Coach Code of Conduct
I can demonstrate the ability to Manage Situations (with players, parents, officials, etc.) in a calm and
collected manner. I will avoid confrontations and serve as a positive role model for youth. I will use a Self-
Control Routine to avoid losing my composure (sit down, walk away for a moment, let assistant help, etc.).
I will not physically grab or hit any player, coach or spectator and understand this is grounds for removal.
I can demonstrate High Organizational Skills (training sessions, schedules, rosters, contact information, etc.).
I can manage training sessions in an efficient and productive manner.
I will use Effective Communication Skills (timely correspondence and meetings with parents, give clear
instructions to players) and positive communication skills both verbally and non-verbally. I will refrain from
using vulgar and unclean language. I will Refrain from Negative Comments about the other team’s players,
coaches, the officials etc. so that I do not negatively influence my players overall experience.
I will Arrive Early and Prepared before training sessions and games to get field set up and organized for smooth transitions and to produce effective outcomes. I will Not Leave a Child Alone at the field after a game
or practice and will ensure they have been picked up before leaving the field.
I will Attend all Coaches Meetings where possible. I will ceaselessly study the game and work to improve the
craft of coaching. I will attend other club team games where possible to observe and learn.
I will Keep Winning and Losing in Proper Perspective. I understand that success is not directly linked to
winning. Setting and achieving team and individual goals aids in true player development.
I will set an example for players by Honoring the Game by teaching and demonstrating Respect for ROOTS
(Rules, Opponents, Officials, Teammates and Self).
I will seek to Fill the Emotional Tanks of the players regardless of scoreboard results. I understand that, like
the gas tank of a car, a full emotional tank can take people most anywhere. The best fuel is an average of 5
specific, truthful praises for each specific, constructive criticism. I will use encouragement and positive
reinforcement as primary method of motivating.
I will strive to Adapt an Athlete-Centered Approach to Coaching. I will ask questions and involve players in
the decision-making process as much as possible. I will refrain from micromanaging the game. The
intelligence needs to be on the field, not on the sideline and I will refrain from stealing players the opportunity
to learn for themselves by controlling their decisions for them.
I will clearly Identify and Respect the Roles of the head coach, assistant coach, officials, parents & players.
I will Plan Training Sessions to keep kids active and engaged. I will avoid long lines, lectures, and laps as
much as possible. I will avoid over killing sessions with too many topics.
collected manner. I will avoid confrontations and serve as a positive role model for youth. I will use a Self-
Control Routine to avoid losing my composure (sit down, walk away for a moment, let assistant help, etc.).
I will not physically grab or hit any player, coach or spectator and understand this is grounds for removal.
I can demonstrate High Organizational Skills (training sessions, schedules, rosters, contact information, etc.).
I can manage training sessions in an efficient and productive manner.
I will use Effective Communication Skills (timely correspondence and meetings with parents, give clear
instructions to players) and positive communication skills both verbally and non-verbally. I will refrain from
using vulgar and unclean language. I will Refrain from Negative Comments about the other team’s players,
coaches, the officials etc. so that I do not negatively influence my players overall experience.
I will Arrive Early and Prepared before training sessions and games to get field set up and organized for smooth transitions and to produce effective outcomes. I will Not Leave a Child Alone at the field after a game
or practice and will ensure they have been picked up before leaving the field.
I will Attend all Coaches Meetings where possible. I will ceaselessly study the game and work to improve the
craft of coaching. I will attend other club team games where possible to observe and learn.
I will Keep Winning and Losing in Proper Perspective. I understand that success is not directly linked to
winning. Setting and achieving team and individual goals aids in true player development.
I will set an example for players by Honoring the Game by teaching and demonstrating Respect for ROOTS
(Rules, Opponents, Officials, Teammates and Self).
I will seek to Fill the Emotional Tanks of the players regardless of scoreboard results. I understand that, like
the gas tank of a car, a full emotional tank can take people most anywhere. The best fuel is an average of 5
specific, truthful praises for each specific, constructive criticism. I will use encouragement and positive
reinforcement as primary method of motivating.
I will strive to Adapt an Athlete-Centered Approach to Coaching. I will ask questions and involve players in
the decision-making process as much as possible. I will refrain from micromanaging the game. The
intelligence needs to be on the field, not on the sideline and I will refrain from stealing players the opportunity
to learn for themselves by controlling their decisions for them.
I will clearly Identify and Respect the Roles of the head coach, assistant coach, officials, parents & players.
I will Plan Training Sessions to keep kids active and engaged. I will avoid long lines, lectures, and laps as
much as possible. I will avoid over killing sessions with too many topics.