I will make an effort to attend and be on time to all team events.

A commitment to the team is important and both the team and volunteer coaches depend on players and parents to make practices and games a priority. On game days, players should arrive a minimum of 15 minutes prior to the start of the game so that they can properly warm up. It is expected that if a player can not attend a game or practice they will let the coach know well ahead of time so that he or she can adjust their plans accordingly.

 I shall not criticize referees.

Each of our referees have attended classroom and field training sessions to prepare them to be an effective referee.They are expected to do their best, but they are learning to officiate much as your children are learning to play. We ask that you treat them as if they were your own child, and know that in the end a soccer call can be a judgment call, and theirs are based upon their knowledge of the game and the classroom and field training they must attend each season. It is the coach's job alone to discuss any problems with the referees and parents that interact with referees run the risk of being carded. When a parent is red carded, he or she automatically causes an immediate forfeit for their child's team.

 I shall not "Grand Stand" Coach.

It's very difficult for coaches to teach children the game, foster a competitive spirit "and" deal with unruly or demanding parents. We ask all parents to try to be a cooperative, helpful parent that supports the coach and the team. Loud "Sideline coaching" can confuse or distract players and coaches.

 I will set a good example of sportsmanship for the children.

Yelling at referees, players on the field or coaches, shows great disrespect for soccer and sets a poor standard of sportsmanship. It is the coach's job alone to discuss any problems with the referees.Any parent or person in attendance who behaves inappropriately may be asked to leave the field area. Abusive and profane language will not be tolerated at any time and may be cause for a red card.

 I will address any team or player problems quietly and only with our team coach.

Arguing or questioning the coach in public is detrimental to getting a successful resolution and sets a bad example for the players. If you have a concern or question, save it for after the game or at a more appropriate time when it can be addressed.