• Play according to the rules and spirit
of the game.
• Be on time and be prepared for matches
and training sessions.
• Display self-control in all situations.
Never use foul or abusive language – before, during
or after a game or training session.
• Never be afraid to approach your Coach.
If you have concerns regarding the game, other team members,
the coaching or coaching staff, you must voice your concerns
in order for us to deal with it.
• Train and play to the best of your
ability, have a positive attitude and encourage others to
do the same.
• Respect the opposition. Treat them
as you would like them to treat you.
• Respect the referee. Never dispute
his or her decisions. They are only human and they make mistakes,
just like you.
• Turn up for training and matches
in appropriate and clean clothing.
Community:
Inter Cheadle J.F.C. will take into account the feelings of
the community when making decisions.
Equality:
Inter Cheadle J.F.C. is opposed to discrimination of any form
and will promote measures to prevent it, in whatever form,
from being expressed.
Participation:
Inter Cheadle J.F.C. is committed to a constitution that will
allow appropriate consultation at all levels of the game.
Young People:
Inter Cheadle J.F.C. acknowledges the extent of its influence
over young people and pledges to set a positive example.
Propriety:
Inter Cheadle J.F.C. acknowledges that public confidence demands
the highest standards of financial and administrative behavior.
Corruption or improper practices will NOT be tolerated.
Trust and Respect:
Inter Cheadle J.F.C. is committed to uphold a relationship
of mutual trust and respect with all those involved in football.
Violence:
Inter Cheadle J.F.C. deplores the use of violence in the game
at all levels.
Fairness:
Inter Cheadle J.F.C. is committed to fairness with all involved
in the game.
Integrity:
Inter Cheadle J.F.C. is committed to the principle of playing
to win (except in early junior years) consistent with fair
play.
1. Coaches must respect the right, dignity
and worth of each and every person and treat each equally
within the context of the sport.
2. Coaches must place the well being and safety
of each player above all other considerations, including the
development of performance.
3. Coaches must adhere to all guidelines laid
down by governing bodies
4. Coaches must develop an appropriate working
relationship with each player based on mutual trust and respect.
5. Coaches must not use their position to obtain
person benefit or reward.
6. Coaches must encourage and guide players
to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance.
7. Coaches must ensure that the activities
they direct or advocate are appropriate for the age, maturity,
experience and ability of players.
8. Coaches should, at the outset, clarify with
the players (and where appropriate, the parent(s)) exactly
what is expected of them and also what they are entitled to
expect from their coach.
9. Coaches must co-operate fully with other
specialists (e.g. other coaches, officials, doctors etc) in
the best interests of the player.
10. Coaches must always promote the positive
aspects of the sport (e.g. fair play) and never condone violations
of the Laws of the Game, behaviour contrary to the spirit
of the Laws of the Game or relevant rules and regulations
or the use of prohibited substances or techniques.
11. Coaches must consistently display high
standards of behaviour and appearance.
12. Coaches must not use or tolerate inappropriate
language.
1. Make every effort to develop their own sporting
abilities in terms of skill, technique, tactics and stamina.
2. Give maximum effort and strive for the best
possible performance during a game, even if his team is in
a position where the desired result has already been achieved.
3. Set a positive example for others, particularly
young players and supporters.
4. Avoid all forms of gamesmanship and time-wasting.
5. Always have regard to the best interests
of the game, including when publicly expressing an opinion
on the game and any particular aspect of it, including others
in the game.
6. Not use inappropriate language.
Obligations towards one’s own
team:
A player playing for Inter Cheadle J.F.C. should:
1. Play for whichever team and in whichever
position selected by the management.
2. Make every effort consistent with fair play
and the Laws of the Game to help his own team win.
Respect for the Laws of the Game and
competition rules:
A player playing for Inter Cheadle J.F.C. should
1. Know and abide by the Laws, rules and spirit
of the game and the competition rules.
2. Accept success and failure, victory and
defeat, equally.
3. Resist any temptation to take banned substances
or use banned techniques.
Respect towards opponents:
A player playing for Inter Cheadle J.F.C. should:
1. Treat opponent with due respect at all time,
irrespective of the result of the game.
