Welcome - Soccer Registration

Welcome - Soccer Registration

PARENTS CODE OF CONDUCT!!

Parents Code of Conduct

While winning is important, I recognize that fair play is the essence of the game.

I will set a good example to my child by behaving at all times in accordance with the following:

I will not openly criticize the referees before, during or after games.

I will not openly criticize our opponents or engage in arguments with their parents or officials during or after games.

I will only give positive feedback to players on both teams.

I will cheer at all games within the spirit of fair play.

I will be mindful of our opponents' feelings when cheering for our team in lop-sided games.

I will do my best to teach my player to become a student of the game and do likewise.

I will show the quality of our sportsmanship during and after each and every match and encourage my child to congratulate opponents and match officials after every game.

I will do my very best to have my child on time and prepared for every match.

I understand that improper behavior at a match, practice or other Millbury Soccer-sponsored event may result in a parent being asked to leave the field or the event by a referee, coach or team manager.

I understand that, upon review of improper behavior by the Board of Directors of Millbury Soccer Club and Mass Youth Soccer, a parent can, and will if necessary, be suspended from watching their child play should such behavior be considered rude or otherwise offensive.

I will leave the coaching to the coach and refrain from giving my child or any teammate any instructions during training or games.

I will endeavor to give timely notice (more than 24h) to my coach should my player be unable to attend a team event.

Should I have a Soccer-related concern regarding my player, I agree to reflect for at least 24h rule before raising the issue with the coach.

Massachusetts CODE OF CONDUCT

Mass Youth Soccer Codes of Conduct

and Zero Tolerance Policy

The Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association Board of Directors recently approved the implementation of Codes of Conduct for Coaches, Parents, Players and Referees and a Zero Tolerance Policy by unanimous consent.

The Mass Youth Soccer Codes of Conduct and Zero Tolerance Policy were developed over a number of months of consultation and collaboration with League and Member Organization leaders, Massachusetts State Referee Committee and other State Associations utilizing best practices from other Leagues, States and US Soccer appropriate for our programs.

The adoption of the Codes of Conduct and Zero Tolerance Policy linked below is a requirement for all member organizations effective February 1. 2023.

Additions have been made to Mass Youth Soccer’s existing required registration language detailing that the registrant has read, understands and agrees to adhere to the Mass Youth Soccer Codes of Conduct and Zero Tolerance Policy.It is a requirement that all member organizations reference the Mass Youth Soccer Codes of Conduct and Zero Tolerance Policy in registration language for players, coaches, referees and volunteers beginning with the Fall 2023 season.

Codes of Conduct are located on the Safe Soccer section of the Mass Youth Soccer website.https://www.mayouthsoccer.org/codes-of-conduct/

We appreciate your support in creating safe and enjoyable playing environments for youth players in Massachusetts. The updated Mass Youth Soccer Codes of Conduct and Zero Tolerance Policy will be vital references and tools to train and educate coaches, parents, players and referees, set uniformity and consistency of expected behaviors across the commonwealth, and ensure violations of expected conduct are addressed appropriately.

David Amidon

President

Massachusetts Youth Soccer

Mass Youth Soccer

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