Parents Charter
RYTON FOOTBALL CLUB'S CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PARENTS AND SPECTATORS
Children develop at different rates both mentally and physically and in certain situations they react in individual ways. We are attempting to give all the players who come to Ryton Football Club an enjoyable and worthwhile experience, but this will only be achieved by supporting adults showing maturity and a positive sporting example.In training sessions or games that you attend please remember:
· Young players are not playing to satisfy your ambitions.
· Young players are involved for their enjoyment not yours.
· You have a responsibility to encourage young people to play by the rules.
· Teamwork and effort are as important as winning, therefore you should accept losing and not show disappointment.
· Never ridicule or shout at the young players for making mistakes or losing. Praise them or keep quiet.
· Avoid coaching the children during the game.
· Applaud the opposition aswell as your own team.
· Respect the referee's decision.
· Give attention to each of the children involved in football not just the most talented.
· Give encouragement to everyone to participate in football.
· Recognise the value and importance of coaches who give up their time to help young players.
Jan 2005
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