Code of Conduct

Code Of Conduct :

We, at Valeview Shankill Schoolboy's Football Club are very conscious of our responsibilities. Every effort is made by the club to ensure that the highest standards possible are achieved, on and off the field, by both players and managers alike.

Every week over 15 Managers and assistants take care of and are responsible for approximately 100 boys and girls.

Our standards are constantly under revision and collectively we make amendments to improve these standards.

Managers :

Lead by example, on and off field, in both football and moral standards.


Develop to the best of your ability your skills and footballing knowledge in order to pass this on to your team and players.


Work in the best interests of the development of players.


Put the interests of the club first in all matters.


Work to ensure your team performs to the best of its ability.


Work within the guidelines set in the team leaders manual.


Support positively all activities arranged or promoted by the club.


Keep the club informed on all matters relating to your team, players, finance, etc.


Attend all Managers meetings.


Be committed to the standards and traditions of ValeView Shankill Schoolboys F.C.


Promote at all times the good image and traditions of the club.


Allow the club promote the public relations functions and express your own personal views to the club first.


Assist and help other teams (when required) in the interest of the club.

Parents :

Remember, young people are involved in soccer for their enjoyment, not yours.


Encourage your child always to play by the laws of the game.


Teach young children that honest endeavour is as important as winning, so that the result of each game is accepted without disappointment.


Help young people to work towards skill improvement and good sportsmanship.


Set a good example by applauding good play on both sides.


Never ridicule, humiliate or shout at young players for making a mistake or losing a match.


Do not place emphasis on winning at all costs.


Do not force an unwilling child to participate in playing soccer. If the child is to play he/she will do so in good time through your encouragement. There are many aspects of soccer other than playing which can be equally fulfilling.


Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from soccer.


As a spectator, do not use profane language or harass referees, coaches or players. Do not publicly question the referees judgement and never their honesty.


Recognise the value and importance of volunteer referees and coaches. They give of their time and resources to provide recreational activities for young people.


Encourage in your child an appreciation of mutual respect for team mates and opponents.

Players :

Play for enjoyment, not just to please your parents or coach.


Play by the laws of the game.


Always accept the referees decision.


Play with control. Do not loose your temper.


Play for yourself and your team – your team’s performance will benefit and so will your own.


Be a "good sport". Applaud all good play whether by your team or the opponent.


Respect your opponent. Treat all players as you would like to be treated. Do not "bully" or take advantage of any player.


Co-operate with the coach, team mates and opponents.


Remember that the goals of the game are to have fun, improve your skills, and feel good.


At the final whistle applaud and thank your opponents and the referee for the match.


Always remember that you owe a duty of care to your opponents. Tackle hard but fairly, do not intend to hurt your opponent.


Win with humility – loose with dignity.

Spectators :

Remember that although young people play organised soccer they are not miniature Internationals

Be on your best behaviour and lead by example.

Applaud good play by the visiting team as well as your own.

Show respect for your team’s opponents. Without them there would not be a match.

Condemn the use of violence in all forms at every opportunity.

Verbal abuse of players or referees cannot be accepted in any shape or form. Players or referees are not fair targets for ignorant behaviour.

Encourage young players to play by the laws of the game.