principles of conduct
SAFETY
- Our first responsibility is the health and safety of all participants.
- Certification in basic first aid.
- Preparation to handle first aid situations as well as medical emergencies at all training sessions and matches, both home and away. a) have and know how to use a properly supplied first aid kit. b) 911 emergency procedures. c) locations of nearest emergency medical facility. d) always carry medical release forms and team safety and information cards. d) follow up on all injuries with parents/guardians.
- Know and understand the Laws of the Game.
- Inspect players' equipment and field conditions for safety.
- Utilize proper teaching and instructing of players regarding safe techniques and methods of play.
- Implement appropriate training programs to make sure players are fit for training and competition.
- Supervise and control players so as to avoid injury situations.
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
- Develop the player's appreciation of the game.
- Keep winning and losing in proper perspective.
- Be sensitive to each player's developmental needs.
- Educate players to the technical, tactical, physical, and psychological demands of the game for their level.
- Implement rules and equipment modification according to the players age group.
- Allow players to experience all positions.
- Players need to have fun and receive positive feedback.
- Practice should be conducted in the spirit of enjoyment and learning.
- Provide the appropriate number of training sessions and games according to the player's stage of development.
- Strive to help each player reach his/her full potential and be prepared to move to the next stage of development.
ETHICS
- Strive to maintain integrity within our sport.
- Know and follow all rules and policies set forth by clubs, leagues, state, and national associations.
- Work in the spirit of cooperation with officials, administrators, coaches, and spectators to provide participants with the maximum opportunity to develop.
- Be a positive role model.
- Set the standard for sportsmanship with opponents, referees, administrators, and spectators.
- Keep sport in proper perspective with education.
- Promote moral and social responsibility.
- Encourage players to say no to drugs and alcohol.
- Advocate for the continued education/licensing of coaches.
"The truth of the matter is that you always know the right thing to do. The hard part is doing it."
- Norman Schwarzkopf, US Army General
