Rushmoor Saints - Codes of Conduct [9 Oct @ 11:00pm]

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SPECTATORS or HOW TO BE A GOOD AND INFORMED SPECTATOR

1. SET A GOOD EXAMPLE TO YOUNG PLAYERS: Your conduct and attitude can be copied by them. 2. RECOGNISE GOOD SPORTING BEHAVIOUR: Show that you appreciate sportsmanship on the field. 3. APPRECIATE GOOD FOOTBALL: Show that you do appreciate good footballing skills by whichever team. 4. ALWAYS CONSIDER OTHERS: Even if excited by the game yourself, remember and consider other spectators - young and old. 5. LEARN THE LAWS of ASSOCIATION FOOTBALL: You will appreciate how difficult interpretation can be. 6. NEVER USE FOUL OR ABUSIVE LANGUAGE: Do not shout abuse at match officials - qualified or club - who have a difficult job to do. 7. NEVER TAKE THE LAW INTO YOUR OWN HANDS: Let your club or team representative deal with any problems which may arise. 8. NEVER BE DRAWN INTO DISPUTES: Don't become involved in an argument or dispute with other spectators, players or officials. 9. REMEMBER "WALLS HAVE EARS": Remarks you may make (even in the dressing room) could be detrimental to club or league. 10. YOUTH FOOTBALL IS A GAME OF ENJOYMENT FOR THE BOYS AND GIRLS: Support your child and their team in a manner which will maintain the high reputation that the NEHYL has acquired for sporting behaviour.

Information for Members [9 Oct @ 11:00pm]

RUSHMOOR SAINTS FOOTBALL CLUB INFORMATION FOR MEMBERS

The Football Club

Rushmoor Saints Football Club (RSFC) was established in 1976 as an offshoot from St Joseph’s Youth Club by a few dads and their boys who wanted to play competitive football. The Club now has 23 teams and competes in three local football leagues as Rushmoor Saints FC.

Providing football for children from school years Reception and Year 1 in our Saturday Morning Club (SMC) through to Under 18’s and the Club also has links to adult football with the newly formed Saints Athletic FC. Rushmoor Saints have won League and Cup honours in all age groups over the years and past members have played for youth teams of Fulham, Reading, Aldershot and Farnborough Town.

The Club prides itself on providing football for all boys and girls irrespective of their ability, coupled with the need to temper the thrill of winning matches and the good grace to accept defeat in a sportsmanlike manner. Indeed, the local leagues have adopted the Club’s Code of Conduct. Our Mission Statement sums up our ethos: “Rushmoor Saints FC believes football is a positive use of time; it is something that is fun and enjoyable. It can enhance a person’s self esteem, personal ability and general health. We aim to unite children and young adults, from all walks of life, regardless of colour, race, religion, gender, age or ability in order to promote tolerance and fairness, within our community, for a better future. The spirit of football is what we pride ourselves on. We believe football has the power to unite – It is more than just a game!”

Affiliations/Registrations/Qualifications

The Club is affiliated to the Hampshire Football Association. RSFC is an FA Charter Standard Development Club, the pinnacle of the charter standard “kite-mark” pyramid for youth football clubs. To achieve this award the Club has to pass exacting standards of club administration, coaching, player development, financial control and child protection. All of our coaches/managers have gained (or are in the process of gaining) the FA Level One coaching badge. Some have attained the FA Level Two badge and several have continued on to Level Three (the UEFA ‘B’ Licence). All Managers are trained in emergency first aid and attend regular refresher courses. All RSFC Officers, Manager’s & Coaches have been vetted by the FA and have been CRB checked. The Club adheres to, and has strict policies with regard to Child Protection and Welfare, Equal Opportunities, Anti-Discrimination as well as Codes of Conduct for Players, Spectators and Club Officials.

The Four Ages of a Saint

Saturday Morning Club (SMC)

The Saturday Morning Club is aimed at children over 4 years old and up to 6 years old (School Years Reception and Year 1) and gives them a good induction to Rushmoor Saints FC.

The SMC gives young children the opportunity to have a loosely-structured run about whilst learning football skills, team-work, along with social skills all at the same time. Sessions run from 10:30 until midday at All Hallows School gymnasium during the winter months and on grass pitches during the spring and autumn. As with all RSFC teams, all sessions are managed by Football Association qualified coaches and each session is attended by at least one qualified first-aider.

Juniors Mini Soccer

There are four age groups that play 7-a-side Mini Soccer and as with all age-based teams, they work on the school age groups (i.e. Under 7’s –Year 2, Under 8’s –Year 3, Under 9’s –Year 4 and Under 10’s –Year 5) and the Club currently runs multiple teams in all junior age groups.

It is now FA policy that all young children play in their respective age groups irrespective of ability. The teams in the Under 7 and 8 age groups play on Saturday or Sunday mornings, in “non-competitive” league football where results are not published and there is an emphasis on fun and learning the game. The Club tries to stream children according to their ability and training requirements and this is regularly reviewed throughout the season. Midweek training sessions help to develop skills, teamwork, communication and fitness and all children should show substantial progress.

