Codes of Conduct

The below Codes of Conduct shall apply to all players, team officials and supporters at the tournament. By entering or attending this tournament, you agree to abide by the relevant Code of Conduct below.

Any breach of the relevant Code of Conduct shall be subject to disciplinary action by The Tournament Organisers and Directors. This may include the offending individuals, teams and/or clubs being suspended and/or expelled from the premises and not be allowed into future events.

It is up to the Team/Club Organiser to ensure that all players, parents and spectators are familiar and aware of the below.

Player Code of Conduct
“For the good of the game”

Winning at all costs isn't everything; at this age learning is more important than winning.

• I will only listen to my coaches’ instructions during training and games. No one else.
• I will not engage in the use of crude, foul or abusive language that may be deemed offensive or engage in any conduct detrimental to the image of the game when on or off the field.
• I will never argue with the referee and/or assistant referees regarding decisions they make.
• I will treat participants, officials and spectators with respect. 
• I will play by the laws of the game.
• I will cooperate with my coach, teammates, and referees and officials at all times.
• I will not use any banned substance or drugs of dependence throughout my involvement in the tournament.
•  I will display good sportsmanship at all times.
• I will play for the fun of it and not just to please parents and coaches.

Parent and Supporter Code of Conduct
"For the good of the game"

• Do not coach your child during training sessions and games. That's what the coaches are there for; it sends mixed messages to the players creating confusion.
• Do not interfere with training sessions, stay clear of training areas.
• Cheer on and encourage the players at all times, including the opposition. Applaud good football all-round.
• Winning isn't everything. Players need to develop and at this age learning is more important than winning.
• Remember that children play sport for their enjoyment, not yours.
• Encourage children to participate, do not force them.
• Focus on the child's efforts and performance rather than winning or losing.
• Encourage children to always participate according to the rules.
• Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a game.
•  Remember that children learn best by example, applaud good play by all teams.
• Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities.
• Respect officials' decisions and teach children to do likewise.
• Show appreciation of coaches, officials and administrators. Without them, your child could not participate.
• Respect the facilities that are being used.
• Keep clear from playing areas, benches and change rooms during games and tournament.
• This is the ideal time for coaches to teach players without any interference
• Always follow the instructions of the referee and/or tournament staff

Team Officials Code of Conduct
"For the good of the game"

• Remember that players participate for fun and winning is only part of the fun
•  Never ridicule or yell at players for making mistakes or for not winning games
• Be reasonable in your demands on a player’s time, energy and enthusiasm
•  Always operate within the rules and spirit of the game and teach your players to do the same
•  Ensure that the time players spend with you is a positive experience. All players are deserving of equal attention and opportunities
•  Avoid overplaying talented players. Less developed players need and deserve equal playing time
•  Ensure that the equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age and ability of all players
• Display control, respect and professionalism to all involved with the sport. This includes opponents, coaches, officials, administrators, the media, parents and spectators. Encourage players to do the same
• Show concern and caution towards sick and injured players. Follow the advice of a doctor or tournament first aid staff when determining whether an injured player is ready to recommence training or competition games
•    Coaches: Obtain appropriate coaching qualifications and keep up to date with the latest coaching practices and the principles of growth development and conditioning of junior players
• Any physical contact with a player should be appropriate to the situation and necessary for the player’s skill development.
• Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every player regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, playing ability, cultural background or religion
• Refrain from over coaching during games, let the players play and learn from their own mistakes
•  Set the example. Players look up to coaches as role models. Display behaviours that you want your players to follow.
• Always follow the instructions of the referee and/or tournament staff

 

Crowd Behaviour
The Cup Organisers take crowd behaviour seriously therefore inappropriate behaviour from spectators will not be tolerated. Each team will be required to supply a Team Marshall who will be responsible to liaise with their respective team supporters in order to ensure the opposition, referees, tournament staff and other spectators are respected. Team Marshalls must stay outside the field of play areas and located near their team supporters.

Teams and Clubs will be held responsible for their supporter’s behaviour. Matches may be forfeited at the referee and/or the Tournament Directors’ discretion. Teams may also be deducted points or disqualified from the tournament. Where multiple teams from a particular club are found to be displaying poor behaviour, the Tournament Directors reserve the right to suspend whole clubs from future tournaments.

Ander  NO circumstances are supporters allowed to approach, question or criticise referees during the tournament.

Alcohol and Smoking
The Manningham Juventus FC Pavilion is fully licenced, and the consumption of ALCOHOL is only permitted  in this designated area only. Under no circumstances is there to be BYO alcohol at the venue. Anyone found consuming alcohol outside of the designated area will be removed from the venue.

Smoking will not be permitted around the pitches and should be kept to areas designated for this purpose. In the case where there is no designated area; smoking is to be 20 metres away from any pitch when a game is in play and away from other tournament attendees.