CODE OF CONDUCT
CLUB, COACH, PARENT, PLAYER
CLUB
We WILL:
Treat others with respect and dignity, including all officials, spectators, coaches, and players, whether from the club or opposition
Be humble in victory and gracious in defeat
Support each other to create a positive and welcoming club environment
Promote a conducive environment, where skill development, enjoyment and teamwork are promoted
Take ownership in ensuring that we are up to date with all club rules, policies and are aligned with the values of the club
We WILL NOT:
Tolerate abusive or threatening behaviour towards anyone at the club
Act violently towards any player, official, coach, or engage in offensive language towards them
Bully or intimidate team-mates or the opposition
Challenge the decision of the officials or coaches, or interfere with practise or the game at any instance

COACH
We WILL:
Respects the game and everyone involved in it
Encourages fair play and sportsmanship amongst our players
Remember that youth are here to learn and develop, above all else
Always maintains their integrity and discipline and encourage our players to do the same
Acts as a role model to everyone during match days and encourage all to the club values
Develop the priority skills for our players:
- Creativity, Awareness, Resilience, Decision Making, Self-Organisation


PARENT
- No consumption of alcohol on any of the ACS premises
We WILL:
Place the emotive / physical well-being and development of our youth first, before the result of the game
Offer constructive comments, instead of criticism and encourage teamwork and sportsmanship amongst the players
Remember that heart and commitment is more important than outcome
Treat the officials and coaches with respect, and remember that their decision is final, and that they are in no position to impact the game
Maintain their discipline, and act as a good role model to all youth
PLAYER
We WILL:
Respect the decision of the officials, team managers and coaches
Treat our team-mates and opposition with respect and dignity
Look out for the welfare of our teammates
Encourages fair play and sportsmanship, both on and off the pitch
Remain disciplined throughout the game and practise, and sets a good example for all players
Opposes any form of cheating carried out by the opposition or teammates
Remember that team-mates’ effort and development is more important than the result of the game