Nantwich Town Youth FC - Code of Conduct for all Managers, Coaches, Club officials, Parents and Spectators

Children as you know, develop differently and at different rate. They react differently to the same pressures. At Nantwich Town Youth Football Club we are attempting to give all the young people who play soccer a good and worthwhile experience.

The relationships with all the adults at the matches and at training must be positive, sporting and above all part of the example adults should be setting for the young people in their charge. Young people are not playing to satisfy your ambitions. You have a responsibility to encourage young people to play by the rules and spirit of the game.

Teamwork and effort are as important as winning. You should accept losing without undue disappointment. Young people are involved for their enjoyment -not yours! Do not allow your winning side to gloat over their victory. Never ridicule or shout at a young person for making a mistake or for losing. Praise them or keep quiet. Set an example - applaud good play by both teams. Never publicly question the referees decisions. Never doubt his honesty or integrity. Help remove all verbal and physical abuse in soccer. Recognise the value and importance of the coaches who give up their time to help young people.