COACHES CODE OF CONDUCT
- Abide by the decisions made by the MMF Executive.
- Lead by example in demonstrating fair play and sportsmanship to all players
- Place the emotional and physical wellbeing of their players ahead of their personal desire to win.
- Treat each child as an individual, remembering the large range of emotional and physical for players within the same age group.
- Provide a safe playing environment for their players.
- Do not use foul and abusive language at any time.
- Do not use coaching styles that humiliate and degrade self-esteem.
- Control emotions with respect to other field staff, players, MMF Executive, parents, officials and competitors.
- Be knowledgeable of the rules and techniques of football and will teach these to the players.
- Work cooperatively with all field staff.
- Respect league officials and volunteers.
- Follow all MMF and OFA rules and regulations.
- Place the emotional and physical wellbeing of their players ahead of their personal desire to win.
- Reward effort and behavior and not outcome.
- Put the needs of the team ahead of any individual.
- Come to practice dressed in proper attire.
- Support the medical opinion of the team trainers and medical personnel and do not overrule their judgment.
- Do not use any social media to communicate any conflicts, debates or confidential issues, recognizing that mass communication methods can detract from MMF’s ability to resolve issues and disputes in a timely, equitable and professional fashion.
- As a Coach, If you are not scheduled to coach the team playing. please do not approach the coaches or the player bench with ideas/suggestions until after the game, unless asked to assist prior to the game.This reduces player confusion, and allows the coaching staff to focus on their game plan.