FA RESPECT CODE OF CONDUCT

Feering Falcons Youth Football Club is committed to The FA's Respect programme. We expect everyone involved with the club -players, parents, coaches and officials -to follow these codes of conduct.

Young Players

When playing football, I will:

• Always play to the best of my ability and for the benefit of my team
• Play fairly -I won't cheat, dive, complain or waste time
• Respect my team-mates, the other team, the referee or my coach/manager
• Play by the rules, as directed by the referee
• Be gracious in victory and defeat -I will shake hands with the other team and referee at the end of the game
• Listen and respond to what my coach/team manager tells me
• Understand that a coach has to do what is best for the team and not one individual player
• Talk to someone I trust or the club welfare officer if I'm unhappy about anything at my club

Spectators & Parents

When watching football, I will:

• Remember that children play for fun and learning -winning isn't everything
• Let the coaches do their job and not confuse players by calling out instructions
• Encourage and applaud effort, not just results
• Respect the referee's decisions -they are human and doing their best
• Never use abusive language or engage in intimidating behaviour
• Never criticise a child for making a mistake -mistakes are part of learning
• Applaud good play from both teams
• Show respect to our club volunteers -they give up their time to provide football for your child

Coaches & Team Managers

When coaching football, I will:

• Place the well-being, safety and enjoyment of each player above everything, including winning
• Never engage in or tolerate bullying or inappropriate behaviour
• Encourage each player to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance
• Ensure all activities are appropriate for the players' age, ability and experience
• Respect and co-operate with match officials and opposing coaches
• Be positive during the game and help players enjoy the experience
• Not use inappropriate language or tolerate it from players or parents
• Promote fair play and respect among all players

Match Officials

When officiating, I will:

• Be consistent, objective and courteous when making decisions
• Communicate any decisions clearly and in a manner that helps understanding
• Take time to explain decisions to young players when appropriate
• Not tolerate unsporting behaviour and deal with it firmly but fairly
• Set a positive example by my own behaviour

Based on The FA's Respect Code of Conduct. For more information visit The Grassroots Code on England Football.