Code of Conduct – Youth | 60 Years Playing the World Game

Remember that young people participate in football for their enjoyment and benefit, not yours.
Operate within the rules and spirit of football and encourage others to do the same.
Display control, respect and professionalism to others involved with football. This includes opponents, coaches, officials, administrators, parents and spectators.
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
Never ridicule or scold a player for making a mistake.
Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials, parents, players and others and sledging, distracting or provoking of players is not acceptable behaviour.
Avoid all violence
Adhere to Association and Club policies and regulations
Encourage all others to follow this code of conduct.
Never encroach onto the field of play unless instructed by an official

Aside from injury, each junior player should be on the field for at least half the game time. All players deserve equal playing and training time, regardless of their ability.
Be reasonable in your demands on players’ time, energy and enthusiasm.
Any physical contact with a young player should be appropriate to the situation and necessary for their development.
Ensure that the time players spend with you is a positive experience. All young players are deserving of equal attention and opportunities.
Show concern and caution toward sick and injured players.

Understand the rules and play by them. DO NOT CHEAT.
Do not question a referee’s decision. Ask the coach to get an explanation at half time or full time.
Do not abuse the referee.
Do not persistently appeal to the referee for decisions.
Do not complain about the referee’s performance.
Show respect to your coach and manager and officials.
Do not intentionally attempt to, or actually, violently foul an opposition player
Do not provoke, sledge or threaten an opposition player.
Do not retaliate if you feel you have been fouled or abused by an opposition player.
Do not use profane language towards, or about, the referee, or opposing players.
Players should never argue with referees. If you disagree with a decision, have your captain, coach or manager approach the official on your behalf.
Work for your team. Your team’s performance will benefit and so will you.
Be a good sport; applaud all good plays whether they are made by your team or the opposition.
Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please your parents and coaches.

Focus on your child’s efforts and performance rather than winning or losing, positive comments help motivate young players.
Applaud and encourage all players on the team
Remember that children learn best by example. Appreciate good performances and skilful plays by all participants.
Show appreciation for volunteer coaches, officials and administrators. Without them, your child could not participate in football.

Code of Conduct – Youth