15 Nov 2008 - Canterbury Youth FC is supporting The FA Respect Campaign

Respect is The FA's programme of activities to combat unacceptable behaviour in our game at every level - on the pitch and from the sidelines.

We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game.

Canterbury Youth Football club is supporting The FA’s Respect programme to ensure football can be enjoyed by everyone in a safe and positive environment.

Whether you are a member or parent of our club or with one of our opponents play your part and observe The FA’s Respect Code of Conduct for spectators and parents/carers at all times.

Spectators/Parents will:

• Remain outside the field of play and behind the Designated Spectator Area (where provided).

   

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

   

• Always respect the match officials’ decisions

   

• Applaud effort and good play as well as success.

   

In addition, when attending youth games:

• Remember that children play for FUN

   

• Let the coaches do their job and not confuse the players by telling them what to do

   

• Encourage the players to respect the opposition and match officials

   

• Never criticise a player for making a mistake –mistakes are part of learning.

   

If you wish to find out more about the FA's Respect campaign please visit http://www.thefa.com/TheFA/Respect/