Coaches Code of Behavior

• Be reasonable in your demands on young players' time, energy and enthusiasm.
  
  
• Teach your players that rules of the sport are by mutual agreement, which should not be broken.
  
  
• Avoid over-playing the talented players.  Other players need and deserve equal time, and is our club's mantra.
  
  
• Remember that our children participate for fun and enjoyment and that winning in ages Under 6 to 13 is not the primary goal.  Learning soccer and skills is the primary goal.
  
  
• Never shout or ridicule the children for making mistakes or losing a game.
  
  
• Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are age appropriate to the child's ability.
  
  
• Take into consideration the maturity level of the children, when scheduling and determining the length of practice times and competition.
  
  
• Develop team respect for the ability of opponents as well as for the judgement of officials and opposing coaches.
  
  
• Follow the advice of a physician when determining when an injured player is ready to recommence training or competition.
  
  
• Make a personal commitment to keep yourself informed of sound coaching principles and the principles of growth and development of children.
  
  
• Avoid use of derogatory language based on gender.
  
  
• Enjoy the game, enjoy yourself and have fun teaching the children.

Club Official Code of Behavior

• Ensure that equal opportunities for participation in sports are made available to all regardless of ability, size, shape, sex, age, disability or ethnic origin.
  
  
• Ensure that equipment and facilities are safe and appropriate.
  
  
• Ensure that adequate supervision is provided by qualified and competent coaches and officials, capable of developing appropriate sports behavior and skill technique.
  
  
• Ensure that parents, coaches, sponsors, administrators, officials, physicians and participants understand their responsibilities regarding fair play.
  
  
• Make a personal commitment to keep yourself informed of sound officiating principles.
  
  
• Ensure that your behavior is consistent with the principles of good sporting behavior - actions speak louder than words.
  
  
• Condemn unsporting behavior and promote respect for all opponents.
  
  
• Compliment all participants on their efforts.
  
  
• Distribute a code of behavior sheet to spectators, officials, parents, coaches, players and the media.
  
  
• Avoid use of derogatory language based on gender.