Code of Conduct for Coaches  

It is natural that winning constitutes a basic concern for coaches. This code is not intended to conflict with that. However, the code calls for coaches to disassociate themselves from a ‘win-at-all-costs’ attitude.

 Coaches are key to the establishment of ethics in football. Their concept of ethics and their attitude directly affects the behaviour of players under their supervision. Coaches are, therefore, expected to pay particular care to the moral aspect of their conduct.

 Increased responsibility is requested from coaches involved in coaching young people. The health, safety, welfare and moral education of young people are a first priority, before the achievement or the reputation of the club, school, coach or parent.

 Helston AFC adopts the following FA Coaches Association Code of Conduct (which reflects the standards expressed by the National Coaching Foundation and the National Association of Sport Coaches).

·        1) Coaches have to be aware that almost all of their everyday decisions and choices of actions, as well as strategic targets, have ethical implications.

·        2) Coaches must respect the rights, dignity and worth of each and every person and treat each equally within the context of the sport.

·        3) Coaches involved in coaching should, at the outset: clarify with the players (and where appropriate, parent) exactly what is expected of them and also what they are entitled to expect from their coach.

·        4) Coaches must place the well being and safety of each player above all other considerations, including the development of performance. They should work with other specialists (e.g. other coaches, officials, sports scientists, doctors, physiotherapists) in the best interests of the player.

·        5) Coaches must adhere to all guidelines laid down by governing bodies.

·        6) Coaches must always promote the positive aspects of the sport (e.g. fair play) and never condone violations of the Laws.

·        7) Coaches must develop appropriate working relationships with each player based on mutual trust and respect. Coaches must not condone behaviour contrary to the Laws of the Game or spirit of the rules and regulations or the use of prohibited substances.

·        8) Coaches must not exert undue influence to obtain personal benefit or reward.

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

·        10) Coaches must encourage and guide players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance and not use or tolerate inappropriate language.

·        11) Coaches must ensure that the activities they direct or advocate are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of players.