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Wellesley Soccer Code of Conduct

 

Kids play soccer because they love it and because it is fun. As parents and coaches, we must all realize that, for kids, positive participation is always more important than excellence. The personal and social development that comes from being part of a team is one of the most enriching experiences offered by the game. We must continue to live the values of fun and fair play, respect, integrity and teamwork with a balanced perspective of expectations and definition of success. We must celebrate our good experiences with this great game.

 

Players:

Be committed to your team. This includes practices and games.  Be ready to play (full uniform, no hats or jewelry) Show respect to all coaches, teammates, opponents, referees and spectators.  Be a leader on and off the field.  Understand the rules and play by them.  Accept discipline from match officials without argument. Set realistic goals and practice hard to achieve them. Winning is great. Improving your skills through hard work is equally great. Report concerns to your coach.

 

Parents:

Be a role model to all players. Ensure your players are ready to play (full uniform, no hats or jewelry). Show respect to all coaches, players, referees and spectators.  Leave the coaching to the coaches. Do not yell from the sidelines. Applaud both teams and celebrate the efforts of all players. Understand the rules, and trust that match officials will enforce them. Accept mistakes and do not challenge match officials. It is a fast game on a big field, and it is hard to see everything that happens. Set realistic goals and practice with your player. Remember your player plays soccer for their enjoyment, celebrate this first. Report concerns to your coach.

Coaches:

Be a role model to all players. Ensure your players are ready to play (full uniform, no hat or jewelry). Show respect to all coaches, players, referees and spectators. Coach during practices and when players come off the field. Stay in the coaches area during games. Understand the rules, and trust that match officials will enforce them. Accept mistakes and do not challenge match officials. It is a fast game on a big field, and it is hard to see everything that happens on. Ensure fair playing time. This is not a rep league. Report concerns to your league convenor.

Harassment Policy:

Harassment is defined as a comment, conduct or gesture directed toward an individual or group of individuals that is insulting, intimidating, humiliating, malicious, degrading, offensive or harmful.

This policy will deal with harassment that fits the definition above. Harassment is considered, but not limited to the following:

Dealing with Complaints about Harassment

If you do not feel comfortable confronting the person responsible for the Harassment, please contact your child’s league convenor, who will address the issue with the executive.

Confirmed Harassment can lead to suspension and/or expulsion from the league.