FC Rockville- Codes of Conduct

Player Commitment/Expectations
Coach Commitment/Expectations
Tips for Parents

Player Commitments and Expectations

I Will:

	Play for the good of the game.
	Promise to work hard at practice and games to improve my soccer skills and my understanding of the game.
	Have a positive and never quit attitude. Exemplify and demonstrate sportsmanship at all times.
	Win without boasting: Be generous when you win; graceful when you lose.
	Conduct myself with class and dignity.
	Respect all officials and coaches and accept their decisions without question.
	Give encouragement to my fellow teammates.
	Attend & be prompt to all games & practices.
	Immediately report any injury to my coach.
	Respect my coach & my opponents.
	Learn and obey the laws of the game.
	Practice individual soccer skills on my own time at least 3-4 times per week.
	Notify the coach or team manager if I will be late for or unable to attend a game, training session, or team meeting.
	Learn the rules, policies & procedures of the Team & Club.
	Approach the Coach with any personal soccer related problems.
	Be the BEST that I can be at all times; for myself, my team, my club and my family.

I Will Never :

	Engage in dissent toward an official or coach nor use profane or vulgar language.
	Leave a game field or training session without the permission of my coach.
	Use a controlled substance (drugs), tobacco products, or drink alcoholic beverages.
	Forget that I represent my team, my club, and my family !!!!

Coaches Commitments and Expectations

The examples set by FC Rockville soccer coaches are one of the most influential examples our children will encounter in their young lives. Recognizing the critical role that coaches play, it is imperative that we serve as the proper role models for our players.

I Will:

	Develop my players to the best of their abilities.
	Conduct myself as a responsible adult when dealing with the Players; both legally and ethically.
	Plan and supervise practice sessions that are instructive as well as fun.
	To motivate and teach with positive reinforcement.
	Notify the Board of incidents which may compromise the integrity of the Team or Club.
	Abide by the rules, policies, and procedures of the Team and Club.
	Ensure that players wear their uniforms in a proper and complete fashion.
	Display a positive attitude towards all players, parents, and officials.
	Develop positive "life" qualities (i.e. discipline, teamwork, etc.) in Players.
	Respect the game officials and their decisions.
	Set schedules and inform players of all activities.
	Refrain from using profane or vulgar language in the presence of Players.
	Provide honest and truthful evaluations of the Player’s skill.