UCL Handbook 2019 2020 New Updated

viii) Coaches should, at the outset, clarify with players (and, where appropriate the parent) exactly what is expected of them and also what their entitled to except from their coach. ix) Coaches must co-operate fully with other specialists (e.g. other coaches, officials, sports scientists, doctors, and physiotherapists) in the best interests of the player. x) Coaches must always promote the positive aspects of the sport (e.g. fair play) and never condone violations of the Laws of the Game or behaviour contrary to the spirit of the laws of the Game or relevant rules and regulations or use or prohibited substances or techniques.

Xi) Coaches must consistently display high standards of behaviour and appearance.

xii) Not to use or tolerate inappropriate language.

3. A Code of Conduct for Players.

A player’s obligations towards the game are:

i) To make every effort to develop their own sporting abilities, in terms of technique, tactics and stamina.

ii) To give maximum effort and strife for the best possible performance during a game even if his/her team is in a position where the desired result has already been achieved.

iii) To set a positive example for others, particularly young players and supporters.

iv) To avoid all forms of gamesmanship, and time wasting.

v) To always have regard to the best interests of the game.

vi) Not to use inappropriate language.

A player’s obligations towards one’s own team are:

i) Make every effort consistent with fair play and the Laws of the Game to help his team win.

ii) Resist any influence which might be seen, to bring in to question his commitment to the team winning.

A player’s obligations as regards respect for the Laws of the Game and the competition are:

i) To know and abide by the Laws of the Game and the spirit of the game and the competition rules.

ii) To accept success and failure, victory and defeat, equally.

iii) Resist any temptation to take banned substances or use banned techniques.

A player should respect towards opponents:

i) Treat opponents with due respect at all times, irrespective of the result of the game.

ii) Safeguard the physical fitness of the opponents, avoid violence and rough play, and help injured opponents.

A player should show respect towards match officials:

i) Accept the decision of the match official without protest.

ii) Avoid words or actions which may miss a match official.

iii) Show due respect to match officials.

A player should show respect towards team officials:

i) Abide by the instructions of coach and team officials provided they do not contradict the spirit of the game.

ii) Show due respect towards the team officials of the opposition.

A player should show respect towards supporters.

i) Show due respect to the interests of all supporters.

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