Code
of Ethics
Players
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I
will encourage good sportsmanship from fellow players, coaches,
officials and parents at all times. |
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I
will remember that soccer is an opportunity to learn and have
fun. |
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I
deserve to play in an environment that is free of drugs, tobacco,
and alcohol; and expect everyone to refrain from their use
at all soccer games. |
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I
will do the best I can each day, remembering that all players
have talents and weaknesses the same as I do. |
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I
will treat my coaches, other players and coaches, game officials,
other administrators, and fans with respect at all times;
regardless of race, sex, creed, or abilities, and I will expect
to be treated accordingly. |
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I
will concentrate on playing soccer. Always giving my best
effort. |
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I
will play by the rules at all times. |
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I
will at all times control my temper, resisting the temptation
of retaliate. |
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I
will always exercise self control. |
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Conduct
during competition towards play of the game and all officials
shall be in accordance with appropriate behavior and
in accordance with FIFA's "Laws of the Game",
and in adherence to FYSA rules. |
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While
traveling, shall conduct themselves so as to being credit
to themselves and their team. |
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Alcohol,
illegal drugs and unauthorized prescription drugs shall not
be possessed, consumed or distributed before, during or after
any game or at any other time at the field and/or game complex.
(Approved BOD 9/24/00) |
Coaches/Volunteers
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I
will never place the value of winning before the safety and
welfare of all players |
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I
will always show respect for players, other coaches, and game
officials. |
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I
will lead by example, demonstrating fair play and sportsmanship
at all times. |
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I
will be demonstrate knowledgeable of the rules of the game,
and teach these rules to my players. |
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I
will never use abusive or insulting language. I will treat
everyone with dignity. |
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I
will not tolerate inappropriate behavior, regardless of the
situation. |
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I
will not allow the use of anabolic agents or stimulants, drugs,
tobacco, or alcohol by any of my players. |
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I
will never knowingly jeopardize the eligibility and participation
of a student-athlete. |
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Youth
have a greater need for example than criticism. I will be
the primary soccer role model. |
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I
will at all times conduct myself in a positive manner.
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Coaching
is motivating players to produce their best effort, inspiring
players to learn, and encouraging players to be winners.
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Coach's
actions on sidelines during games
shall be in the spirit of "good sportsmanship"
at all times. Profanity, profane gestures, arguing, inciting
disruptive behavior by spectators
and/or players, or any conduct not
in the spirit of good sportsmanship,
shall require disciplinary action from the
affiliate. |
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Alcohol,
illegal drugs and unauthorized prescription drugs shall not
be possessed, consumed or distributed before, during or after
any game or at any other time at the field and/or game complex.
(Approved BOD 9/24/00) |
Parents/Spectators
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I
will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive
support for all players, coaches, game officials, and administrators.
at all times. |
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I
will place the emotional and physical well being of all players
ahead of any personal desire to win. |
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I
will support the coaches, officials, and administrators working
with my child, in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable
experience for all. |
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I
will remember that the game is for the players, not for the
adults. |
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I
will ask my child to treat other players, coaches, game officials,
administrators, and fans with respect. |
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I
will always be positive. |
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I
will always allow the coach to be the only coach.
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I
will not get into arguments with the opposing team’s parents,
players, or coaches. |
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I
will not come onto the field for any reason during the game.
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I
will not criticize game officials. |
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Alcohol,
illegal drugs and unauthorized prescription drugs shall not
be possessed, consumed or distributed before, during or after
any game or at any other time at the field and/or game complex.
(Approved BOD 9/24/00) |
Failure
to comply
Failure to
comply may result in the suspension of your privilege to participate
in FYSA sanctioned events, for the following periods:
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1st
offense - suspension minimum thirty
(30) days to a maximum of five (5) years |
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2nd
offense - suspension for a minimum
of one (1) year to a maximum of Ten (10) years |
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3rd
offense - suspension for a minimum
of five (5) years to a maximum of fifty (50) years.
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NOTE: Any individual charged with a violation
of this Code of Ethics shall be afforded due process as defined
in FYSA’s rule section 507 before the implementation of
any suspension.
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