Codes of Conduct

At Wigton Moor Junior AFC, upholding high standards of behaviour—on and off the pitch—is at the heart of what we do. Our Codes of Conduct for players, parents, supporters, coaches, managers, and club officials reflect our shared values of inclusivity, respect, teamwork, and integrity.

We ask everyone involved in our club to read, understand, and follow these guidelines at all times. By working together and setting a positive example for others, we help foster a safe, supportive, and enjoyable environment for everyone who represents Wigton Moor, ensuring that football can be enjoyed by all.

In both training and matches I will … 

• Always play my best for the benefit of the team

• Play fairly and be friendly

• Play by the rules and respect the referee

• Shake hands with the other team, win or lose

• Listen carefully to what my coach tells me

• Understand that a coach has to do what’s best for the team

• Talk to someone I trust or the Club Welfare Officer if I am unhappy about anything at my club

• Encourage my teammates

Respect the facilities, home or away

I understand that if I do not follow the code I may be asked to

• Apologise to whoever I’ve upset

• Receive a formal warning

• Be dropped, substituted, or suspended from training

While attending both training and matches I will ….

• Have fun; it’s what we’re all here for

• Celebrate effort and good play from both sides

• Always respect the referee and coaches and encourage the players to do the same

• Stay behind the touchline and within the designated spectators area 

• When players make mistakes offer them encouragement to try again next time

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

I understand that failure to follow the code I may be…

• Issued with a verbal warning or asked to leave

• Required to meet with the club committee, league or Club Welfare Officer

• Obligated to undertake an FA education course

• Requested not to attend future games, be suspended or have my membership removed

• Required to leave the club along with any dependants, and / or issued with a fine

• Police being called immediately for your removal to deal with inappropriate or threatening behaviour

• In addition to the above, all incidents will be reported to the relevant league and the West Riding County FA.

I am fully aware that the FA encourages the taking of appropriate images of children in football, but I must first ensure that the club has parental consent from all players participating before I share these or publish on a public domain i.e. social media. Failure to comply with this will be viewed as serious and you will commit to take the images or videos down immediately.

I understand that managers and coaches are unpaid volunteers who give up their free time to work with the team. As such, I will give them my support and will never complain about decisions either face-to-face or behind their back i.e. behind the respect barrier or on social media. I will also contact the club if I see or hear of this taking place. I will take any issues to the head of boys / girls if issues persist.

We all bear a collective responsibility to set a good example and help provide a positive environment in which children can learn and enjoy the game. Play your part and observe The FA’s Respect Code of Conduct at all times. 

ON AND OFF THE FIELD, I WILL:

• Use my position to set a positive example for the young people I am responsible for

• Show respect to others involved in the game including match officials, opposition players, coaches, managers, officials and spectators

• Adhere to the laws and spirit of the game

• Promote Fair Play and high standards of behaviour

• Respect the match official’s decision

• Never enter the field of play without the referee’s permission

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

• Be gracious in victory and defeat. 

WHEN WORKING WITH PLAYERS, I WILL:

• Place the well-being, safety and enjoyment of each player above everything, including winning

• Never engage in or tolerate any form of bullying

• Encourage each player to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance

• Ensure all activities I organise are appropriate for the players’ ability level, age and maturity

• Co-operate fully with others in football (e.g. officials, doctors, physiotherapists, welfare officers) for each player’s best interests. 

I understand that if I do not follow the Code, any/all of the following actions may be taken by my club, County FA or The FA: 

I MAY BE:

• Required to meet with the club, league or County Welfare Officer

• Suspended by the club from attending matches

• Suspended or fined by the County FA

• Required to leave or be sacked by the club.