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At 5Ways Soccer, Brighton and Withdean Youth we fully support the FA’s Respect Campaign. If you have spent any time watching your child play in Sunday league matches you will see plenty of familiar scenes played out on the FA videos. \u00a0At 5Ways Soccer and Withdean Youth FC, we expect the Respect Code of Conduct to be followed by Coaches, Spectators and Players when they participate in any of the football related events we are involved in.<\/em> <\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Why football needs Respect<\/h2>\n

The FA is responding to a plea from grassroots football to tackle unacceptable behavior in football. Respect aims to tackle the mass drop-out of referees from football due to abuse. Thousands of referees dropped out of the game last season which has led to the number of match officials hitting its lowest ever level. \u00a0Respect also aims to bring the fun back <\/b>to football for young players. Parents and coaches pushing too hard and pressurising impressionable children for three points is having a negative impact on their development and enjoyment of the game. Statistics show that:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 98% of referees have been verbally abused and 27% have been physically abused.
\n\u2022 One in three grassroots matches is now played without a qualified match official.
\n\u2022 A huge number of grassroots matches get abandoned due to unacceptable behaviour from players and\/or spectators.
\n\u2022 Parents and coaches want role models in the elite game to provide a positive example for young players.
\n\u2022 The No.2 priority from grassroots football is tackling the \u2018pushy parent\u2019 placing too much pressure on their child and their child\u2019s team from the sidelines.<\/p>\n

Respect Code of Conduct For Youth Players<\/h2>\n

We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game. As a player, you have a big part to play. That\u2019s why we are asking every player involved in any our football activities at 5Ways Soccer, Brighton or Withdean Youth to follow the FA Respect Code of Conduct.<\/h4>\n

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When playing football<\/strong>, I will:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Always play to the best of my ability
\n\u2022 Play fairly \u2013 I won\u2019t cheat, complain or waste time
\n\u2022 Respect my team-mates, the other team, the referee or my coach\/manager
\n\u2022 Play by the rules, as directed by the referee
\n\u2022 Shake hands with the other team and referee at the end of the game
\n\u2022 Listen and respond to what my coach\/team manager tells me
\n\u2022 Talk to someone I trust or the club welfare officer if I\u2019m unhappy about anything at my club.<\/p>\n

I understand that if I do not fol<\/strong>low the Code, any\/all of the following actions may be taken by my club, County FA or The FA.\u00a0I may:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Be required to apologise to my team-mates, the other team, referee or team manager
\n\u2022 Receive a formal warning from the coach or the club committee
\n\u2022 Be dropped or substituted
\n\u2022 Be suspended from training
\n\u2022 Be required to leave the club.<\/p>\n

In addition:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 My club, County FA or The FA may make my parent or carer aware of any infringements of the Code of Conduct
\n\u2022 The FA\/County FA could impose a fine and suspension against my club.<\/p>\n

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Respect Code of Conduct for\u00a0Spectators, Parents and Carers<\/h2>\n

We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game.\u00a05Ways Soccer is supporting The FA\u2019s Respect programme to ensure football can be enjoyed in a safe, positive environment. We strongly believe that it is the role of all parents, carers and supporters present at any of our events to help facilitate this.<\/h4>\n

Remember children\u2019s football is a time for them to develop their technical, physical, tactical and social skills.\u00a0Winning\u00a0<\/strong>isn\u2019t everything.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Parents, Supporters and Carers must play their part and observe The FA\u2019s Respect Code of Conduct at all times whilst in attendance at Hawks Youth Matches, Saturday Soccer School and 5Ways Academy sessions and all other 5Ways soccer related events.<\/p>\n

Parents, Carers and Supporters must…<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Remember that children play for FUN
\n\u2022 Applaud effort and good play as well as success
\n\u2022 Always respect the match officials\u2019 decisions
\n\u2022 Remain outside the field of play and within the Designated Spectators\u2019 Area (where provided)
\n\u2022 Let the coach do their job and not confuse the players by telling them what to do
\n\u2022 Encourage the players to respect the opposition, referee and match officials
\n\u2022 Avoid criticising a player for making a mistake \u2013 mistakes are part of learning
\n\u2022 Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting, or abusive language or behaviour.<\/p>\n

Coaches, Team Managers and Club Officials<\/h2>\n

We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game.\u00a0In the FA\u2019s survey of 37,000 grassroots participants, behaviour was the biggest concern in the game. This included the abuse of match officials and the unacceptable behaviour of over competitive parents, spectators and coaches on the sideline.<\/h4>\n

Play your part and observe the FA\u2019s Respect Code of Conduct in everything you do.
\nWhen taking part in club events on and off the field, I will:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Show respect to others involved in the game including match officials, opposition players, coaches, managers, officials and spectators
\n\u2022 Adhere to the laws and spirit of the game
\n\u2022 Promote Fair Play and high standards of behaviour
\n\u2022 Always respect the match official\u2019s decision
\n\u2022 Never enter the field of play without the referee\u2019s permission
\n\u2022 Never engage in public criticism of the match officials
\n\u2022 Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour.<\/p>\n

When involved in coaching children, I will:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Place the well-being, safety and enjoyment of each player above everything, including winning
\n\u2022 Explain exactly what I expect of players and what they can expect from me
\n\u2022 Ensure all parents\/carers of all players under the age of 18 understand these expectations
\n\u2022 Never engage in or tolerate any form of bullying
\n\u2022 Develop mutual trust and respect with every player to build their self-esteem
\n\u2022 Encourage each player to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance
\n\u2022 Ensure all activities I organise are appropriate for the players\u2019 ability level, age and maturity
\n\u2022 Co-operate fully with others in football(e.g. officials, doctors, physiotherapists, welfare officers) for each player\u2019s best interests.<\/p>\n

To download the full FA Respect Guide – please click HERE<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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