CODE OF CONDUCT:

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As a community club, we pride ourselves on the following values:

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- TRUST

- LEARNING

- RESPECT

- TEAMWORK

- FUN

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This Code of Conduct has been written in conjunction with Football Association guidance and further represents the values of our club. 

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TRUST:

Trust is the belief that someone is good, honest and will not harm you; something or someone that is safe and reliable. Trust is vital in all aspects of life and is an essential quality to have in sport.

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1.  Coaches, managers and committee members will make decisions throughout the season based on several factors which at times may not always be clear. It is important that these individuals receive your full trust at all times. If you require additional information, please contact them directly in private, away from any active training sessions, matches or events.

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2. Whilst we encourage all players to be creative and have confidence, it is also important to trust your teammates who may be in a better position, if it helps the whole team. All players are valuable and we should trust and encourage each other throughout the season to achieve our goals.

 

3. Inform your coach or manager if you have any injuries either prior to, during or at the end of training sessions or matches. Your coach or manager might have to create a plan for your injury.

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LEARNING:

Learning is the process of taking in information that when mixed with experience can changes what we know and build on what we can do. The club encourages all forms of learning for everyone involved in the game, including players, managers, coaches, committee members, parents and spectators.

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1. Players must make every effort to listen to their coaches and managers in all settings.

 

2. Understand that making mistakes is a critical part of everyone's learning and no one within or outside the club should be criticised or harassed for making mistakes. The club have ZERO tolerance on this.

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3. The club will always look to ensure that every player has the same level of learning - this includes learning the technical aspects of our game, as well as our values. In return, we ask that all players remain engaged and continue to want to learn throughout their time at the club.

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RESPECT:

Respect is accepting individuals for who they are, even when they're different from you or you don't agree with them. Value each other's feelings and remain kind, courteous and polite.

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1. Think before you speak and consider your language, tone and the individuals that are around you. Do not use abusive language and do not act disruptive or violent.

 

2. Always arrive on time and have the correct equipment to prevent delays or cause others to be negatively impacted by your actions. You must arrive 30 minutes before matches.

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3. Always respect the final decisions from the match officials. Please also remember that some of these match officials are under 18 and subject to safeguarding protocols. Match officials have the right to send off any player, coach, manager or spectator if they feel it is warranted.

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4. Players should shake hands with opposition and referees at the end of each game. 

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5. The club have ZERO tolerance to any form of disrespect, either to a player, coach, referee or spectator. The club has the right to remove players without a refund of season payments, if there has been poor behaviour. The club will review each case independently before making decisions.

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6. Please remember to remain inside the designated spectator areas.

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TEAMWORK:

Teamwork is when a group of people work together to successfully complete a task. Teamwork must be promoted by everyone within the club, for the club to be successful.

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1. Players should always train to the best of their abilities and help others in their development.

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2. Applaud effort and good play for ALL players and not just those you are personally linked too (for example, spectators should always to cheer on and encourage all players and not just their own).

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FUN:

Fun is the feeling of being amused or entertained. Fun in football is a fundamental value for everyone which can be achieved if we all follow the four club values above.

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1. Whilst sport is competitive, it must also remain fun. Parents / Guardians must allow their children to have fun first and remember that if their children are not enjoying themselves, should they continue?

 

2. HAVE FUN!!!​

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