Glenavon Club Code of Conduct

These guidelines are intended to ensure that all club members maintain a high standard of behaviour both on and off the field of play whilst representing Glenavon Junior Football Club.

1. All players are required to act within the spirit of the game and abide by the laws of the game.

2. Violent conduct and foul or abusive language WILL NOT be tolerated under any circumstances.

3. Bullying, intimidation or theft WILL NOT be tolerated under any circumstances.

4. The use of racial abuse or racist language will be dealt with very severely and reported to the appropriate authorities.

5. The decisions of the match official(s) will not be questioned, even if you don’t agree with them – we all make mistakes.

6. Players should thank the match official(s) after the game – without them we cannot play at all.

7. Players should shake hands with their opponents before leaving the field of play regardless of the score.

8. Shin pads must be worn both at training sessions and matches. Player’s socks MUST cover shin pads; socks are to be suitably tied up.

10. Inform your team manager/coach as soon as possible if you cannot attend a coaching/training session or are unavailable for matches whatever the reason.

11. Take pride in your appearance. Ensure that your boots are clean and correctly laced. Studs should be in good condition and DO NOT present a danger to other players.

12. Failing to prepare before any coaching/training session or match is preparing to fail.

14. Let us leave a favourable impression on our opponents. Players should show respect for their own and other people’s property. Try to leave the changing rooms in good order.

1. The club and team managers are held responsible for the behaviour of players and spectators before, during and after the game. The club will be disciplined by Cheshire County F.A or the Wallasey Junior League for any incidents that involve players and/or spectators.

3. Parents and spectators must not become involved in arguments with match officials, opposing players or their supporters. The use of racial abuse or racist language by spectators will be dealt with very severely and reported to the appropriate authorities.

4. It is especially important for spectators to stay off the field of play during a game.

5. All disputes regarding the behaviour of match official(s) or the opposing players and their spectators will be the responsibility of the team manager who will follow official procedures for the registration of the complaint.

6. All players and spectators should appreciate the skill and effort from both teams, irrespective of the result.

7. Encourage the team from the touchline but please remain silent regarding any mistakes made. Leave any coaching to the manager – it is more efficient and less confusing for the players.

8. All players, parents and spectators should try to minimize any nuisance to residents in the vicinity of the matches e.g. excessive noise, inconsiderate parking of cars etc.

2. Should work towards achieving at least FA Junior Team Manager status and eventually becoming a member of the F.A. coaching association.

7. Be a role model by not drinking alcohol or smoking when in charge of children.

12. Abide by the rules of the game/Cheshire County F.A along and those set out by the Wallasey Junior League.

As stated, the match official(s) has the power to report players/managers or spectators to Cheshire County F.A. Any individual reported to the F.A will be expected to pay all associated fines.

REMEMBER - F.A. Rule 25 makes every club responsible for the conduct of the players, officials, spectators and followers before, during and after each game.

Failure to do so will result in those being charged by the County F.A. with misconduct; and the club with failing to control the parties reported.