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Pitman Soccer Assoc.
P.O. Box 326
Pitman, NJ 08071
. . . To foster in our youth the ideals of good sportsmanship, teamwork, honesty, loyalty, courage, fair play, respect for authority, and enjoyment of the game of soccer.
Code of Conduct
During registration the players and their parents signed PSA Code of Conduct paperwork along with other waivers. Below are the items that you have agreed upon as a member of the Pitman Soccer Association
From the PSA Registration Form....
Please Read and Sign Below:
The Pitman Soccer Association expects all coaches, players, and parents to act in a publicly appropriate manner at all events. At any game, adults will be responsible for paying a fine issued because of their behavior, as determined by a referee. In addition, players who continually disrupt the enjoyment of the game for their peers or coaches will be removed from the program without reimbursement.
Parent/Guardian Signature:____________________
Parental Code of Conduct
I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care and encouragement for each player participating in the PSA soccer program by following this Code of Ethics:
- You are your child’s number one role model! Present the best example of character and behavior at all games and practices.
- Comments such as “good play” and “nice try” are fine, but do not coach or give tactical advice during games. Allow the coach to coach the team! Be an enthusiastic, positive supporter of the coaches’ work during games and practices, by your actions and words.
- Help the coach aid your player by making certain that your child is on time and properly equipped for all practices and games. If you cannot stay for practices, be sure to pick your player up as soon as practice ends.
- Support the team, club, and league as they strive to give your child a positive experience. Volunteer when you can. Say “thanks” to those who give their free time to the sport of soccer. I will follow the guidelines of the PSA, SJSL, SJGSL, NJYSA, and USSF.
- Treat all participants (players, coaches, referees and spectators) with the same respect that you would want for yourself and your child. Verbal abuse will not be tolerated in any shape or form.
- Learn all you can about the game. Before you attempt to interpret the Laws of the Game, be sure you know and understand them. Referees are there to maintain discipline and fair play. Always accept their decisions without arguing, and help them to help you enjoy the game.
- Show good sportsmanship by appreciating good play by both teams. Try to meet the parents of the other team. It is much harder to disrespect someone if you know him or her. Remember that without an opponent there can be no game.
- Teach your child how to be a good sport by encouraging them to be a gracious winner and helping them to find positives in a losing effort. Do not condone violent or dishonest play.
Parent/Guardian Name (printed):_______________________
Player(s)Name:_____________________________________
I sign this as a representative of the parents/guardians of the above named player(s) Parent/Guardian Signature:_________________________
Player’s Code of Ethics
While I am playing for a team in the PSA Soccer program, I will abide by the following list of ethics:
- I will strive to play to the best of my ability for my teammates and myself.
- Good Sportsmanship is a cornerstone of my team attitude.
- I will play by the rules.
- I will respect the referee.
- I will attend every practice and game that I can, prepared physically (water, ball, cleats, shin guards already on) and mentally. I will inform my coach when I cannot.
- I will treat my teammates with the same respect I want them to have for me. Always being positive and leaving the teaching and correction to my coaches.
- I will listen and learn from my coaches, always showing them respect.
- I am responsible for my own actions.
- I will not swear or use bad language.
- I will do my best in school.
- I will be humble in victory and graceful in defeat.
Player’s Name (printed):_______________________
Player’s Signature:___________________________
Coach’s Code of Ethics
I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care and encouragement for each player participating in the PSA soccer program by following this Code of Ethics:
- I will support the mission of the PSA and follow its guidelines, as well as the guidelines of the SJSL, SJGSL, NJYSA, and USSF.
- I will remember that playing sports is an opportunity to learn and have fun.
- I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating a positive attitude toward all players, parents and officials. I will provide a positive perspective on competition by stressing humble winning and graceful losing.
- I will demand that the players play within the rules of the game and lead by example, showing respect to the referee.
- I will remember that the game is for the players and not for the adults.
- I will place the emotional and physical well being of each player ahead of any personal desire to win. I will praise in public and criticize in private. I will give equal attention to all players. I will be consistent, relevant and fair in my use of discipline.
- I will encourage the players on my team to maintain high academic standards in their school environment
- I will communicate the team goals and expectations to the parents and players.
- I will minimize sideline or over-coaching and set an example for players and parents.
- I will attend every practice and game that is reasonably possible and notify those involved when I cannot. I will also be reasonable in regard to the length of practice time.
- I will do my best to prepare myself in the knowledge of sound coaching principles involved in the game.
- I will refrain from improper language.
Coach’s Name (printed):___________________________
Coach’s Signature:_______________________________
New Jersey Youth Soccer
Information regarding your membership within the NJYS can be found on the Player Membership Form and the Medical Release Form found at the following website...http://www.njyouthsoccer.com/regforms/regmain2.htm
South Jersey Leagues
Please also familiarize yourself with the SJSL(boys) and SJGSL(girls) rules.
July 2008
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