The Managers Code of Conduct applies to all team managers and officials who register with Abbotsford Juniors Football Club. In registering to act as a Team Manager and/or Official (known collectively as “Manager”) with Abbotsford Junior Football Club (“the Club”), I agree to comply with this Managers Code of Conduct.
Manager Behaviour
As Manager and member of a team with Abbotsford Juniors Football Club I agree to:
- Always abide by the rules and regulations of the Club and the Association and teach players to do the same
- Always act in accordance with the Club’s Core Values
- Comply with the AJFC Member Protection Policy and all other relevant AJFC Policies and Procedures
- Cooperate with my team members, coaches, opponents and officials
- Never argue with an official. Where I disagree with a decision, I will remember that officials, like managers can make mistakes
- Control my temper. Verbal abuse, sledging, deliberately distracting or provoking officials, players, coaches, managers or any other participant in the sport are not acceptable behaviour. Encourage all members of the team to do the same.
- Not ridicule, bully or take unfair advantage of a player, coach or official
- Not arrive at the field intoxicated or under the influence of illicit substances
- Not consume alcohol or illicit substances at junior and youth matches
- Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all people involved in the game regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion
Junior Team Manager Behaviour
As Manager and member of a junior or youth team with Abbotsford Juniors Football Club, I also agree to:
- Take responsibility for the behaviour and actions of my team including my coach and parents when representing the Club, both on and off the pitch
- Ensure that the time players spend with me is a positive experience. I understand that all players are deserving of equal attention and opportunity
- Ensure that equipment and facilities the team use, meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age and ability of the team’s players
Breach of this Code of Conduct
I understand that any breach of the Managers Code of Conduct may result in sanctions being imposed upon me by Abbotsford Junior Football Club. At the discretion of the Club, these may include:
- A verbal or written warning
- Removal from the technical area and/or from the field or stadium
- A fine or suspension imposed by the Club
- A fine or suspension imposed by the Football Canterbury Association (“the Association”)
- Cancellation of your registration as a Coach with the Club
- Loss of membership of the Club
- Rejection of your registration as a Coach with the Club for any future season
- And/or legal proceedings