.
4.
Respect the referee’s
decision.
5.
Give attention to each of
the children involved in football not just the most talented.
6.
Give encouragement to
everyone to participate in football.
Parents / spectators within the club agree and adhere to the
club’s Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy.