Managers/Coaches must respect the rights, dignity and worth of each and
every person, and treat each equally within the context of the
sport.
Managers/Coaches must place the well-being and safety of each player
above all other considerations, including the development of
performance.
Managers/Coaches must adhere to all guidelines laid down by governing
bodies.
Managers/Coaches must develop an appropriate working relationship with
each player, based on mutual trust and respect.
Managers/Coaches must not exert undue influence to obtain personal
benefit or reward.
Managers/Coaches must encourage and guide players to accept
responsibility for their own behaviour and performance.
Managers/Coaches must ensure that the activities they direct or advocate
are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of
players.
Managers/Coaches should, at the outset, clarify with the players (and
where appropriate, parent) exactly what is expected of them and also
what they are entitled to expect from their coach.
Managers/Coaches must cooperate fully with other specialists (e.g. other
Managers / Coaches, officials, sports scientists, doctors, physiotherapists)
in the best interests of the player.
Managers/Coaches must always promote the positive aspects of the sport
(e.g. fair play) and must never condone violations of the Laws of
the game, behaviour contrary to the spirit of the laws of the game
or relevant rules and regulations or the use of prohibited
substances or techniques.
Managers/Coaches must consistently display high standards of behaviour
and appearance.
Managers/Coaches must not use or tolerate inappropriate language.
Obligations to the Game
Philosophy During Competition:
For young children, always consider playing well and trying to win
as more important than actually winning.
Young children should always be encouraged to take some risks;
competition is another kind of training.
There is no guarantee for winning, the team can play well and lose
and vice versa.
Winning is usually a consequence of playing well.
Coaching to win a match is easier than coaching to play well and
will restrict and ultimately limit the development of young players.
Managers/Coaches should:
Set a positive example to others, particularly young players and
supporters.
Promote and develop the team having regard to the interest of the
players, supporters and reputation
of the game.
Avoid all forms of gamesmanship.
Show respect to match officials.
Not use or tolerate inappropriate language.
Obligations to the Team
Managers/Coaches should:
Make every effort to develop the club and to obtain the best results
by the team, using all permitted means.
Give priority to the interests of the team.
Resist all illegal or unsporting influences.
Promote ethical principles.
Respect the interests of players, coaches and other officials at all
times.
Obligations to the Supporters.
Managers/Coaches should:
Show respect to the interests of supporters.
Obligations to the Match Officials.
Managers/Coaches should:
Accept the decision of match officials without protest.
Avoid words or actions which may mislead a match official.
