Concordia Soccer Club: Coaching Ethics

Wednesday, August 29
Coaching Ethics

PURPOSE

This Code of Coaching Ethics has been developed to clarify and define standards of professional, ethical, and moral behavior from coaches affiliated with the Concordia Soccer Club.

 

ARTICLE I – RESPONSIBILITIES TO PLAYERS

-          Coaches shall not place the value of winning over the safety and welfare of players.

-          Coaches shall instruct players to play within the Laws of the Game and within the spirit of the game at all times.

-          Coaches shall not seek unfair advantage by teaching unsporting behavior to players.

-          Coaches shall not encourage, condone, or tolerate inappropriate behavior from players in any situation.

-          Coaches shall not encourage players to violate any Law of the Game or any rule of competition established by the Concordia Soccer Club and member organizations.

-          Coaches shall not encourage, condone, or permit any player to violate any bylaw, rule, or policy of the Concordia Soccer Club.

-          Coaches shall not discourage, deter, or deny players the right of advancement to participate in training or competition at a higher level.

-          Coaches shall direct players to seek proper medical attention for injuries and to follow instructions received from health care professionals regarding treatment and rehabilitation.

 

ARTICLE II – RESPONSIBILITY TO OPPONENTS

-          Coaches shall afford to opponents the respect expected by the Laws of Game and the spirit of competition.

-          Coaches shall not encourage, condone, or permit any player to engage in conduct with the intent of causing injury to an opponent.

-          Coaches shall not engage in any physical or verbal confrontation with any opposing player, coach, or supporter.

 

ARTICLE III – RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE GAME

-          Coaches shall be aware of the Laws of the Game and shall adhere to the letter and spirit of the Laws of the Game.

-          Coaches shall provide instruction to players on the meaning and application of the

Laws of the Game.

-          Coaches shall accept the responsibilities of team leadership and shall be accountable for the conduct of the players, team officials, and spectators affiliated with their teams.

 

ARTICLE IV – RESPONSIBILITY TO OFFICIALS

-          Coaches shall extend respect and courtesy to officials.

-          Coaches shall not incite players, team officials, or spectators into conduct towards officials that is contrary to the Laws of the Game.

-          Coaches shall not make demeaning or derogatory comments or gestures directed towards any official.

-          Coaches shall use their influence and authority to deter inappropriate conduct by supporters towards officials and opponents.

 

ARTICLE V – RESPONSIBILITY TO THE CONCORDIA SOCCER CLUB AND MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS

-          Coaches shall comply with the rules, policies, and procedures established the Concordia Soccer Club and applicable Member Organization.

-          Coaches shall refer disputes, appeals, and disciplinary reports to proper authorities as designed by the Concordia Soccer Club and the applicable Member Organization.

-          Coaches shall not encourage, condone, or permit any player, team official, or surrogate to violate any bylaw, rule, or policy of the Concordia Soccer Club or its Member Organizations.

 

 

I have read this Code of Coaching Ethics. I understand its requirements and agree to abide by the letter and spirit of this Code of Coaching Ethics.

 

 

 


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