How to Follow a Code of Conduct for Youth Soccer Players

In negotiating the world of youth soccer, it is helpful to the players, the coach and the parents/guardians to understand what is expected of them. A player code of conduct helps establish the rules.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Water Bottles

1. Arrive on time. Players should arrive, at a minimum, 10 minutes before practice and 30 minutes before games. Tardiness or absence without notification or good cause may result in reduced playing time.

2. Dress appropriately. The proper equipment should be worn, along with sufficient clothing in cold weather. A water bottle should also be brought, no matter what the weather.

3. Leave the jewelry at home. For safety reasons, absolutely no jewelry should be worn to play soccer at any time. This includes hair clips as well.

4. Check glasses and mouth guards. Sports glasses are recommended for those who require glasses. Mouth guards are used according to the advice of a dentist or orthodontist.

5. Tie back your hair. Long hair should not be loose. In general, hair should not be in the face.

6. Show respect. Players must respect coaches and officials and exhibit good sportsmanship to all others involved in the game.

Tips & Warnings

• Offer to help. Younger players should expect that parents/guardians will assist them in following the code of conduct. Verbalize your intention to help.
• Be responsible for yourself. Older players should fill their own water bottles, carry their own bags, and be dressed and ready to go on time.
• Start them early. Help players to follow the code without your help, right from the start.
• Chow down. Players should make sure they are properly fed and hydrated for both practices and games.

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on 11/22/2005 A water bottle is needed, but make sure to have the name of the owner on the water bottle. Use a permanent marker, if possible. Label those water bottles!