PARENTS CODE OF CONDUCT CHARTER
Parents/Spectators can have a great influence on children’s enjoyment and success in football. All children play football because they love the game and its fun!
It is important to remember that whatever level of skill a child exhibits, positive encouragement will further contribute to:
The children’s enjoyment of the game
Their sense of personal achievement
Each individual’s self esteem
A continued improvement in the child’s skills and techniques
Parents/Spectators expectations and attitudes have a significant bearing on a child’s attitude towards:
Other Players
Officials
Managers
Spectators
Please ensure that as Parents/Spectators you:
Are always positive and encouraging towards all of the children, not just your own
Applaud the opposition as well as your own team
Avoid coaching your child during the game
Refrain from shouting and screaming and do not use inappropriate language
Respect the Referees decision and never enter into an argument with any official on the touchline or the field of play!
Give attention to each of the children involved in football not just the most talented
Give encouragement to everyone to participate in football
Ensure your child is appropriately equipped for the conditions or the event
Deliver and collect your child promptly or notify the Coaches if you have a problem
Discuss these codes of conduct and explain the importance and relevance of them to your child