Code of Conduct - Spectators
- Spectators must stand at least ONE metre back from the touchline
- Spectators must not obscure the linesman's view or impede the game
- Spectators must not stand behind the goal or attempt to distract players
- No spectator should enter the field of play
- The team manager and coaches should only cross the touchline, on to the field of play, when invited to do so by the referee or linesman
The following will not be tolerated at this club:
- Adults who make racist remarks. (Players or adult members who are proven to have made racists remarks will have their club membership cancelled immediately)
- Abuse and criticism from any adult on the touchline
- Aggressive 'coaching' and the issuing of instructions to players which contain abuse or an implied threat towards an opponent.
- Coaches who verbally criticise or abuse their own players for mistakes.
- Coaches and spectators who ridicule and criticise the officials directly or via an overloud 'commentary' to spectators.
Please provide a positive model of behaviour by:
- Congratulating skilful performance and effort by all players.
- Recognising that our players are individuals who should be encouraged to realise their potential by positive advice and discussion before and after the game.
- Recognising that every result is a learning opportunity for the young player and the role of adults is to highlight what has been achieved, even in defeat.
PLEASE: If you are the sort of person who finds the 'red mist' descends without warning STAY AT HOME. Adults who engage in abusive or racist behaviour at our fixtures, home or away, will also be reported to the GFA and if appropriate the civil authorities.
Remember, the youngsters are playing for their pleasure not yours!