Coaches, Team Managers & Club Officials Code of Conduct

Play your part and support The FA’s Code of Respect

On and off the field, I will: 

• Always show respect to everyone involved in the game 
• Stick to the rules and celebrate the spirit of the game 
• Encourage fair play and high standards of behaviour 
• Always respect the Referee and encourage players to do the same 
• Never enter the field of play without the referee’s permission 
• Never engage in, or tolerate offensive, insulting or abusive behaviour 
• Be aware of the potential impact of bad language on others 
• Be gracious in victory and defeat 
• Respect the facilities home and away 

When working with players, I will: 

• Place the well-being, safety and enjoyment of each player above everything 
• Never tolerate any form of bullying 
• Ensure all activities are suited for the players’ ability and age 
• Work with others (e.g. officials, doctors, welfare officers, physiotherapists) for each player’s best interests 

I understand that if I do not follow the Code, I may be: 

• Required to meet with the club or league Welfare Officer or your CFA Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO). 
• Suspended by the club from attending matches 
• Suspended or fined by the County FA 
• Required to leave, lose my position and/or have my license withdrawn