SOSA Codes of Conduct

Coaching Code of Conduct

• Never ridicule players for making mistakes
• Always be a role model to your players
• Ensure all equipment and facilities meet all safety requirements
• Show respect for all opponents and referees, and your players will do likewise
• Always be upbeat and positive and always set realistic technical goals for your players
• Always ask your players for their opinion
• Dress like a coach and know your subject

Player Code of Conduct

• Always be punctual for games and practices and be committed to your team
• Temper tantrums and disrespecting referees will only spoil the game for everyone
• Always show respect for your coach and teammates, referees, and your opponents
• Winning is great, improving your skills through hard work is equally great
• Play by the rules, "understand the rules"

Parent Code of Conduct

• Your behavior at soccer games must always be exemplary
• Remember you child plays soccer for their enjoyment, not yours
• Do not ridicule referees
• Applaud both teams, respect the efforts of all players
• Support all attempts to remove violence from children sport
• Never be late, remember your child depends on your punctuality