PARENTS 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 parents of 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:

 

PARENTS, GUARDIANS AND SPECTATORS ARE EXPECTED TO:

 

• Show exemplary behaviour by respecting and appreciating match officials, opposition players, coaches, managers and spectators.

• Deliver and collect your child punctually before and after training, matches and club events.

• Support and motivate all players, including the opposition, and encourage your child to do the same.

• Encourage your child to obey the laws of the game and teach them that they can only do their best.

• Never publicly criticise, ridicule or embarrass any children.

• Ensure your child has kit and clothing appropriate to the environment and weather conditions.

• Ensure that proper sportswear and protective kit are provided and worn.

• Disclose any medical concerns or changes in medical conditions to the Club Safeguarding Officer and the Team Manager.

• Not place unnecessary pressure on your child or push them into activities they do not want to do. Applaud effort and good play.

• Not to interfere with coach instructions and not to confuse the players by telling them what to do.

• Encourage all children not to discriminate on the grounds of religious beliefs, race, gender, social classes or lack of ability.

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

• Respect the decisions of the match officials.

• Ensure that your child has read and understood their Code of Conduct.

• Not to post anything inappropriate, or negative on social media which may bring the game into disrepute.

• Display high standards, behave responsibly and never engage in or tolerate the use of foul, abusive, insulting or inappropriate words, behaviour or gestures.

• Get Behind the Line and not enter the field of play without prior permission from the referee.

• Make football fun.

 

 

-- 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 A PLAYER WITH NO GROUNDS FOR APPEAL. --