PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT

On and off the pitch, I will:

  • Always play the game fairly and in the right spirit.

  • Always play and train in keeping with the Northland Way

  • Listen carefully to what my coach tells me and train with focus

  • Encourage my teammates at all times

  • Always win, lose or draw with dignity, and be prepared to shake hands with match officials, opposition players and manager at full-time.’

  • Be aware of the impact of bad language; keep spectators and members of the public in mind.

  • Avoid criticising match officials. Accept that they make honest decisions and confronting them will not change it.

  • Never verbally abuse a match official, player or spectator

  • Never physically assault a match official, player or spectator.

  • Respect the facilities home & away

  • Be polite, respectful and helpful towards the coach, team manager, teammates and spectators.

I understand that if I do not follow the Code, I may:

  • Be asked to apologise to whoever I’ve upset

  • Receive a formal warning

  • Be dropped, substituted or suspended from training or the Club


COACH CODE OF CONDUCT

On and off the field, I will:

  • Always show respect to everyone involved in the game

  • Stick to the rules and celebrate the spirit of the game

  • Encourage fair play and high standards of behaviour

  • Always respect the Referee and encourage players to do the same

  • Never enter the field of play without the referee’s permission

  • Never engage in, or tolerate offensive, insulting or abusive behaviour

  • Be aware of the potential impact of bad language on others

  • Be gracious in victory and defeat

  • Respect the facilities home and away

When working with players, I will:

  • Place the well-being, safety and enjoyment of each player above everything •

  • Never tolerate any form of bullying

  • Ensure all activities are suited for the players’ ability and age

  • Work with others to ensure each player’s best interests are met

  • Coach content in a way that reflects Northland FC’s playing philosophy and game model

I understand that if I do not follow the Code, I may be:

  • Required to meet with the clubs management

  • Suspended or fined by the club and banned from attending matches

  • Suspended or fined by the Federation


PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT

When watching any FC Whangarei game or training, I will:

  • Help make football fun and enjoyable for those participating

  • Help the coach and team manager with pre and post game preparations

  • Celebrate effort and good play from both sides

  • Always respect the Referee and coaches and encourage players to do the same

  • Stay behind the touchline and within the Designated Spectators’ Area (where provided)

  • When players make mistakes, offer them encouragement to try again next time

  • Refrain from criticising the coach, the players or the opposition

  • Avoid ‘coaching from the sidelines’- let the coach instruct the team

  • Never engage in, or tolerate offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour

  • Give feedback that is based on the player or teams game targets

I understand that if I do not follow the Code, I may be:

  • Issued with a verbal warning or asked to leave

  • Required to meet with the club management

  • Requested not to attend future games, be suspended or have my membership removed

  • Required to leave the club along with any dependents and/or issued a fine