Club Information

Sunderland Leon Fc is committed to treating all people equally and with respect irrespective of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation and are committed to follow FA guidelines to be a sport that is open, accessible and relevant to all.

CODE OF CONDUCT (PARENTS & GUARDIANS / MATCHDAY COACHES / PLAYERS)

Expectations and attitudes have a significant bearing on a child’s attitude towards: Officials, Other players, Managers, Spectators All parents / spectators within our club are to be positive and encouraging towards all of the children, not just their own All parents are desired to: Applaud the opposition as well as your own team. Avoid coaching the child during the game this is only allowed by the coach Not to shout and scream on a matchday or training day and not to give instructions to players. Respect the referee’s decision. Give attention to each of the children involved in football not just the most talented.

Give encouragement to everyone to participate in football. Avoid confrontation with people involved within the club and oppositions No parents are allowed onto the training pitch during match day or training. All parents / Spectators within our club are requested to agree and adhere to our club’s Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy.

Parents are asked not to post any messages on any form of social media which is abusive or disrespectful to any other members of Leon FC or teams Social media groups and posts must be respected, and the correct terminology used when the club's name is being used. Abuse in any social media groups may result in a player / parent / guardian leaving the club Parents are reminded that players may be moved to a different team of the same age group, if the coaching staff feels it may be in the best interests of the development of the player.

All players are desired to: For this club to run smoothly and efficiently and provide the best possible service for everyone, registered players and their parents must agree to the following when they become a member of the club. Make every effort to develop their own sporting abilities, in terms of skill, technique, tactics and stamina. Give maximum effort and strive for the best possible performance during a game, even if his team is in a position where the desired result has already been achieved. Set a positive example for others, particularly young players and supporters. Avoid all forms of gamesmanship, and time wasting. Always have regard to the best interests of the game, including where publicly expressing an opinion on the game and any particular aspect of it, including others involved in the game. Not use inappropriate language. Show respect Obligations towards one’s own team, A player should: Make every effort consistent with Fair Play and the Laws of the Game to help his own team win. Resist any influence which might, or might be seen to, bring into question his commitment to the team winning.

Respect for the Laws of the Game and competition rules, A player should: Know and abide by the Laws, rules and spirit of the game, and the competition rules. Accept success and failure, victory and defeat, equally. Respect towards Opponents, A player should: Treat opponents with due respect at all times, irrespective of the result of the game. Safeguard the physical fitness of opponents, avoid violence and rough play, and help injured opponents. Respect towards the Match Officials, A player should: Accept the decision of the Match Official without protest. Avoid words or actions which may mislead a Match Official. Show due respect towards Match Officials. Respect towards Team Officials, A player should; Abide by the instructions of their Coach and Team Officials, provided they do not contradict the spirit of this Code.

Show due respect towards the Team Officials of the opposition. Obligations towards the Supporters, A player should: Show due respect to the interests of supporters.

A player should: Attend all training sessions and matches unless you are unable to play, if the player does not attend training sessions this could be detrimental to the player playing in matches. Wear the correct kit for all training and matches. Let the team manager know as soon as possible if you are unable to play or attend training. Arrange transport in conjunction with the team manager, to training sessions and matches. Fair Play and respect for all others in the game is fundamentally important.

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