2. Safeguarding the physical fitness of opponents,
avoid violence and rough play and help injured opponents.
Respect towards Match Officials:
A player playing for Inter Cheadle J.F.C. should:
1. Accept the decision of the Match Official
without protest.
2. Avoid words or actions which may mislead
a Match Official.
3. Show due respect towards Match Officials.
Respect towards Team Officials:
A player playing for Inter Cheadle J.F.C. should:
1. Abide by the instructions of their Coach
and Team Officials, provided they do not contradict the spirit
of the Code.
2. Show due respect to the Team officials of
the Opposition.
Obligation towards the Supporters:
A player playing for Inter Cheadle J.F.C. should:
Show due respect to the interests of the supporters.
This code applies to all team / club officials
(although some items may not apply to all officials).
Obligation towards the game:
A team official of Inter Cheadle J.F.C. should:
1. Set a positive example for others, particularly
young players and supporters.
2. Promote and develop his own team having
regard to the interest of the players, supporters and the
reputation of the national game.
3. Share knowledge and experience when invited
to do so, taking into account the interests of the body that
has requested this rather than personal interests.
4. Avoid all forms of gamesmanship.
5. Show due respect to Match Officials and
others involved in the game.
6. Always have regard to the best interests
of the game, including where publicly expressing an opinion
of the game and any particular aspect of it, including others
involved in the game.
7. Not use or tolerate inappropriate language.
Obligation to the Team:
A team official of Inter Cheadle J.F.C. should:
1. Give priority to the interests of the team
over individual interests.
2. Resist all illegal or unsupporting influences
including banned substances and techniques.
Promote ethical principles:
3. Show due respect to the interests of players,
coaches and other officials at their own club / team and others.
Obligations towards the Supporters:
A team official of Inter Cheadle J.F.C. should:
1. Show their due respect to the interests
of supporters.
Respect towards the Match Officials:
A team official of Inter Cheadle J.F.C. should:
1. Accept the decisions of Match Officials
without protest.
2. Avoid words or actions which may mislead
a Match Official.
Code of Conduct
- Anti-Discrimination and Equal Opportunities Policies
Anti-Discrimination Policy:
Inter Cheadle J.F.C. is committed to confront and eliminate
discrimination whether by reason of sex, sexual orientation,
race, nationality, ethnic origin, colour, religion or disability.
Equal Opportunities Policy:
Inter Cheadle J.F.C. will not discriminate or in any way treat
anyone less favorably on grounds of sex, sexual orientation,
race, nationality, ethnic origin, colour, religion or disability.
This includes:
The advertisement for volunteers.
The selection of candidates for volunteers.
Courses.
External coaching and education activities
and awards.
Football development activities.
Selection for Teams.
Appointment to honorary positions.
Inter Cheadle J.F.C. will not tolerate sexual
or racially based harassment or other discriminatory behaviour
whether physical or verbal and will work to ensure that such
behaviour is met with appropriate action in whatever context
it occurs.
Inter Cheadle J.F.C. is committed to promote
the eradication of discrimination within its own organization
and in the wider context, within football as a whole.
All members are expected to abide by
the requirements of the Race Relations Act 1976, Sex Discrimination
Act 1986 and Disability Discrimination Act 1995.
If any member of Inter Cheadle J.F.C. feels
he /she has suffered discrimination in any way or that the
club Policies, Rules or Code of Conduct has been broken, he
/ she should:
1. Report the matter to the Club Secretary
or another member of the committee. The report should include:
(a) Details of what took place, where and
when.
(b) Any witness statements and names.
(c) Names of others who have been treated in a similar way.
(d) Details of any former complaints made about the incident,
when and to whom made.
(e) A preference for a solution to the incident.
2. The club’s Management Committee will
sit for any hearings that are
requested.
3. The club’s Management Committee will
have the power to:
(a) Warn as to future conduct
(b) Suspend from membership
(c) Remove from membership
any person found to have broken the club’s
Policies, Rules or Code of Conduct.
We would ask all concerned with Inter Cheadle
J.F.C. to do everything possible to see accidents are avoided.
Under no circumstances should goalposts be
used as gymnastic equipment. Goal Posts should be in good
condition, securely anchored to the ground and stable.
