Code of Conduct for Parents/Carers/Guardians and Spectators
I will:
Remember that children play for FUN
Applaud effort and good play as well as Success from BOTH teams
Always respect the match officials’ decisions
Remain outside the field of play and within the Designated Spectators’ Area (where provided)
Let the coach do their job and not confuse the players by telling them what to do Encourage the players to respect the opposition, referee and match officials
Avoid criticising a player for making a mistake – mistakes are part of learning Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting, or abusive language or behaviour.
I understand that if I do not follow the Code, any/all of the following actions may be taken by my club, County FA or The FA:
Issued with a verbal warning from the club
Required to meet with the club or County FA Welfare Officer Required to meet with the club committee
Obliged to undertake an FA education course
Obliged to leave the match venue by the club/match official
Requested by the club not to attend future games
Suspended or have my club membership removed
Required to leave the club along with any dependents