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VERONA FC - PLAYERS CODE OF CONDUCT
As players are constantly in the glare of public attention and are widely recognised as the most important people in the sport, there is a considerable onus upon them to speak and act in a manner which promotes all that is good about the game and the club. As a player, I will:
* Make every honest effort to develop my sporting ability, to include fitness, skill technique and tactical ability
* Strive to set a positive example for younger players and supporters
* Safeguard the physical fitness of opponents, avoid violence and rough play, and where possible help injured opponents.
* Give maximum effort and strive for best possible performance during each game.
* Avid all forms of gamesmanship, and time wasting.
* Refrain form using inappropriate language particularly to refereed/officials and other players
* Make every effort consistent with fair play and the laws of the game to help my team win.
* Make every effort consistent with fair play and the laws of the game to help my team win.
* Abide by the laws, rules of the game and of any given competition, both in fact and in spirit.
* Accept victory and defeat with equanimity.
* Resist any temptation to consume or otherwise imbibe any banned substances.
* Treat opponents with respect at all times.
* Demonstrate due respect towards match officials.
* Accept the decisions of the match officials without protest.
* Avoid words or actions which may mislead a match official.
* Abide by the lawful instructions and directions of mentors and team officials.
* Act towards the mentors and officials of the opposing side in a respectful manner.
* Demonstrate due regard for the interest of supporters.
* Not act or speak so as to incite or encourage supporters to act in a way that may endanger the safety of anyone attending or participation in the game
* Not either directly or indirectly place a bet on the outcome of any game in which I am involved
* Have regard to the best interests of the game when publicly expressing an opinion of the game or on the others involved in the game
* In making public comments of a particular fixture or on the game in generals, I will be mindful of upholding and promoting the good name of the game and others involved in it in the wider community.
VERONA FC - PARENTS CODE OF CONDUCT
We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game. Parents have a significant influence on children’s enjoyment and success in football Children play football because they first and foremost love the game – it’s FUN. Remember children’s football is a time for them to develop and learn. We want them to win but not at all costs. Play your part by supporting your child, supporting the FAI’s Player Development Plan and always observe the Code of Conduct, I will:
* Remember that children play for FUN.
* Applaud effort and good play.
* Always respect the match officials’ decisions.
* Remain outside the field of play or within the Designated Spectators’ Areas.
* Let the coach do their job and not confuse the players by telling them what to do.
* Encourage your child, and others, or be quiet. Praise effort and performance not results.
* Encourage the players to respect the opposition, referee and officials.
* Avoid criticising a player for making a mistake – mistakes are part of learning.
* Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting, or abusive language or behaviour.
* I must develop and appropriate supportive relationship with both the coach and my child based on mutual trust and respect.
* Support the coach’s decision and discuss any concerns directly with the coach.
* Watch and be familiar with the Coach/Parents Education video on www.fai.ie
VERONA FC - COACH'S/MENTORS CODE OF CONDUCT
Coach’s/Mentors are critical to the establishment of good practices in football. Their attitude to the game directly informs the attitude of the players under their supervision. Coach/Mentors must speak and act in a manner consistent with this reality. As a Coach/Mentor I will j
* Complete Garda Vetting before commencing my role and I will complete the safeguarding 1 course.
* Respect the rights, dignity and worth of each person and treat each person equally within the context of the sport.
* Not subscribe to the ethos of ‘win at all costs’
* Strive to develop and appropriate working relationship with each player based on mutual respect.
* Have particular regard for the code when working with young players in the game.
* Not exert undue influence to obtain personal benefit of reward.
* Guide players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance/
* Ensure that the activities and strategies they direct, and advocate are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of players involved.
* Clarify with the players (and where the players are under the age of 18, their parents) exactly what is expected of them and also what they are entitled to expect from the Mentor.
* Co-operate with specialists within the game e.g. other coaches, officials, sport scientists, doctors, and physiotherapists, etc. in the best interest of players.
* Encourage players to adhere to the club’s code
* Observe the highest standards of integrity and fair dealing
* Promote a positive approach to the game e/g/ fair play, honest endeavour and genuine teamwork.
* Not encourage or condone violations of the laws of the game., behaviour contrary to the spirit of the game, or the use of questionable strategies or tactics.
* Not encourage or condone the use of prohibited substances.
* Consistently display high standards of behaviour and comment.
* Use or tolerate the use of inappropriate language.
* Demonstrate due respect towards match officials.
* Accept the decisions of the match officials.
Please remember! – the game is for the children! It is not for
the glory of the coach, manager or parents! Thank you!
