Players Code of Conduct

1. I will treat referees with Respect.  
I will accept referee calls with respect and not argue, complain
or verbally harass a referee during or after a game.

2. I will treat my coach with Respect.
I will come to practice and games with a positive attitude
and obey the coach’s rules.

3. I will treat my teammates and other teams with Respect.   
Whether we win or lose, I will do so with class and not
“trash talk” players on my team or opposing teams.

4. I will not bring alcohol, tobacco or drugs to soccer
practice or games.

5. I will not use profanity at soccer practice or games.

6. I will not physically assault another player, coach,
referee or spectator.    
I understand that physically assaulting another player, coach, referee or spectator will result in automatic dismissal from the Sandhills United Soccer Club.

7. I understand the SCYSA and USYSA set suspensions for Red Cards.  
1st red card in a season, 1 game suspension.  2nd red card in the same season, 2 game suspension.  3rd red card in the same season, 10 months suspension.

Parent Code of Conduct

1. Treat Referees with Respect       
There are no circumstances in which a parent should confront a referee during or after a game. Do not verbally harass a referee. 

2. Treat Your Coach with Respect       
Ensure your child and all of his/her equipment gets to the games and practices on time. Pick up your child promptly at the end of games or practices; don’t make the coaches wait for you.   
Disagreements with the coach do not belong on the public soccer field before, during or after a game or practice. Questions or comments should be voiced later during an adult atmosphere.

3. Treat all Players, including your Own Child, and Other Teams with Respect
Coaches, not parents, are the ones we entrust to instruct our players. Coaching and/or instructing from the spectator sideline are not permitted. It may confuse, distract or frustrate the players as well as contradict a coach’s instructions. Be positive.
Never yell or criticize your child or other players. Don’t expect them to play like professionals. Avoid confrontations or shouting matches with the parents or fans of an opposing team. Allow your child and other players to have fun playing soccer. Don’t let soccer become a chore. Whether you win or lose, do so with class.

4. Treat yourself with respect “Motor Mouths Not Welcome”.  Constant yelling is very irritating to everyone around you. Learn the rules of soccer; you will enjoy it more. Attend a coaching, parent or referee clinic. No alcohol, drugs, profanity or fighting are ever permitted at soccer games or practices. 

5. Grievances
All grievances should be reported in writing to the President of LLSC or a LLSC Board Member.

Coaches Code of Conduct

1. Safety
The coach must never place the value of winning over the safety and welfare of players.

2. Laws of the Game
Coaches shall instruct players to play within the written laws of the game and within the spirit of the game at all times.

3. Unsportsmanlike Conduct
Coaches shall not seek unfair advantage by teaching deliberate unsportsmanlike behavior to players.

4. Behavior from Players
Coaches should not tolerate inappropriate behavior from players regardless of the situation.

5. Academics
Demands on player’s time should never be so extensive as to interfere with academic goals and progress.

6. Use of Drugs
Under no circumstances should coaches authorize or encourage the use of medicinal or performance enhancing drugs. Players should be directed to seek proper medical attention for injuries and to follow the physician’s instructions regarding treatment and recovery. At no time should a player be put at risk by returning from injury prematurely or by being forced to play while injured.

7. SCYSA
Coaches must adhere to and abide by all SCYSA and Member Association rules and policies.