Code of Conduct: Young Players

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Code of Conduct: Young Players

It is important everyone behaves themselves when playing football.

As a player, you have a big part to play. That's why The FA is asking every player to follow a Respect Code of Conduct.

When playing football, I will:

Always do my best, even if we're losing or the other team is stronger
Play fairly - I won't cheat, complain or waste time
Never be rude to my team-mates, the other team, the referee, spectators or my coach/team manager
Do what the referee tells me
Shake hands with the other team and referee at the end of the game
Listen to my coach/team manager and respect what he/she says
Talk to someone I trust, for example my parents or the club welfare officer if I'm unhappy about anything at my club.

I understand that if I do not follow the code, action may be taken.

TheFA.com/Respect

Code of Conduct: Coaches

We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game.

In The FA's survey of over 37,000 grassroots participants, behaviour was the biggest concern in the game. This included both the abuse of match officials and the unacceptable behaviour by over competitive parents, spectators and coaches on the sidelines.

The FA's Respect programme is aimed at tackling unacceptable behaviour across the whole game.

Play your part and observe The FA's Respect Code of Conduct for coaches, team managers and club officials at all times.

I will:

Show respect to others involved in the game including match officials, opposition players, coaches, managers, officials and spectators
Adhere to the Laws of the Game
Display and promote high standards of behaviour
Always respect the match officials' decisions
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 the parents/carers of all players under the age of 18 understand these expectations
Refrain from, and refuse to 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, experience, 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 breaches of the code may result in action being taken by my County FA and /or The FA.

TheFA.com/Respect

Code of Conduct: Match Officials

We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game.

The behaviour of the match officials has an impact, directly and indirectly, on the conduct of everyone involved in the game - both on the pitch and on the sidelines.

Play your part and observe The FA's Respect Code of Conduct for Match Officials at all time.

When officiating I will:

Be honest and completely impartial at all times, irrespective of the teams, players or team officials involved in the match
Apply the Laws of the Game and competition rules fairly and consistently
Manage the game in a positive, calm and confident manner
Deal with all instances of violence, aggression, unsporting behaviour, foul play and other misconduct
Not tolerate offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour from players and officials
Support my match official colleagues at all times
Set a positive personal example by promoting good behaviour and showing respect to everyone involved in the game
Communicate with the players and encourage fair play
Respond in a clear, calm and confident manner to any appropriate request for clarification by the team captains
Prepare physically and mentally for every match
Complete and submit, accurate and concise reports within the time limit required for games which I officiate

I understand that breaches of the code may result in action being taken by my County FA and /or The FA.

TheFA.com/Respect

Code of Conduct: Spectators

We all 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 your part and observe The FA's Respect Code of Conduct for spectators and parents/carers at all times.

I will:

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

I understand that breaches of the code may result in action being taken by my County FA and /or The FA.

TheFA.com/Respect

Code of Conduct: Eccleston Amber Under 8 Football Team

Community:

Eccleston Amber Under 8 will take into account the feelings of the community when making decisions.

Equality:

Eccleston Amber Under 8 is opposed to discrimination of any form and will promote measures to prevent it, in whatever form, from being expressed.

Participation:

Eccleston Amber Under 8 is committed to a constitution that will allow appropriate consultation at all levels of the game.

Young People:

Eccleston Amber Under 8 acknowledges the extent of its influence over young people and pledges to set a positive example.

Propriety:

Eccleston Amber Under 8 acknowledges that public confidence demands the highest standards of financial and administrative behavior. Corruption or improper practices will NOT betolerated.

Trust and Respect:

Eccleston Amber Under 8 is committed to uphold a relationship of mutual trust and respect with all those involved in football.

Violence:

Eccleston Amber Under 8 deplores the use of violence in the game at all levels.

Fairness:

Eccleston Amber Under 8 is committed to fairness with all involved in the game.

Integrity:

Eccleston Amber Under 8 is committed to the principle of playing to win (except in early junior years) consistent with fair play.

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Codes of Conduct

Code of Conduct: Young Players

Code of Conduct: Coaches

Code of Conduct: Match Officials

Code of Conduct: Spectators

Code of Conduct: Eccleston Amber Under 8 Football Team

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