TYSA Code of Conduct
All coaches, parents and players must agree and abide to the TYSA Code of Conduct. Violations to the Code of Conduct may result in, but are not limited to:
- Warning
- Suspension
- Expulsion
TYSA relies upon the support of volunteers, and in particular, volunteer coaches for recreational soccer. Any negative behavior against coaches (and staff), players, parents and/or unpaid volunteers may result in disciplinary action. Except for egregious circumstances (such as posing a physical harm or threat), breaking the Code of Conduct will result in a warning first. The Executive Director has authority to issue disciplinary warnings. Subsequent instances will result in further action being taken. All suspensions and expulsions will be made at the discretion of the TYSA Board of Directors. Other misbehavior not listed below may also be reviewed for censure at the discretion of the TYSA Board of Directors.
If a parent has any issues with a coach, volunteer or TYSA staff member, please make the time to see that individual personally before resorting to emails or voice mails to express your dissatisfaction. Please consider waiting 24 hours after the occurrence as time adds clarity. If you cannot get your issue resolved, please notify the Executive Director or a member of the Board of Directors of your grievance.
Parental Code of Conduct
- I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care and encouragement for my child participating in a TYSA program.
- I will not behave negatively at games or practices in ways that would misrepresent myself or TYSA.
- I will treat referees, coaches, parents and players with respect.
- I will not interrupt the coach during the match or practice for non-emergency purposes.
- I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches and officials at every game and practice.
- I will never use profanity during matches or practices.
- I will have my child attend every practice and game that I can.
- I will notify my child’s coach if they will miss or be late for a practice or game.
- I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of a personal desire to win.
- I will insist that my child plays in a safe and healthy environment.
- I will ask my child to treat other players, coaches, fans and officials with respect regardless of race, sex, creed or ability.
- I will remember that soccer is sport and that it should be fun for my child!
Player Code of Conduct
- I hereby pledge to be positive about my soccer experience.
- I will encourage good sportsmanship from fellow players, coaches, officials and parents at every game and practice by demonstrating good sportsmanship.
- I will not willingly injure another player or act in a way that may cause injury.
- I will never use profanity during matches or practices.
- I will attend every practice and game that I can and will notify my coach if I will be absent or late.
- I will do my very best to listen and learn from my coaches.
- I will treat my coaches, other players, officials and fans with respect regardless of race, sex, creed or abilities; and I will expect to be treated accordingly.
- I will do my very best in school.
- I will remember that participating in soccer is an opportunity to learn and have fun!
Coaches Code of Conduct
- I will teach respect to my players through demonstrating respect by not yelling, arguing or treating referees, opposing teammates, players and parents disrespectfully.
- I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my players ahead of a personal desire to win.
- I will never use profanity during matches or practices.
- I will do my best to provide a safe playing environment for my players.
- I will do my best to organize practices that are fun and challenging for all my players.
- I will lead by example in demonstrating fair play and sportsmanship to all my players.
- I will be knowledgeable in the rules of soccer.
- I will use appropriate coaching techniques for the age group that I am teaching.
- I will remember that soccer should be fun for the players!