Barrhead Youth Football Club

Code of Conduct

CODE OF CONDUCT- PLAYERS

We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game. As a player, you have a big part to play. Fair Play and respect for all others in the game is essential. We are asking every player to follow a Code of Conduct to Honour Our Game
When playing football, I will:

Always work hard to learn and improve and play to the best of my ability
Play fairly with sportsmanship and respect to Honour Our Game
Respect my team-mates, opposition, officials and self
Play by the rules and always respect the referee
Value your opposition by playing hard and fair
Shake hands with the other team and referee at the end of the game
Lead by example both on and off the pitch
Listen and respond to what my coach tells me
Talk to someone I trust or the club welfare officer if I’m unhappy about anything at my club.

I understand that if I do not follow the Code of conduct, actions may be taken by my club, league or National Association.

CODE OF CONDUCT- COACHES AND CLUB OFFICIALS

We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game. As a coach you will be in a position of great responsibility in the development of the children you work with and you are a role model to your players and parents. We are asking every coach and club official to follow a code of conduct to Honour Our Game.
On and off the field, I will:

Show respect to others involved in the game including match officials, opposition players, coaches, officials and parents.
Understand and abide by the laws, rules and spirit of the game and any competition in which you participate
Promote Fair Play and high standards of behaviour to Honour Our Game
Work with the Officials and always show respect
Never engage in public criticism of the officials
Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour.
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/spectators of all players have agreed to Code of conduct
Always be honest with players, parents, guardians and officials
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
Always look for and encourage positive attributes, performance and effort

I understand that if I do not follow the Code of conduct, action may be taken by my club, league or National Association.

CODE OF CONDUCT- PARENTS & SPECTATORS

We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game. Parents have a great influence on children’s enjoyment and success in football. Children play football because they first and foremost love the game – it’s FUN. Remember children’s football is a time for them to develop and learn. We want them to win but not at all costs. Play your part by supporting your child and observe the Code of Conduct at all times.
I will:

Remember that children play for FUN
Applaud effort and good play
Always respect the match officials’ decisions
Remain outside the field of play or within the Designated Spectators’ Areas
Let the coach do their job and not confuse the players by telling them what to do
Encourage your child, and others, or be quiet. Praise effort and performance, not results
Encourage the players to respect the opposition, referee and officials
Avoid criticising a player for making a mistake – mistakes are part of learning
Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting, or abusive language or behaviour.
Parents must develop an appropriate supportive relationship with both the coach and their child based on mutual trust and respect
Support the coach’s decisions and discuss any concerns directly with the coach

I understand that if I do not follow the Code of conduct, action may be taken by the club, league or National Association.