St Brendan’s Park FC – Parents Charter 2024 

1 – Players must show respect for team-mates, coaches, opponents, all club officials, and referees/assistant referees. A player should always conduct his/herself in a manner which will never bring St Brendan’s Park FC’s good name into disrepute. This includes online activities. Criticism of club officials/players, match officials and opposition players and officials online will not be tolerated.

2 – Players must be on time for training and matches and must be collected on time afterwards.

3 – Membership fees and training/match fees are paid on time when requested. This is essential for the financial security of the club and to enable the club to provide Football for your child’s benefit.

4 – Coaches and team managers must be allowed to perform their club duties without interference from parents. If you wish to have a discussion with the coach, please contact them via ClubZap to arrange time to have a meeting. If you are unhappy with any aspect of a coach’s behaviour you should contact Club Secretary to discuss, email info@stbrendansparkfc.com

5 – Respect the manager’s / coaches’ and referees/assistant referees’ decisions at all matches.

6 – Never criticise our players or visiting players, encouragement and support is what they really need.

7 – Support the club’s fund-raising activities where possible. Your help is always welcome and appreciated.

8 – Support the club’s strategy in promoting skill development and practice over winning and be patient in giving your child the time to play and learn the game. Be realistic in your expectation of your child’s  football abilities, given time and support they will always improve as players.

9 – Be aware of the clubs strict Anti-Bullying stance. If you have concerns, talk to a coach, Coach Liaison Officer, or a member of the Clubs Management Committee. If you have a serious Child Welfare concern, then please speak in confidence to the Club Chairperson/ Child Welfare Liaison Officer.

Parents: Please note that the above Parents Charter is intended to provide clarity for parents as to what the club expects of you. We also intend that as parents you will feel informed of what you can expect from the club and what to do if you wish to talk to the coach or the club management on any issue.

Finally, please note that volunteers run the club, can you help?? If coaching is not for you then perhaps you can help in other ways, we would love to hear from you. There is a huge amount of work to be done to keep a club like ours going. All help is valued and appreciated.

St Brendan’s Park FC – Players Charter 2024

1 – Players must show respect for team-mates, coaches, opponents, all club officials, and referees/assistant referees. A player should always conduct his/herself in a manner which will never bring St Brendan’s Park FC’s good name into disrepute. This includes online activities. Criticism of club officials/players, match officials and opposition players and officials online will not be tolerated.

2 – Players must arrive on time for matches and training.

3 – Players must wear their club kit/ clothing on club duty and are encouraged to show pride in displaying the colours of St Brendan’s Park FC. Take responsibility for preparing properly to play football.

4 – Our players/members are not permitted to train/play matches under any circumstance with another soccer club without the prior written permission of our Management Committee.

5 – Players should help coaches tidy up after training and after matches and respect our club facilities and other clubs’ facilities.

6 – Players must pay membership fees and training fees when requested. All players play and train at their own risk. There is no requirement on the club to meet any costs arising for any player who may be injured while playing or training.

7 –  Players must co-operate with coaches and participate fully in training drills and attend training and matches when required.

8 – Players should ensure that coaches are aware if they cannot train or play matches for whatever reason. (Parents, please note that in the case of younger players we ask that you assist with this, notify the coach in advance via ClubZap.

9 – Bullying and Anti-Social Behaviour will not be tolerated and if you feel you are being bullied, please tell your coach and your parents immediately. This includes all forms of Racism or Offensive/Threatening Conduct.

10 – Play Football to enjoy yourself, have fun and look after your health and well-being.

Note: Academy/Juvenile players are not required to sign this form, but parents must explain to their children what is required of them as club members.

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