Code of Conduct for Parents & Supporters

The Attitude and expectations of Parents & Supporters will have a massive influence on a young persons development, enjoyment and success in football, the young persons attitude towards other players, Officials, Managers and Supporters.

Parents & Supporters are expected to comply with the following code of conduct :

Parents & Supporters should have a positive attitude and provide encouragement that will contribute to :

The team enjoying the game,

The team or a players sense of achievement,

Improvement in the team or a players self esteem, skills, or technique. 

It is expected that all parents / supporters of the team will :

Always be positve and encouraging towards all the players in the team not just the most talented or your own son.

Applaud the opposition as well as our own team and encourage our team to shake hands with them at the end of every match.

Not Coach the team or players during the game as they will need to listen to the Team Coach.

Refrain from foul, abusive or threatening behaviour / language at all times.

Respect the referee's decision at all times.

Challenge racial, discriminatory or intimidatory bahaviour shown by any player, parent or supporter.

We would also like our parents & supporters to observe  the objectives of the 'Don’t Cross The Line Campaign.'

Don’t X The Line seeks within junior and youth football:

• To eradicate aggressive and abusive behaviour from players and spectators
• To promote zero tolerance of defamatory comments or language, be it racial or discriminatory, towards referees, officials, fellow players and other supporters
• To promote an environment for sportsmanship and fair play in grass roots football;
• To provide education to adults and young people on the importance of respect and tolerance in football; and To encourage safe participation for players and spectators in community football activities

More details about this can be found online at www.dontxthelinecampaign.com

Aggression and Abusive behaviour towards Referee's is resulting in a shortage of people willing to volunteer.

The FA with the help of actor Ray Winstone has launched the RESPECT campaign.

please click the link below to see details

http://www.thefa.com/Respect/