Holy Child Soccer Club Parent Contract
As my child or children play soccer for Holy Child and by doing so I represent the parish and club whenever I am at any event that the Holy Child Soccer team participates. I understand and agree to the following rules and guidelines below and I take responsibility for all persons within my party or group. 1. I am a representative of the Holy Child Soccer Club. My demeanor both on and off the field is a reflection of our club, poor sportsmanship and inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and will result in a suspension for me from club events. 2. I will not use threats, violent force, obscene or abusive language towards any coach, player, spectator, or referee. I understand that failure to comply will result in suspension for me and can result in my child being asked to leave the club. 3. I will NOT speak or gesture in any manner to any referee or official. I will respect the decisions and judgments made by the referee, mistakes will be made, but this is a game. 4. During the game I will not coach from the sideline, I will support my child and team by only cheering in a polite manner. I will not scream or gesture in any profane manner. I will leave the coaching to the coaches. 5. During the game, I will not to speak to the players from the other team unless I am CLEARLY commenting on a good play that they have made. Even though I may know the player on the other team, I realize the referee, coaches and other parents may not know my relationship with an opposing player. 6. I will never ridicule or yell at any child this includes, my own child, my child’s team mate, or an opposing player. 7. I understand that the use of alcohol is strictly prohibited at any Holy Child Soccer event that the children participate in. I also understand that smoking is prohibited on the fields and venues that we play in and may not be done in direct proximity of the children. 8. I understand that Holy Child Soccer Coaches are volunteers, any disagreement regarding coach's decisions or methods should be discussed privately with the coach in an adult manner. If you feel this may intensify the problem you may discuss the matter with a Holy Child Soccer Board member. Confrontations or threats towards the coaches will not be tolerated. 9. I understand that the head coach is responsible for the actions of his or her players, parents, and assistant coaches. They are expected to maintain order on both sidelines. Failure to maintain order could result in a suspension and fine for my coach. I have read and understand the importance of rules and guidelines listed above. 10. I understand that at no time am I allowed onto the field of play or allowed to stand and watch a game from behind the goal line. This especially applies to instances where a player is injured on the field. Once the referee recognizes an injured player, he or she will stop play, access the extent of the injury and will either summon the coach onto the field or resume play. I will not enter the field of play unless authorized by either coach or referee to do so. Please note: This rule is in place mainly for the safety of all players on both teams. People have entered onto fields to retaliate against the player who they perceive hurt their child. Since the referee does not know your intensions, their obligation and the coach’s obligation is to the safety of the players. They will handle the injury appropriately and call you over if it is warranted and safe to do so.

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