Coton Football Club

Code of Conduct for Parents / Spectators

Parents / Spectators have a great influence on children's enjoyment and success in football. All children play football because they first and foremost love the game – it's fun. It is important to remember that however good a child becomes at football within your club it is important to reinforce the message to parents / spectators that positive encouragement will contribute to:

•  Children enjoying football.

•  A sense of personal achievement.

•  Self-esteem.

•  Improving the child's skills and techniques.

A parent's / spectator's expectations and attitudes have a significant bearing on a child's attitude towards:

•  Other players.

•  Officials.

•  Managers.

•  Spectators.

Ensure that parents / spectators within your club are always positive and encouraging towards all of the children not just their own.

Encourage parents / spectators to:

•  Applaud the opposition as well as your own team.

•  Avoid coaching the child during the game.

•  Not to shout and scream.

•  Respect the referee's decision.

•  Give attention to each of the children involved in football not just the most talented.

•  Give encouragement to everyone to participate in football.

Ensure that parents / spectators within your club agree and adhere to your club's Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy.