Code of Conduct

UNITED FC Players, Coaches, Parents and Spectators Codes of Conduct

United FC requires all managers, coaches, players, parents, spectators and administrators to review and abide by the organization's Codes of Conduct. These are written reminder outlining our mission of competitive soccer in a healthy, safe and fun environment - designed specifically for the children in our community. Many parents, fans and coaches actions, whether verbal or nonverbal - intentional or unintentional, can have a lasting emotional effect on our children and their development as soccer players and role models. At United FC we encourage everyone involved to make positive decisions built on our Code of Conduct as a foundation.

Jesse, Steve, Greg and Jeff

Code of Conduct for Coaches

Coaches are responsible for the conduct of their players and the spectators on their side of the field, specifically as it relates to the referee, coaches, players and spectators on the other team. Verbal and/or physical abuse will not be tolerated.

All persons coaching a team or teams within the United FC Soccer Association must adhere to the following Code of Conduct. As a coach in the United FC Soccer Association, I agree to:

• Remember that players participate for pleasure and winning is only part of the fun.
• Never ridicule or yell at players for making a mistake or not winning.
• Be reasonable in my demands on player's time, energy and enthusiasm.
• Operate within the rules and spirit of the game and teach my players to do the same.
• Ensure that the time players spend with me is a positive experience. All players are deserving of equal attention and opportunities.
• Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age, maturity and ability of all players.
• Display control, respect and professionalism to all involved with soccer. This includes, but is not limited to, opponents, coaches, officials, administrators, the media, parents and spectators. I will encourage my players to do the same.
• Show concern and caution toward sick and injured players. Follow the advice of a physician when determining whether an injured player is ready to practice or play.
• Keep up to date with the latest coaching practices and the principles of growth and development of young players.
• Understand that any physical conduct with a player should be appropriate to soccer situations and necessary for the player's development.
• Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
• Believe that my role as a coach is to contribute to the overall success, physical, and athletic growth of the player through participation in soccer.
• Endeavor to be a good instructor and a positive role model for my players.
• Remember my behavior brings credit to myself, the United FC organization and the sport of soccer.
• Understand that my attitude can influence the players, coaches and spectators
• Demand a sports environment for the children that is free from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and I will refrain from their use at all United FC Soccer events.

For Spectators

Parents and players are responsible for the conduct of their guests. All spectators at practices or games for United FC must adhere to the following Code of Conduct.

As a spectator of the United FC Soccer Association, I agree to:

• that young people participate for their enjoyment and benefit, not yours.
• Applaud good performance and efforts from all individuals and teams. Congratulate all participants on their performance regardless of the game's outcome.
• Respect the decisions of officials and teach players to do the same.
• Never ridicule or scold a player for making a mistake. Positive comments are motivational.
• Condemn the use of violence in any form, whether it is by spectators, coaches, officials or players.
• Show respect for your team's opponents. Without them there would be no game.
• Encourage players to follow the rules and the decisions of officials.
• Not use foul language or harass players, coaches or officials.
• Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
• Believe that referees, just as coaches and players, are attempting to do their best.
• Understand that my attitude can influence the players, coaches and spectators.
• Demand a sports environment for the children that is free from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and I will refrain from their use at all United FC Soccer events.

For Players

As a player of the United FC Soccer Association, I agree to:

• Play by the rules.
• Never argue with a referee or assistant referee. If I disagree I will speak with my coach.
• Control my temper and maintain control over my emotions. I will avoid bad/negative comments and/or gestures, and I know that purposely distracting or annoying an opponent is not allowed behavior in soccer.
• Work equally hard for myself and my team. My team's performance will benefit, so will I.
• Be a good sport; applaud all good plays whether they are made by my team or the opposition.
• Treat all participants in soccer as I like to be treated. I will not bully or take unfair advantage of another competitor.
• Cooperate with your coach, teammates and opponents. Without them there would be no game.
• Participate for my own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents and coaches.
• Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of the their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
• Believe that referees, just as coaches and players, are attempting to do their best.
• Understand that my attitude can influence the players, coaches and spectators.
• Remember that practices are just as important as games and my attendance helps my team. I will notify my coach if I must miss a practice or a game.
• Play for the fun of soccer!

For Parents

As a parent of a player in the United FC Soccer Association, I agree to:

• Be my child's best fan! Support my child unconditionally and make him/her feel like a winner every time!
• Remember that children participate in sport for their enjoyment, not mine.
• Encourage children to participate, do not force them.
• Focus on the child's efforts and performance rather than winning or losing.
• Encourage children always to play according to the rules and to settle disagreements without resorting to hostility or violence.
• Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a game.
• Remember that children learn best by example. Appreciate good performances and skillful plays by all participants.
• Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from all soccer activities.
• Respect the decisions of officials and teach children to do likewise.
• Learn the rules of the game and the policies of the organization and the United FC Fields.
• Show appreciation for volunteer coaches, officials and administrators. Without them, your child could not participate.
• Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
• Be kind to my child's coach, other volunteers including board members and concession workers and to the officials. The coach, board members and concession workers are volunteers --giving of personal time to provide a recreational activity for your child. They are providing a valuable community service, often without reward other than their personal satisfaction. Without them your child could not participate.
• Believe that referees, just as coaches and players, are attempting to do their best. I will refrain from speaking to officials, unless it is to say thank you after the game. If I have questions or concerns with the referees, I will speak to the coach after the game or at practice.
• Understand that my attitude can influence the players, coaches and spectators.
• Demand a sports environment for my child that is free from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and I will refrain from their use at all United FC Soccer events.
• Be sure my child is available for most practices and games. Practices are as important as games. Children who simply don't show up for practice and/or games are letting everybody down. If I know my child is unable to attend a practice or game, I will give the coach advance notice to enable proper planning.
• Report to the coach all injuries, special medical conditions (such as asthma) or extenuating circumstances (such as lack of sleep or family crisis) that may affect the player.
• Send my child ready to play. My child will be dressed in uniform and will arrive on time