CODE OF CONDUCTThe code sets out the standards we expect at S.G.F.C. in order to ensure our Club remains one of which we can be proud and is applicable to all Players, Parents, Managers, Coaches, Supporters and any other associated with Stoke Golding. F.C. The Principles of Stoke Golding Football Club.
Stoke Golding Football Club are committed to work in partnership with players and parents to provide a Club that offers all that is best in participating in sport. We shall try to ensure that the players: Have fun. Learn new skills. Improve their confidence. Learn how to become part of a team. Learn how to compete in a sporting manner.
We encourage all Players, Parents, Managers, Coaches, Supporters and any other associated with the Club in have pride and uphold the standards of Stoke Golding Football Club.
PLAYERS
Players shall: 1. Adopt the highest standard of sporting behaviour at all times when involved in a Club organised event.
Players will always: Give three cheers to our opponents at the end of a game. Shake hands with opponents and any officials after the game. Congratulate and encourage players who perform well. Encourage and stand by players who have played poorly. Respect our surroundings and those of our opponents.
Players will always avoid: Deliberately breaking the laws of any game. Pretending to be fouled or injured. Losing self-control or retaliating even when provoked. Verbally abusing anyone, be they opponent, official, supporter or fellow Club member. Opposing decisions made by officials or coaches.
2. Be prepared to involve themselves fully in games and training sessions and follow instructions given by the managers/coaches. 3. Be prepared to practice skills learnt in order to improve their game. 4. Have a positive attitude towards games and training sessions. 5. Keep high standards of punctuality and appearance. This includes keeping football boots clean, looking after Club supplied kit and tucking shirts inside shorts when playing a game. 6. Ensure that the required kit is brought to all games and training sessions. This includes shin pads, football boots, drink etc. 7. Pay all fees and subscriptions promptly. 8. Remember at all times that you are representing YOUR CLUB. PARENTS
Under FA rules the Club is responsible for the behaviour of spectators at matches and training sessions. In order that we encourage our children we must ensure that we set a faultless example. Parents must:
1. Meet high standards of behaviour when watching games or training sessions: Parents must not:
Coach their own child or any other child whilst they are on the field of play unless specifically requested to do so by the Team Manager. (This is most important as best intended parental coaching is often at odds with the Manager’s Team Game Plan). Be physically or verbally aggressive to anyone, be they opponent, official, supporter or fellow Club member. Question the decision of the match officials. Respect the Team Managers’ decisions.
2. Ensure that their child is punctual to all games and training sessions and that they bring the required personal equipment. 3. Inform the Team Manager as soon as possible if their child can not attend any game be it competitive or friendly. Managers have answer phones so there is no reason as to why they can not be contacted. 4. Be prepared to support their child in the practising of skills learnt in training sessions. 5. Respect the Club issued kit (including tracksuit and rain jacket) and ensures that it is kept clean and if necessary repaired. NOTE: All Club issued kit remains the property of the Club and if irreparably damaged shall be replaced at the cost of the parent. In the event of a player leaving the Club the kit must be returned in an acceptable condition as determined by the general condition of similar Club issued kit to others. IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT THAT A PARENT’S Behaviour IS UNACCEPTABLE THE CLUB RESERVES THE RIGHT TO EXCLUDE PARENTS FROM MATCHES AND TRAINING SESSIONS. MANAGERS AND COACHES
Managers and Coaches shall: 1. Operate within this code of conduct and within the rules set down by the League and FA. 2. Adopt a high standard of coaching by: Never ridiculing or singling out a player. Showing persistence, patience and commitment. Ensuring equality of treatment whilst abiding by the Club rule to field the strongest possible side in competitive matches. Promoting team spirit so that they play and train for the “good of all” Club members.
3. Never be physically or verbally insulting to anyone, be they opponent, official, supporter or fellow Club member. 4. Provide a safe environment for players by: Ensuring First Aid equipment is readily available at all times. Ensure players always wear shin pads and that boots are tied. Never use dangerous or unethical training practices.
5. Act as an ambassador of the Club when at matches by: 6. Carry out all Club business in a timely fashion, particularly with regards to the match records to either the League or FA. DISCIPLINE
In the unlikely event that the Club feels obliged to discipline Club members for non-adherence to the code they shall do so as according to Club rules. At times however it may be necessary to discipline players. The Team Managers who are authorised to issue verbal warnings with regard to conduct shall do this. They shall do so however only in the presence of another adult and away from the players’ peers. If the disciplinary matter is of a more serious nature the matter will be dealt with by the Committee who will invite the attendance of the players’ parent. HEALTH AND SAFETY
The Club will endeavour to ensure that all training sessions and matches are conducted in a safe environment. However accidents may occur and as such the Club will ensure the following provisions are maintained: First Aid kit available at all matches and training sessions. Mobile phones are always present in case of emergency. A qualified FA First Aider will be in attendance at training sessions and matches. Insurance cover for personal injury, death and public liability etc. is maintained for all players over 8 years. (Details available from the Club Secretary.)
TEAM SELECTION
Team Managers are charged under Club rule to ensure that they field as strong a team as possible in all competitive matches. Inevitably therefore team selection will often be based on ability with regard League / Cup matches. Managers are also charged however to ensure all registered players are involved in friendly matches. If your child is unfortunate enough not to be selected for a particular match please encourage him/her to remain with the Club as their time will more than likely come! COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE
In the event of a complaint, the issue should be discussed with the Team Rep or Manager. If this is not possible, the complaint should be made in writing or verbally to the Chairman, who will assess the nature of the complaint and decide on the course of action to be taken. All letters of complaint should be sent to Mr Phil Wakefield,
40c Hinckley Road,
Stoke Golding,
Nuneaton,
Warks.
CV13 6DU Tel: 01455 213130 Mobile: 07881 461356 CHILD PROTECTION
The Designated Child Protection Officer nominated by SGFC and the County FA is the Club Secretary. Any complaints regarding the safety and welfare of any children involved with the club, should be reported in strictest confidence to:
Mr Adrian Gascoigne Tel: 01455 635434
Mobile: 07708 263376
Email:
ade_gascoigne-01@tiscali.co.uk | 
