Big Lake Soccer Association

BIG LAKE SOCCER ASSOCIATION

CODE OF ETHICS

I will be aware that I have a tremendous influence, for either good or ill, on the education of the student athlete and, thus, will never place the value is winning above the value of instilling the highest ideals of character.

I will demonstrate the honor and dignity of the Big Lake Soccer Association at all times when I am in contact with student-athletes, officials, athletic directors, school administrators, the Big Lake Soccer Association, the media, and the public.

I will take an active role in the prevention of drug, alcohol and tobacco abuse.

I will master the contest rules and will teach them to my team members. I will not seek an advantage by circumvention of the spirit or letter of the rules.

I will exert my influence to enhance sportsmanship by spectators, athletes, and other coaches both directly and by working with members of the association and all parties affiliated with the program.

I will respect and support contest officials, program directors, coaches, and all teams. I will not indulge in conduct that would incite players or spectators to rally against the officials, program directors, coaches or teams. I believe public criticism of officials, players, program directors or coaches is unethical. I will meet and exchange greetings before and after the game to set the correct tone for the event.

I will not exert pressure on faculty members to give student-athletes special consideration.

I will demonstrate respectable behavior before, during and following competitions at home events or while away at other communities and discourage others from behaving inappropriately.

My signature below confirms my agreement to the above-stated “Code of Ethics”. As a coach/assistant coach/parent involved in the Big Lake Soccer Association program, I agree to maintain and demonstrate good sportsmanship to all players, coaches, spectators, and members of the Big Lake Soccer Association. I acknowledge that disrespectful behavior such as taunting or criticism of players, coaches, and game officials is unacceptable at any level. I understand that should this behavior be demonstrated (on or off the field), the Program Director/BLSA Board Members will remove the offending player(s), coaches or spectators from participation until such a time that the BLSA Soccer board can be assured no further problems will occur.

FIFA Player Code of Conduct

Play the game for the game's sake.

Be generous when you win.

Be graceful when you lose.

Be fair always no matter what the cost.

Obey the laws of the game.

Work for the good of your team.

Accept the decisions of the officials with good grace.

Believe in the honesty of your opponents.

Conduct yourself with honor and dignity.

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