PLAYERS CODE OF CONDUCT

At Gornal DC, our commitment to fostering a positive, respectful, and developmental environment is reflected in our Code of Conduct. This unified code is designed for all our youth players to guide their actions and attitudes both on and off the pitch. Adherence to these principles ensures a rewarding experience for players, coaches, officials, and supporters alike.

Development and Integrity

Commit to Improvement: Strive to enhance your skills, understanding of tactics, and overall fitness continually.
Effort and Performance: Always give your best, aiming for excellence in every match, regardless of the score.
Role Modeling: Be a positive influence on peers and younger players, demonstrating sportsmanship and respect.
Respect the Game: Play with integrity, avoiding gamesmanship, time-wasting, and inappropriate language.

Team and Competition

Team Loyalty: Fully commit to your team's objectives, playing fairly and respecting the Laws of the Game.
Supportive Teammate: Encourage and support all team members equally, recognizing each player's contribution to the team.

Respect and Fair Play

For Officials: Respect decisions made by match officials and follow the guidance of your coaches, provided it aligns with the spirit of this code.
For Opponents: Treat all opponents with respect, ensuring their safety and showing sportsmanship, regardless of the game's outcome.
For the Community: Acknowledge and appreciate the support from fans and the football community respectfully.

Player’s Promise

Play My Best: I will always perform to the best of my ability and engage in fair play.
Respect for All: I will show respect towards teammates, opponents, referees, and coaches.
Follow the Rules: I will adhere to the rules as directed by the referee and my coach.
Positive Conduct: I will shake hands with the other team and referee at the end of each game.
Open Communication: I will communicate any concerns to a trusted adult or the club welfare officer.
Listen and respond to what my coach/manager tells me

Consequences for Non-Compliance
Failure to follow this code may lead to disciplinary actions, including:

Apologizing to affected parties.
Being benched or substituted.
Exclusion from training sessions.
In serious cases, removal from the team.

This unified Code of Conduct underscores our ethos at Gornal DC, where we cherish respect, fairness, and the pursuit of growth. Let's uphold these standards together and enjoy our shared passion for football