CODE OF CONDUCT
Child Safeguarding at Fremantle City Football Club
At Fremantle City FC, we’re fully committed to making sure that every child associated with our club feels safe, comfortable, and truly included. We understand that children have the right to enjoy their football journey without any worries. That’s why our club places the highest importance on ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young individuals in all aspects of their engagement with us.
From the moment they step onto our fields to the time they leave, we want every child and young person to have a positive, secure, and enjoyable experience. Your child’s welfare is our top priority, and we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of child safeguarding in everything we do.
Coaches and Managers Code of Conduct
At Fremantle City FC, coaches and managers play a pivotal role in the development of the children they work with. This encompasses both their personal growth and football skills. As a coach, you stand as a role model, particularly for younger age groups. Taking your responsibilities seriously and maintaining appropriate conduct is vital. Your behavior shapes the experience for players and parents alike.
Your role involves nurturing children’s sportsmanship and football skills while ensuring they enjoy the game. Prioritizing their enjoyment is crucial.
- Avoid undue pressure: Keep in mind that children play for enjoyment, not your personal goals.
- Respect players: Never harass, abuse, or humiliate them.
- Demonstrate sportsmanship: Uphold the spirit of the game and its rules.
- Equip responsibly: Have safe and clean equipment available.
- Safety first: Keep first-aid kits and water accessible during training.
- Continuous improvement: Attend training courses to maintain coaching standards.
- Guide responsibility: Encourage players to take ownership of their behavior and performance.
- Promote independent thinking: Let players make decisions on the field.
- Punctuality: Arrive early for matches and training sessions.
- Fairness: Avoid favoritism.
- Honesty: Be transparent with players, parents, guardians, and officials.
- Respectful communication: Avoid offensive or insulting remarks.
- Know the game: Follow the rules and spirit of the game.
- Respect referees: Accept their decisions and avoid misleading actions.
- Positive reinforcement: Encourage and acknowledge positive efforts.
- Healthy conduct: Refrain from smoking or alcohol consumption during events.
- Presentable appearance: Maintain a clean and appropriate appearance.
- Safety measures: Avoid being alone with individual children, especially in enclosed areas.
Parents Code of Conduct
Parents play a significant role in shaping their children’s enjoyment and success in football. Remember, children participate in football because they find it enjoyable and fun. Positive encouragement from parents contributes to:
- Children’s enjoyment of football.
- A sense of personal achievement.
- Building self-esteem.
- Enhancing their skills and techniques.
A parent’s attitude and expectations influence how a child interacts with:
- Other players.
- Officials.
- Managers.
- Parents.
- Exemplify Sportsmanship: Uphold fair play and the spirit of the game.
- Prioritize Enjoyment: Children play for fun, avoid pressuring them.
- Safety First: Ensure the safety and well-being of all players.
- Encourage Effort: Praise effort and performance over results.
- Promote Responsibility: Guide your child to take ownership of their actions and performance.
- Watch Respectfully: Stand back, avoid standing behind goals, and respect designated areas.
- Respectful Behavior: Refrain from making offensive or abusive remarks.
- Build Trust: Develop a supportive relationship with coaches based on trust and respect.
- Clear Communication: Understand expectations from coaches and discuss concerns privately.
- Referee Decisions: Accept referees’ decisions and avoid misleading actions.
- Timeliness: Ensure your child arrives on time for matches and training.
- Medical Updates: Inform coaches of any changes in your child’s medical condition.
- Appropriate Kit: Ensure your child wears suitable attire.
- Facilities Care: Maintain club facilities and kit.
- Accurate Forms: Complete required forms accurately.
- Timely Payments: Pay subscriptions or fees on schedule.
- Offer Assistance: Support managers in various capacities.
- Trust the Coach: Respect and support coach’s decisions, discussing concerns with them directly.
Players Code of Conduct
Players stand as the heartbeat of football, holding a central role in the spirit of the game. While striving for victory is natural, the core essence lies in enjoying the sport, team unity, and respect for all participants.
- Play to Enjoy: Find joy in the game, understanding that the pursuit of victory is more important than the result itself. Embrace both wins and losses as part of the journey.
- Follow the Rules: Respect and adhere to the rules, regulations, and sportsmanship in every match and competition.
- Sportsmanship First: Uphold fair play, never endorse rule violations or actions that go against the spirit of the game.
- Set High Standards: Display consistent and exemplary behavior on and off the field.
- Coach’s Guidance: Respect and follow the guidance of your coach.
- Referee Respect: Honor and respect the decisions of referees at all times.
- Respect Opponents: Treat opponents with respect, refraining from misleading actions or remarks.
- Respectful Communication: Avoid offensive, abusive, or insulting language towards fellow players, officials, or parents.
- Positive Attitude: Maintain a positive attitude during training and matches.
- Punctuality: Arrive ahead of kick-off and follow training schedules provided by the team manager.
- Safety First: Remove jewelry during matches and training for safety reasons.
- Appropriate Attire: Wear the designated kit during matches.
- Kit Responsibility: Reserve club kit for official matches only.
- Footwear Care: Ensure football boots are safe and in good condition.
- Safety Gear: Wear shin pads during matches and training sessions.
- Focused Play: Refrain from eating or chewing during matches and training.
- Injury Communication: Inform the coach about any injuries.
- Accurate Forms: Fill in the required forms accurately.
- Timely Payments: Pay subscriptions or fees on time.
- Team Support: Encourage teammates and embrace the team spirit; success is a collective effort.
Your commitment to these principles shapes a positive and respectful environment both on and off the field at Fremantle City FC.
Spectators Code of Conduct
Spectators are vital contributors to the football experience, shaping an atmosphere of positivity, respect, and enjoyment. Remember, young players engage in football for their own growth and pleasure – not solely for spectators’ expectations.
- Applaud Efforts: Applaud commendable performances and endeavors from all players and teams. Acknowledge their dedication regardless of the game’s outcome.
- Respect Officials: Uphold the decisions of officials and encourage young players to do the same. Their role is pivotal to the game.
- Positive Encouragement: Offer encouragement instead of scolding when players make mistakes. Positive words motivate young talents.
- Reject Violence: Strongly discourage any form of violence – be it from spectators, coaches, officials, or players.
- Respect Opponents: Show respect towards opposing teams; they are integral to the game’s existence.
- Uphold Fair Play: Encourage players to follow rules and honor the decisions of officials.
- Mindful Language: Refrain from using foul language, taunting, or harassing players, coaches, or officials.
- Inclusive Respect: Respect every individual’s rights, dignity, and worth, irrespective of their gender, abilities, cultural background, or beliefs.
By adhering to these guidelines, you contribute to the nurturing environment and the essence of fair play at Fremantle City FC. Further insights can be found in the FFA Spectator Policy.