Silsden Juniors A.F.C Parents / Spectators Code of Conduct

We as a club will not tolerate Foul and Abusive Language
Foul and Abusive language used could result in yourself and your child/children been banned from the club

Parents / Spectators have a great influence on children’s enjoyment and success in football. All children play football because they first and foremost love the game – it’s fun.

It is important to remember that however good a child becomes at football within our club it is important to reinforce to all parents / spectators that positive encouragement will contribute to:

• Children enjoying football.
• A sense of personal achievement.
• Self-esteem.
• Improving the child’s skills and techniques.

A parent’s / spectator’s expectations and attitudes have a significant bearing on a child’s attitude towards:

• Other players.
• Officials.
• Managers.
• Spectators.

We expect that all parents / spectators within our club are always positive and encouraging towards all of the children not just their own.

We will encourage parents / spectators to:

• Applaud the opposition as well as your own team.
• Avoid coaching the child during the game.
• Not to shout and scream.
• 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.

We would also like to ensure that parents / spectators within our club agree and adhere to our club’s Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policies.Copies of which can be obtained from any club official.