PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT

Adapted from the Football Association of Wales Safeguarding Policy

 

 

BELLEVUE FOOTBALL CLUB fully supports the Football Association of Wales Safeguarding Policy, Practices and Procedures and is committed to safeguarding the wellbeing of its members. We all have a responsibility to ensure that everyone involved in football finds it a fun, safe and positive experience. All players registering to play in this football club, are agreeing to follow this code of conduct at all times while representing Bellevue FC. By signing with our club you agree that you understand and will demonstrate the following conditions:

 

PLAYERS ARE EXPECTED TO:

 

• Show exemplary behaviour by respecting and listening to match officials and your coaches.

• Show respect to your opponents and shake their hands after each game.

• Accept responsibility for your own performance and behaviour.

• Treat all fellow players equally.

• Be friendly and welcoming to new players.

• Not bully or make anyone feel unhappy or sad.

• Encourage, support and co-operate with your team-mates.

• Keep yourself safe.

• Tell someone you trust about inappropriate or risky behaviour or if something makes you unhappy or uncomfortable.

• Take care of equipment owned by the club.

• Not discriminate on the grounds of religious beliefs, race, gender, social classes or lack of ability. Respect other people.

• Not take part in rough or dangerous play, bullying, or the use of bad language or inappropriate behaviour.

• Appreciate the efforts of all players.

• Not get involved in peer pressure and push others to do something they do not want to do.

• Accept that striving to win is more important than winning itself.

• Always pursue fair play – stick to the laws and the spirit of the game.

• Be positive, approachable and offer praise to promote the objectives of the club at all times.

• Display high standards, behave responsibly and never use foul, abusive, insulting or inappropriate words, behaviour or gestures.

• Respect and listen to the opinions of fellow players.

• Not to post anything nasty on social media which may bring the game into disrepute.

 

 

-- WHERE A BREACH OF THIS CODE IS REPORTED AND THERE IS EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT IT, THE CLUB WILL TAKE IMMEDIATE DISCIPLINARY ACTION. THE OFFICERS INVESTIGATING THE ISSUE CAN IMPOSE SANCTIONS ON ANY INDIVIDUAL, UP TO AND INCLUDING THE IMMEDIATE DEREGISTERING OF THE PLAYER WITH NO GROUNDS FOR APPEAL. --