We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game.
The Woottons FC supports The FA’s Respect programme to ensure football is enjoyed in a safe and positive environment.
Play your part and observe The FA’s Respect Code of Conduct for spectators and parents/carers at all times.
- Remain outside the field of play and behind the Designated Spectator Area (where provided).
- Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour.
- Always respect the match officials' decisions.
- Applaud effort and good play as well as success.
When attending youth games, I will:
- Remember that children play for FUN.
- Let the coaches do their job and avoid confusing players by giving instructions.
- Encourage players to respect the opposition and match officials.
- Never criticise a player for making a mistake — mistakes are part of learning.
I understand that breaches of the code may result in action being taken by my County FA.
It is important that everyone behaves themselves when playing football.
As a player, you have a big part to play. The FA asks every player to follow this Respect Code of Conduct.
When playing football, I will:
- Always do my best, even if we’re losing or the other team is stronger.
- Play fairly — I won’t cheat, complain or waste time.
- Never be rude to my team-mates, the other team, the referee, spectators or my coach/team manager.
- Do what the referee tells me.
- Shake hands with the other team and referee at the end of the game.
- Listen to my coach/team manager and respect what they say.
- Talk to someone I trust (parents or club welfare officer) if I’m unhappy about anything at my club.
