Introduction

With the continual growth of Kewford Eagles Football Club, we are committed to self regulatory codes of conduct to promote integrity and responsible practice. The following codes of conduct are for parents, players, managers and coaches, and for the website itself.

Please take time to read and appreciate their contents. All are subject to alteration and amendment.

Code of Conduct - for parents towards children

Remember that children play organised sports for their own fun, not to entertain you

Never ridicule or scold a child for making a mistake Do not force an unwilling child to play Teach your child that honest effort is always important, as much

as victory Turn defeat to victory by helping your child to work towards skill

improvement and sportsmanship Remember children learn best by good example Encourage players to always play to the rules

Code of Conduct - for parents towards all

officials, managers & coaches.

Be on your best behaviour. Do not use abusive language or harass coaches or officials

Recognise the value and importance of volunteer coaches Show respect for team opponents, and applaud good play

by own team and opposition Condemn the use of violence in all forms, and fully support

all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse Respect officials decisions, and do not publicly question

the officials' judgement and honesty Abide by any rules and regulations concerning the pitches

and any facilities provided Listen and understand any instructions given by the

manager/coach, concerning drop off and pick up times for games/training, to ensure your childs safety

Code of Conduct - for parents towards the club

Ensure that players club subscriptions are paid in full. The Club annually reviews the amount to be paid

On leaving the club, parents must ensure that all equipment is returned and any monies outstanding paid in full

Any grievances should be brought to a member of the executive committee, whose decision is final

Code of Conduct - for players (1)

Play by the laws of the game, the rules of the FA, the rules of the league, and of any competition

Accept all decisions of the manager, the coach and of any match officials without question or protest

Accept success/failure/victory/defeat with good grace and without excessive displays of emotion

Do not unfairly criticise, disagree with, belittle or discredit any player of the club

Never use foul, offensive or abusive language including racist or sexist language, or insulting gestures

Abide by any rules and regulations as determined by their individual club

Code of Conduct - for players (2)

Be punctual for training and for matches in accordance with managers and coaches instructions

Inform the manager/coach if unable to train or attend matches. Failure to do so will be dealt with

Do not abuse or lose any equipment or facilities provided, e.g. nets, corner flags, dressing rooms, balls, etc.

Wear the clothing/equipment provided by the Club and/or Club sponsors to create the correct image

Code of Conduct - for managers and coaches (1)

Respect the rights, dignity and worth of each person, treating each equally in the context of sport

Place the well-being and safety of each player above all other considerations, including performance

Adhere to the guidelines laid down within the constitution and the rules of the FA

Develop an appropriate working relationship with each player based on trust and respect

Do not exert undue influence to obtain personal benefit or reward Encourage and guide players to accept responsibility for their own

behaviour and performance

Code of Conduct - for managers and coaches (2)

Ensure that the activities they direct are appropriate for the age, ability and experience of the players

Clarify at the outset with parents what is expected of them, and what they should expect from the coach

Ensure that players and parents of players new to the Club have proper induction into Club policy and code of conduct

Promote the Code of Conduct to players, parents and spectators alike

Never condone behaviour contrary to the spirit of the laws of the game

Consistently display high standards of behaviour, and be a role model for players, parents and spectators

Code of Conduct - relating to the website (1)

Do not use vulgar, discriminatory or inappropriate language Do not cause discomfort for other people using or reading the

website Be both discreet and factual with the content of your articles Give a balanced view of the game when entering a match report Provide positive comments to opponents and match officials

wherever possible

Code of Conduct - relating to the website (2)

Do not use the site as a forum for your own personal agenda Give priority to the interests of the team over individual interests Show respect to all players from all teams, the coaches and match

officials Never enter any personal details of any player onto any part of

the site Remember you are responsible and liable for the articles and

information you post onto the site

For Further Information……

Visit the Kewford Website www.kewfordeagles.co.uk

Here you will find out about Kewford Eagles Football Club, our Codes of Conduct and what we stand for.

Or, send an email to info@kewfordeagles.co.uk where a member of our team will personally answer any question you may have regarding the Club.

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