Manager's Code Of Conduct......

All managers and coaches should follow the guidelines as laid out below;

Obligations to the game

·Managers and Coaches must respect the rights, dignity and worth of each player and treat them equally.

·Managers and Coaches must place the well being and safety of each player above all considerations, which will include the development of that player.

·Managers and Coaches must adhere to the guidelines as laid down by the Football Association.

·Managers and Coaches must not exert undue influence to obtain any personal benefits or rewards.

·Managers and Coaches must encourage players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performances.

·Managers and Coaches must ensure that any activities they direct are suitable for the ages, maturity and ability of the players concerned.

·Managers and Coaches should clarify exactly what is required from the players from the outset.

·Managers and Coaches should advise players of what they are entitled to at the outset.

·Managers and Coaches should fully co-operate with other coaching specialists, officials, doctors and parents with regards to the best interests of their players.

·Managers and Coaches must always promote the positive aspects of Association Football.

·Managers and Coaches shall not tolerate or partake in the use of foul and abusive or inappropriate language or violence.

·Managers and Coaches should always set the bench mark with regard to standards of behaviour and appearance.

Smoking and Alcohol

· Managers/Coaches should under no circumstances partake in the smoking of any substance, including nicotine, or the consumption of alcohol at anytime throughout the duration of matches or training sessions including pre match, half time or full time. If such activities are to be undertaken they must be done so sensibly, with consideration for others and at the appropriate times and in the appropriate location ie in the players lounge/bar and in designated 'smoking area' as directed by the host venue after the match has finished. It is an offence, according to the F.A. to consume alcohol in the immediate vicinity of a football pitch especially on the touch line. Managers/Coaches should strive to be positive role models, promoting healthy lifestyles and setting a positive example to both their own players and parents and also those of the visiting team and should seriously consider whether involvement in either of the above actions helps promote this.