PARENTS/GUARDIANS AND SPECTATORS
As a parent/guardian/spectator of a child participating in a AMSC program you must understand that first and foremost the child participates in this sport to have fun.
All parents/guardians/spectators will be expected to their individual best to bring a sense of civility and sportsmanship to their child’s games. In doing so; always be positive and encouraging towards all of the players—not just their own—and will encourage parents/ guardians/spectators to:
- Applaud the opposition as well as their own team.
- Avoid coaching the child during the game.
- Not shout and scream.
- Respect the referee’s decisions.
- Give attention to each of the children involved in soccer not just the most talented.
- Give encouragement to everyone to participate in soccer.
Parents/guardians/spectators:
- Always keep in mind that the coaches & the administrators of this program volunteer their time to help your child.
- Always demonstrate to your child, his/her teammates through your words & actions that winning does not equate to success in youth sports.
- Always conduct myself in accordance with the true spirit of “Good Sportsmanship.”
- Will not argue with, publicly question, heckle, harass, antagonize, and disrespect Referees, Coaches/Assistants, players or PSC Conveners during practice, game, and league function or at any other time.
- Always display sportsmanship towards all players, coaches, referees & other officials during any practice, game or other league function.
- Will not use abusive or profane language at any practice, game or other league function.
- Will not incite or participate in any unsportsmanlike conduct at any practice, game or other league function, including verbal abuse, physical assault or intimidation of any kind, including hitting, slapping, pushing, spitting, kicking or striking in any way with any part of the body.
- Will accept all decisions & calls of the referee & game officials as being fair & made to the best of their ability.
- Understand that failure to comply with any part of this Code of Conduct may result in any combination of verbal or written warnings, removal of parent/guardian/spectator from the game or practice, or removal of parent/guardian/spectator for the season.
COACHES CODE OF CONDUCT
I WILL:
- Remember that we are all here for the “Good of the Game”, and that we participate in the “Spirit of Fair Play”.
- Continually communicate with parents to advance the sport.
- Treat all players, parents, opponents and referees with respect and courtesy at all times.
- Teach each player, by personal example to be humble in victory and courteous in defeat.
- Learn the Laws of the Game of soccer, respect and abide by them.
- Teach the Laws of the Game and sportsmanship to my players.
- Respect the game officials at all times, and require the same of my players.
- Remain calm and not make loud or offensive remarks.
- Teach and practice good sportsmanship and fair play.
- Ensure that I and all players control emotions and avoid actions, language, or gestures that may be interpreted as hostile or humiliating.
- Ensure that fans are taught sportsmanship and to control their behavior before, during and after games.
- Assist the game officials in maintaining control of spectators during the games.
- Attend coaching clinics and learn the most effective ways to conduct practices.
- Teach players the skills necessary to develop in the sport.
- During the games, leave the decisions to the players.
- Observe the game, analyze and teach to reduce mistakes or enhance skills.
- Promote the concept that soccer is a game, and that players and coaches on other teams are opponents, and not enemies.
- Provide an environment for my team that is free of drugs, tobacco, and alcohol.
- Review and practice first aid principals to administer the injuries of my players.
- Ensure my assistant coaches, players, and I will be properly registered participants.
- Play the game and encourage parents to play and to referee.
GAME OFFICIALS CODE OF CONDUCT
Referees, linesmen and timekeepers are an integral part of the game of soccer. They have an important role to play to ensure that play is safe, fair and enjoyable. Play is still conducted “in the spirit of the game”.
The onus on officials is to be fair to both teams in the enforcement of the rules. Officials must treat the players, coaches, and other game officials such as conveners and spectators with respect, and in return, should be treated with respect before, during and after games. Officials must handle games and players in a manner that promotes fair play and good sportsmanship.
Officials should not tolerate harassment from spectators, parents, players or coaches. They have the full support of the Twin Rivers Soccer League. Those who are responsible for subjecting officials to harassment may be removed from the area and subject to further disciplinary measures as determined by the Twin Rivers Disciplinary Committee.
Specifically, Referees shall:
- Conduct themselves with dignity both on and off the field of play and shall, by example, endeavor to inspire the true principles of fair play and earn the respect of those whom they serve;
- Not cause the club to become involved in any controversial matters and shall abide by the rules and regulations of the jurisdiction in which they officiate;
- Adhere to all standards and directives;
- Always be neat in appearance and maintain a high level of physical and mental fitness;
- Study the Laws of the game and be aware of all changes, and shall enforce all said Laws and changes;
- Perform their designated responsibilities, including attending organized clinics and lectures, etc., and shall assist their colleagues in upgrading and improving their standards of officiating, instructing and assessing;
- Honour any appointments made for and accepted by them unless unable to do so by virtue of illness or personal emergency;
- Not publicly criticize other referees or any soccer association nor shall they make any statements to the media related to any game in which they were involved;
- Be subject to disciplinary action for not complying with this Code of Conduct.
- Keep soccer Safe, Fair and Fun (in that order).
PLAYERS CODE OF CONDUCT
A player should always:
- Make every effort to develop and improve their own sporting ability, skills, technique, tactics and stamina.
- Give maximum effort and strive for the best possible performance during a game, even if the team is in a position where the desired result has already been achieved.
- Set a positive example for others, particularly young players and supporters.
- Avoid all forms of gamesmanship and time-wasting.
- Not use inappropriate language or hurtful and damaging language towards other players or teams.
- Never be involved in any circumstances that are offensive, harassing or suggest sexual connotations and adhere to the PSC Harassment and Abuse Policy.
Obligations towards the Team
- Make every effort consistent with Fair Play and the Laws of the Game to help the team win.
- Resist any influence that might, or might be seen to bring into question the commitment to the team winning.
Respect for the Laws of the Game and Competition Rules
- Know and abide by the Laws, rules and spirit of the game, and the competition rules.
- Accept success and failure, victory and defeat, equally.
- Resist any temptation to take banned substances or use banned techniques.
Respect towards Opponents
- Treat opponents with due respect at all times, irrespective of the result of the game.
- Safeguard the physical fitness of opponents, avoid violence and rough play and help injured opponents.
Respect towards the Referees
- Accept the decision of the Referee without protest.
- Avoid words or actions that may mislead a Referee.
- Show due respect towards Referee.
Respect towards Team Officials
- Abide by the instructions of their Coach and Team Officials, provided they do not contradict the spirit of this Code.
- Show due respect towards the Team Officials of the opposition.
Obligations towards the Supporters/Spectators
- Show due respect to the interests of supporters and Spectators.