COACHES’ CODE OF BEHAVIOUR

• Remember that players participate for the fun of it and that winning is not everything;
  

• Never ridicule or yell at a player for making a mistake or being in a losing team;
  

• Be reasonable in your demands on younger players time, energy and enthusiasm,
  

• Teach your players to abide by the Rules and Laws of the Game;
  

• Whenever possible, alternate the group of players to ensure everyone has a reasonable chance of success;
  

• Avoid overplaying the talented players as all players deserve equal time on the playing field;
  

• Ensure that equipment and facilities meet a reasonable safety standard and are appropriate to the age and ability of the players;
  

• Modify your approach to suit the skill levels and needs of players;
  

• Develop and enhance respect between players, opposition coaches and the decisions of the match official;
  

• Follow the advice of a physician when determining the extent of a player’s injury and beyond that, when players are returning from injury to training and match play;
  

• Keep up to date with the latest coaching practices (refer to Coach Accreditation Criteria);
  

• Take time out to teach players (& others) the Laws of the Game, hence raising their awareness;
  

• Remind all players to play within the spirit of the game at all times;
  

• Ensure players are good sports and ensure each team member shakes the hand of their opponents at the conclusion of every match;
  

• Do not smoke or consume alcohol from the team bench (Technical Area) or sideline;
  

• Remember the actions of yourself and your team is reflective of the perception others take away with them.