Coaches Code of Conduct

 All team coaches will abide by a Code of Conduct which includes the following provisions:

  1.  There will be no smoking on the field at games or practice. 

  2. Do not criticize players in front of spectators, but reserve constructive criticism for private or in the presence of the team members. Praise in public, Reprimand in private.

  3. Accept decisions of the game official on the field as being fair and called to the best of the ability of said official. Do not argue with officials.

  4. Don’t criticize opposing coaches, players, or fans by gestures or comments.

  5. Emphasize that winning is the result of hard play and team work.

  6. Coaches and game officials are jointly responsible for the conduct of the team, fans, and spectators.  Any fan who becomes a nuisance should be asked to leave.

  7. Refrain from running up the score. A team that gets a commanding lead should make every effort to play all of the players on the bench.

  8. Refrain from using profanity and abusive language.

  9. Do not permit ineligible players to participate in practice or games.

 10. Do not incite unsportsmanlike conduct.

 11. Abstain from drinking alcoholic beverages on field, at games, or at practices. Do not come to games or practices under the influence of alcoholic beverages or mind altering drugs.

 12. Remove any player from a game or practice whenever the slightest doubt exists that the player's health is in danger until he can be examined or competent medical advice is available.

 13. Control your fans. Remember, you are responsible for your team and fan reaction, which will usually be in step with your conduct as the coach.

14. Uphold all rules and regulations and amendments to these sections of the North County Football League.