Tuam Celtic AFC Players Code of Conduct
As players are constantly in the glare of public attention and are widely recognised as the most important people in the sport, there is a considerable onus upon them to speak and act in a manner which promotes all that is good about the game and the club.
As a player, I will:
- Make every honest effort to develop my sporting ability, to include fitness, skill, technique and tactical ability.
- Strive to set a positive example for younger players and supporters.
- Safeguard the physical fitness of opponents, avoid violence and rough play, and where possible help injured opponents.
- Give maximum effort and strive for the best possible performance during each game.
- Avoid all forms of gamesmanship, and time wasting.
- Refrain from using inappropriate language particularly to referees/officials and other players.
- Make every effort consistent with fair play and the laws of the game to help my team win.
- Abide by the laws, rules of the game and of any given competition, both in fact and in spirit.
- Treat opponents with respect at all times.
- Demonstrate due respect towards match officials.
- Accept the decisions of the match officials without protest.
- Avoid words or actions which may mislead a match official.
- Abide by the lawful instructions and directions of mentors and team officials.
- Act towards the mentors and officials of the opposing side in a respectful manner.
- Demonstrate due regard for the interest of supporters.
- Not either directly or indirectly place a bet on the outcome of any game in which I am involved.
- Have regard to the best interests of the game when publicly expressing an opinion on the game or on others involved in the game.
- In making public comments on a particular fixture or on the game in general, I will be mindful of upholding and promoting the good name of the game and others involved in it in the wider community.
- Keep the dressing rooms clean and tidy after our team use them.
- As a Senior player, if possible, make effort to help out with the coaching of underage teams and any fundraisers the club runs.
- Be responsible for my own insurance. Tuam Celtic AFC are not liable for any injury sustained during training or matches at any age group or level. The onus is on you or parent/guardian (if under 18) to ensure that appropriate personal insurance is in place. This is clearly stated during the player registration process on Clubforce, and it is impossible to register as a Tuam Celtic player unless you have agreed to same
Player Signature: _______________________________ Date: ______________________________
Parent Signature: ______________ ________________ Date: ______________________________