Coaches Charter
RYTON FOOTBALL CLUB'S CODE OF CONDUCT FOR COACHES
As a coach you are the key to the establishment of ethic in football. Your concepts of these ethics are what directly effects the behaviour of players under you supervision. You are therefore expected to pay particular care to the moral aspect of your conduct.· Set good examples at all times for your players, parents and spectators.
· Read the players, parents/spectators and officials code of conduct. Understand what is being asked of all the participants in football and actively promote this code of conducts.
· You must place the well being and safety of each player above all other considerations including the development of performance.
· Ensure that each player is correctly dressed with the necessary safety equipment, shin pads etc, before being allowed to play.
· Get treatment for an injured player immediately and co-operate fully with other specialists in the best interests of the player.
· Neither either physically or mentally push children beyond their abilities. The game is of minor consideration when compared to the child's future health and well being.
· Encourage and guide players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance. Never condone unacceptable behaviour by not acting.
· Always be prompt, courteous and correct when dealing with the League Officials, opposition Managers, Referees and Assistant Referees. Confirm venues, times and dates etc as early as possible and at a reasonable time during the day.
· Read. Understand and be aware of your responsibilities as laid down in your League handbook.
· Check that you have the necessary equipment, documentation and first aid equipment before you leave for the match or training.
· Always check all goal posts prior to training or playing a match.
· Read the laws of the game and assist your players in understanding them.
· Promote the code of conduct.
· Agree within a 12 month period, to take part in an educational course organised by the Football Association.
· Agree to a self-certified check with regard to your suitability to work with children.
Jan 2005
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