CSC Parental Code of Conduct
The support of parents is crucial to the success of any youth program. The majority of parents
whose children participate in soccer are well behaved. They realize that the principles they instill
at home remain valid when their children leave the house. Parents also accept their responsibility as primary
role models. Parents know how to act in front of children; from birth through their teenage years, children
expect us to lead by example.
Unfortunately some parents believe they have a role that is often greater than their knowledge and
understanding of the game. Youth soccer is a game for kids, and in the actual game, parents have no role.
Some parents believe they have a role to "remind" referees of calls and "yell at the referee" to insure that calls
won't be made against their team. At times, parents attempt to influence the play of an opponent by making disparaging remarks.
This type of confrontational behavior has no place at a youth soccer game. The only comments that should be
even remotely allowed are positive comments. Simple instructions like "kick it straight", "stay wide", "man on",
"turn to goal", are never acceptable. Let the kids play the game and encourage them with comments such as
"way to go Sue", "unlucky, Aaron", or "nice try Laurie". It is also encouraged to compliment your opponent with applause
when they make a good play. ChiLdren need to know and recognize that sometimes their best effort might not
be enough. They need to appreciate the ability of the opposition to understand their own accomplishment on the field.
- You are your child's number one role model. Present the best example of character and behavior at all times.
- Allow the coach to coach the team! Be an enthusiastic, positive supporter of the coaches' work during games by
your actions and words.
- Relieve the pressure of competition by helping players enjoy practices and games. Players feel enough
pressure on their own.
- Help the coach aid your player by making sure they are on time and properly equipped for all practices and games .
- Treat all participants (players, coaches, referees, and spectators) with the same respect that you would
want for your own child. NEVER YELL AT OR TOUCH A REFEREE.
- Learn all you can about the game. Before you attempt to interpret the Laws of the Game, be sure you know
and understand them.
- Appreciate good play, no matter who makes it.
- Remember the game is for the players and no one else. Do all you can to support them. Make soccer
an educational opportunity.
- Take an active interest in how participation is affecting your child as he/she grows into an adult.
Help them know how to win and how to find positives in a losing game.
- Support the team, Club, and league, as they strive to give your child a positive experience. Volunteer when
you can. Say "thanks" to those who give their free time to the sport of soccer.
- Try to meet the parents of the other team. We all want the same results for our kids. It is much harder to
disrespect someone if you know them.
ANY NEGATIVE INPUT AGAINST ANY TEAM MEMBER, COACH OR REFEREE COULD RESULT IN THE INITIATION OF A CSC INCIDENT
REPORT, BY ANY OTHER CLUB MEMBER, FOR WHICH YOUR FULL COOPERATION IN THE INVESTIGATION AND RESOLUTION WILL BE
EXPECTED.
Please read and consider the Code when registering your players, and during the season ahead.
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