Coach’s Code of Conduct Policy

Purpose:  Beadling Soccer Club strives for excellence on and off the field.  While Beadling expects players to represent the club in a positive and professional manner, we expect coaches to adhere to the highest standard of behavior.

A coach or assistant coach should:

• Positively and professionally represent Beadling, my team and myself

• Promote the highest ideals of sportsmanship through my conduct

• Remain current on all required training and endeavor to obtain the highest license possible to keep up with the latest developments in coaching and the game of soccer

• Show no favoritism for one athlete over another on or off the field

• Refrain from public criticism of referees and opposing teams including coaches

• Endeavor to provide each player the opportunity for individual growth and development

A coach or assistant coach must:

• Be a positive role model--be trustworthy, show integrity and be responsible

• Show respect to officials, parents, players, opposing coaches and the game of soccer

• Provide feedback to players and/or parents every season or when asked, depending on the age of the player. The feedback may be done in person or in writing but providing feedback is an important part of the Beadling Way.

• Recognize and address areas of misconduct including but not limited to bullying, hazing, harassment, emotional, physical or sexual misconduct and grooming

• Put the safety and well-being of an individual player first

• Adhere to Safesport guidelines for the proper boundaries between coaches and players 

• Wear proper Beadling attire for all Beadling practices, games, and events.

 A coach or assistant coach must never:

• Use foul language or obscene gestures at a game or practice site while representing Beadling

• Drink alcohol to excess or participate in any form of illegal substances defined by local, state, and federal law – whichever is the most restrictive

• Consciously interfere with the relationship between player and parent(s).  While coaches have tremendous influence over players, parents are the ultimate authority over their children.

• Personally reach out to a tournament official regarding team placement in an event.  All communication with tournament directors will go through the Beadling Leadership Team.

A coach or assistant coach understands that:

• Failure to adhere to this code of conduct may result in investigation, suspension or full removal from duties

• Any soccer professional affiliated with Beadling Soccer Club must comply with all laws, as well as applicable rules, policies, procedures and regulations of Beadling Soccer Club, PA West, US Club and USYS.  Coaches and assistant coaches are also responsible for enforcing these rules, policies, regulations, and procedures, including the philosophy of the club, with their Team. 

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