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(B) PARENTS CODE OF CONDUCT |
1. Parents must appreciate their children’s involvement in playing football should be primarily for his / her own personal enjoyment.
2. Parents must let the children play, and let the Coaches / Managers pick the team let the Coaches / Managers give instructions.
3. Parents must make sure Players have the appropriate clothing and equipment. (REFER TO SECTION D).
4. Parents must make sure Players arrive (at least) ten minutes before training.
5. Parents must inform the Coach or Manager well in advance if their Child is going to be absent or late.
6. Parents must respect the rights, dignity and worth of each and every person and treat equally within the context of the sport. Praise positive aspects of play and avoid becoming frustrated or ridiculing young players by focusing on their failings.
7. Parents must place the well being and safety of each player above all other considerations, including the development of performance.
8. Parents must accept the decision of the Match Official without protest.
9. Parents must adhere to all guidelines laid down by The Freeflow Football Academy and the rules of the Football Association (F.A.).
10. Parents must be polite and show respect at all times towards all Freeflow Academy Players, Opponents, Coaches, Managers, Referees, Officials and Supporters.
11. Parents must not exert undue influence to obtain personal benefit or reward.
12. Parents must encourage and guide players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance.
13. Parents should at the out set and where appropriate seek clarification with the Coach and players, exactly what is expected of them and also what they are entitled to expect from the Coach and the player.
14. Parents must co-operate fully with specialists (e.g. other Coaches, Officials, Sports Scientists, Doctors and Physiotherapists) in their own interest.
15. Parents must always adhere to the positive aspects of the sports (e.g. fair play) and never condone violations of the laws of the game, behaviour contrary to the spirit of the laws of the game or relevant rules and regulations or the use of prohibited substances or techniques.
16. Parents must consistently display high standards of behaviour (Set an example for the youngsters to follow).
17. Parents must emphasise the importance of striving to win, not winning itself. Praise effort and performance more than results.
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