Code of Conduct - Player
When playing football, I will:
Always do my best, even if we're losing or the other team is stronger
Play fairly and within the laws of the game - I won't cheat, complain or waste time
Never be rude to my team-mates, the other team, the referee, spectators or my coach/ team manager
Do what the referee tells me
Not use inappropriate language
Shake hands with the other team and referee at the end of the game
Listen to my coach/team manager and respect what he/she says
Talk to someone I trust, for example my parents or the club welfare officer if I'm unhappy about anything at my club.
Set a positive example for other players
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:
I may:
Be required to apologise to my team-mates, the other team, referee or team manager Receive a formal warning from the coach or the club committee
Be dropped or substituted
Be suspended from training
Be required to leave the club