1. Junior Players Code Of Conduct
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Abide by the rules of the game and rules set down by your coach, club and league.
Never argue with an official or referee. If you disagree, have your captain, coach or manager approach the official during a break or after the competition.
Control your temper. Verbal or physical abuse of officials, referees, spectators or other players, deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent is not acceptable or permitted.
Work equally hard for yourself and your team. Your teams performance will benefit so will you.
Be a good sport. Applaud all good players whether they are on your team, opponent or the other team. Be proud to walk off the ground after each game knowing that you have given your best effort and never involve yourself in an argument with opposing players, referees or officials. You should use your energy to encourage your teammates not to sledge your opposition.
Treat all players, as you would like to be treated. Do not interfere with, bully or take unfair advantage of another player. Your involvement to play is for fun and enjoyment and that winning is only part of it.
Co-operate with your coach and teammates, and respect the ability of your opponent. Without them there would be no game.
Play for the ' fun of it ' and not just to please parents and coaches.
Avoid use of derogatory language based on gender, race or religion.
Smoking and / or consuming alcohol is totally forbidden by Juniors whilst involved in Any Junior Soccer competition.
Never argue with an official or referee. If you disagree, have your captain, coach or manager approach the official during a break or after the competition.
Control your temper. Verbal or physical abuse of officials, referees, spectators or other players, deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent is not acceptable or permitted.
Work equally hard for yourself and your team. Your teams performance will benefit so will you.
Be a good sport. Applaud all good players whether they are on your team, opponent or the other team. Be proud to walk off the ground after each game knowing that you have given your best effort and never involve yourself in an argument with opposing players, referees or officials. You should use your energy to encourage your teammates not to sledge your opposition.
Treat all players, as you would like to be treated. Do not interfere with, bully or take unfair advantage of another player. Your involvement to play is for fun and enjoyment and that winning is only part of it.
Co-operate with your coach and teammates, and respect the ability of your opponent. Without them there would be no game.
Play for the ' fun of it ' and not just to please parents and coaches.
Avoid use of derogatory language based on gender, race or religion.
Smoking and / or consuming alcohol is totally forbidden by Juniors whilst involved in Any Junior Soccer competition.
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2. Parent And Spectators of Junior Soccer Code Of Conduct Behaviour
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Encourage children to participate if they are interested. However, if a child is not willing, do not force them.
Focus upon the child's effort and performance rather than the overall outcome of the event. This assists the child in setting realistic goals related to their ability by reducing the emphasis on winning.
Teach your child that honest effort is an important as victory so that the result of each game is accepted without undue disappointment.
Encourage your child always to play by the rules.
Never ridicule or yell at your child for making a mistake or losing the competition, encourage and reward good efforts instead.
Remember you child should be involved in Soccer for their enjoyment, not yours.
Remember your child learns best by examples. Applaud good play by both your team and by members of the opposing team.
If you disagree with an official or referee raise the issue through the appropriate channels rather than questioning the official's judgment and honesty in public. Remember, most officials give their time and effort for your child's involvement.
Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from Junior sporting activities.
Recognise the value and importance of volunteer coaches. They give of their time and resources to provide recreational activities for child and deserve your support.
Support your club officials in maintaining the highest standard of behavior both on and off the field for the betterment of the league and your family. Offer your assistance to the team that your child is playing in so that every opportunity is being provided for the very best supervision and support. Your involvement will give both yourself and your child far more satisfaction.
Avoid use of derogatory language based on gender, race or religion
It is a local law of the Cities of Brimbank, Wyndham, Maribyrnong, Hobsons Bay that NO alcohol consumption on or at a Public Reserve, as all Junior Matches played within the above municipal districts' Public Reserves and or School or Private land there shall be no consumption of alcohol at Junior matches except in licensed club rooms.
Smoking whilst actively engaged in or in close proximity to junior activities is not allowed.
Focus upon the child's effort and performance rather than the overall outcome of the event. This assists the child in setting realistic goals related to their ability by reducing the emphasis on winning.
Teach your child that honest effort is an important as victory so that the result of each game is accepted without undue disappointment.
Encourage your child always to play by the rules.
Never ridicule or yell at your child for making a mistake or losing the competition, encourage and reward good efforts instead.
Remember you child should be involved in Soccer for their enjoyment, not yours.
Remember your child learns best by examples. Applaud good play by both your team and by members of the opposing team.
If you disagree with an official or referee raise the issue through the appropriate channels rather than questioning the official's judgment and honesty in public. Remember, most officials give their time and effort for your child's involvement.
Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from Junior sporting activities.
Recognise the value and importance of volunteer coaches. They give of their time and resources to provide recreational activities for child and deserve your support.
Support your club officials in maintaining the highest standard of behavior both on and off the field for the betterment of the league and your family. Offer your assistance to the team that your child is playing in so that every opportunity is being provided for the very best supervision and support. Your involvement will give both yourself and your child far more satisfaction.
Avoid use of derogatory language based on gender, race or religion
It is a local law of the Cities of Brimbank, Wyndham, Maribyrnong, Hobsons Bay that NO alcohol consumption on or at a Public Reserve, as all Junior Matches played within the above municipal districts' Public Reserves and or School or Private land there shall be no consumption of alcohol at Junior matches except in licensed club rooms.
Smoking whilst actively engaged in or in close proximity to junior activities is not allowed.
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3. Coaches’ Code of Behaviour
Remember that children participate for the fun of it and that winning is
not everything
Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or being in a losing team
Be reasonable in your demands on younger players time, energy and enthusiasm
Teach your players to abide by the rules and laws of the games
Whenever possible, change the group of players to ensure everyone has a reasonable chance of success
Avoid overplaying the talented players as all players deserve equal time on the playing field
Ensure that equipment and facilities meet a reasonable safety standard and is appropriate to the age and ability of the players
Modify your approach to suit the skill levels and needs of players
Develop and enhance respect between players, opposition coaches and the decisions of the match official
Follow the advice of a physician when determining the extent of a player’s injury and beyond that, when players are returning from injury to training and match play
Keep up to date with the latest coaching practices (refer to Coach Accreditation Criteria) and the principles of growth and development in children
Take time out to teach players (& others) the Laws of the Game, hence raising their awareness
Remind all players to play within the spirit of the game at all times
Ensure players are good sports and ensure each team member shakes the hand of their opponents at the conclusion of every match
Do not smoke or consume alcohol from the team bench (Technical Area) or sideline
Remember the actions of yourself and your team is reflective of the perception others take away with them
not everything
Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or being in a losing team
Be reasonable in your demands on younger players time, energy and enthusiasm
Teach your players to abide by the rules and laws of the games
Whenever possible, change the group of players to ensure everyone has a reasonable chance of success
Avoid overplaying the talented players as all players deserve equal time on the playing field
Ensure that equipment and facilities meet a reasonable safety standard and is appropriate to the age and ability of the players
Modify your approach to suit the skill levels and needs of players
Develop and enhance respect between players, opposition coaches and the decisions of the match official
Follow the advice of a physician when determining the extent of a player’s injury and beyond that, when players are returning from injury to training and match play
Keep up to date with the latest coaching practices (refer to Coach Accreditation Criteria) and the principles of growth and development in children
Take time out to teach players (& others) the Laws of the Game, hence raising their awareness
Remind all players to play within the spirit of the game at all times
Ensure players are good sports and ensure each team member shakes the hand of their opponents at the conclusion of every match
Do not smoke or consume alcohol from the team bench (Technical Area) or sideline
Remember the actions of yourself and your team is reflective of the perception others take away with them
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4. Administrators’ Code of Behaviour
Involve young people in the planning, leadership, evaluation and decision making process in the Club network
Give all children equal opportunities to participate
Ensure the rules, equipment, length of games and training principles suit the age, ability and maturity level of participants
Provide quality supervision and instruction for junior players
Remember that children will only continue with football, provided they enjoy their experience, so do not over-emphasise awards
Help coaches and officials highlight appropriate behaviour and skill development, and assist in raising the standards of coaching and officiating
Ensure everyone involved in football emphasises fair play, and not winning at all costs
Be tolerant and calm under pressure and approach problem solving in a supportive manner as members and players will expect you to set an example for others
Support the implementation of the National Junior Sport Policy
Make every effort to educate persons who breach these guidelines from time to time
Give all children equal opportunities to participate
Ensure the rules, equipment, length of games and training principles suit the age, ability and maturity level of participants
Provide quality supervision and instruction for junior players
Remember that children will only continue with football, provided they enjoy their experience, so do not over-emphasise awards
Help coaches and officials highlight appropriate behaviour and skill development, and assist in raising the standards of coaching and officiating
Ensure everyone involved in football emphasises fair play, and not winning at all costs
Be tolerant and calm under pressure and approach problem solving in a supportive manner as members and players will expect you to set an example for others
Support the implementation of the National Junior Sport Policy
Make every effort to educate persons who breach these guidelines from time to time
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