All individuals involved in our organization are required to uphold our Code of Conduct. This includes players, parents, coaches, and volunteers. It is imperative that everyone agrees to and follows these guidelines to ensure a positive and respectful environment for all involved. Failure to comply may result in consequences, so it is important to familiarize yourself with and abide by our Code of Conduct at all times. Thank you for your cooperation.
FORT WHITE SOCCER LEAGUE CODE OF CONDUCT
The essential elements of character-building and ethics in sports are embodied in the concept of sportsmanship and six core principles: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and good citizenship. The highest potential of sports is achieved when competition reflects these Pillars of Character. I therefore agree:
● I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, game officials, and administrators at all times.
● I will emphasize skill development and practices and how they benefit my child over winning. I will promote the emotional and physical well-being of the athletes ahead of any personal desire I may have for my child to win.
● I will support the coaches, officials, and administrators working with my child, in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
● I will remember that the game is for the players, not for the adults.
● I will ask my child to treat other players, coaches, game officials, administrators, and fans with respect.
● I will always be positive.
● I will always allow the coach to be the only coach, by refraining from coaching from the side lines. I will not enter into arguments with the other team's parents, players, or coaches.
● I will not enter the field of play for any reason during the game.
● I will not criticize game officials.
● I will not possess, consume, or distribute alcohol, illegal drugs, tobacco products and unauthorized prescription drugs before, during, or after the game or at any other time at the fields and/or game complex.
● I will communicate with my child's coach and/or team manager about any physical disability or ailment that may affect the safety of my child or the safety of others. I will make every effort to have my child attend practices and games and will communicate with my child's coach and/or team manager if my child will be late or absent. Good communication between parents and coaches leads to a more positive experience for all involved.
● I will learn the rules of the game and the policies of the league. Knowing the rules of the game will help with development and will help to minimize disagreements.
● I will sit on the opposite side of the players’ bench during practices and games. (No exceptions)
● I (and my guests) will be a positive role model for my child and encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy, and by demonstrating positive support for all players (on both teams), coaches, officials, and spectators at every game, practice, or other sporting event. I (and my guests) will not engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct with any official, coach, player, or parent such as booing and taunting or using profane language or gestures. I will not encourage any behaviors or practices that would endanger the health and well-being of the athletes.
● I will encourage my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence.
● I will encourage my child to treat other players, coaches, officials and spectators with respect regardless of race, creed, color, sex, or ability.
● I will encourage my child that doing one's best is more important than winning so that my child will never feel defeated by the outcome of a game or his/her performance.
● I will not ridicule or yell at my child or other participant for making a mistake or losing a competition.
● I acknowledge that the coach of my child's team is the representative of the team and I will therefore respect the coach's authority.
● I will remember that as a fan, I represent the Fort White Soccer Club and the community. I understand poor behavior during practices, games, or tournaments may result in my expulsion from the FWSC. If this happens repeatedly, it will result in expulsion from FWSC for my family.
● I agree to do my best to have as much fun watching the game as the players should have playing the game.