The Under 9 and 10 age groups play in formal fully competitive Leagues on Saturday and Sunday mornings in divisions that generally reflect the players/teams ability. League tables, championships and cup competitions, along with weekly home and away fixtures are all part of the game. As with all our teams, midweek training sessions help to develop skills, teamwork, communication and fitness and individual requirements are reviewed throughout the season.

Youth Football

When reaching the Under 11 age group (Yr 6) the emphasis changes to the 11-a-side game. There are some changes within the Leagues with the time and days that games are played, and each team will make decisions that suit the majority of parents, players and coaches. Promotion, relegation, cup competitions are all part of the game and midweek training sessions continue through all the age groups.

Adult Football

The Club has created links with a newly formed adult club “Saints Athletic FC” with coaches, players and management who have played, currently have children playing for, or have managed teams for RSFC. This will give our oldest players who play up to the Under 18 age group an outlet to continue playing football once they become adults and can no longer play youth football for Rushmoor Saints but want to keep an allegiance to the Club.

Club Colours

The Club’s registered colours are green and white hoop shirts, green shorts and green socks. Others colours are used on occasion where there is a clash of colours.

Equipment

All members of the Club should wear clothing appropriate to the expected weather conditions. During cold weather extra layers of clothing should be worn as the children cannot always be kept on the move. Waterproof kit should be worn in wet conditions. Football boots should be worn for all training sessions and matches on grass or, if the pitches are very hard, trainers. Appropriate footwear for training sessions should be worn if not on grass. (i.e. indoors in gymnasium, all-weather pitches, etc).

Shin-guards/pads are compulsory wear at all training sessions and matches.

Rushmoor Saints FC shirts, shorts and socks are issued to players and remain the property of the Club. Care should be taken with Club property and should be returned when/if requested to do so.

Insurance/Medical

The Club holds Public Liability Insurance to £5m through Hampshire FA.

Parents need to accept that football is a contact sport and injuries can occasionally be sustained in the normal course of events. Where possible the child will be patched up and continue to play on. In the extremely unlikely event that a more serious injury being incurred an Officer of the Club will administer first aid to the child or summon external medical assistance if they consider this appropriate. (Attempts will, of course, be made to contact the parents/guardians if not present). The Club cannot be held responsible for any injury which may be incurred whilst playing football or training, or travelling to and from football events other than as a result of negligence of the Club or its Officers.

Please inform us if your child suffers from a medical condition that you think we ought to know about.

Club Details

Most Club details can be found on the Club website www.rushmoorsaints.com

Chairman – Paul Hand – 01252 723496 – paulhand@talktalk.net Secretary – David Fanshawe – 01252 641685 – david.fanshawe@ntlworld.com Treasurer – Mrs Davi Tabbener – 01252 319127 – davi.tabbener@gmail.com

CODES OF CONDUCT FOR PARENTS/SPECTATORS

Parents and spectators have a great influence on children’s enjoyment and success in football. All children play football because they first and foremost love the game – its fun! It is important to remember that however good a child becomes at football within our club it is important to reinforce the message to parents & spectators that positive encouragement will contribute to children enjoying football, gaining a sense of personal achievement and self-esteem and will improve the child’s skills and techniques. A parent’s or spectator’s expectations and attitudes have a significant bearing on a child’s attitude towards other players, match officials, managers and spectators. Encouragement should always be positive towards all of the children, not just their own.

CODES OF CONDUCT FOR PLAYERS

Players are the most important people in the sport. Playing for the team, and for the team to win, is the most fundamental part of the the game. But not winning at any cost – FAIR PLAY AND RESPECT FOR ALL OTHERS IN THE GAME IS FUNDAMENTALLY IMPORTANT.

Players have obligations to the game and make every effort to develop their own sporting abilities, in terms of skill, technique, tactics and stamina and by giving maximum effort and to strive 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. Players should give positive encouragement of good and fair play and show respect for the laws of the game, opponents, match officials along with team and club officials.

Full details of the Club Codes of Conduct can be found on the Club website www.rushmoorsaints.com

THE CLUB HAS NO PLACE FOR THOSE WHO DO NOT OR WILL NOT CO-OPERATE.

Codes of Coduct for Football [10 Oct @ 3:27pm]

CODES OF CONDUCT FOR FOOTBALL

Football is the national game. All those involved with the game at every level and whether as a player, match official, coach, owner or administrator, have a responsibility, above and beyond compliance with the law, to act according to the highest standards of integrity, and to ensure that the reputation of the game is, and remains high. This code applies to all those involved in football under the auspices of The Football Association.

COMMUNITY

Football, at all levels, is a vital part of a community. Football will take into account community feeling when making decisions.

EQUALITY

Football is opposed to discrimination of any form and will promote measures to prevent it, in whatever form, from being expressed.

PARTICIPANTS

Football recognises the sense of ownership felt by those who participate at all levels of the game. This includes those who play, those who coach or help in any way, and those who officiate, as well as administrators and supporters. Football is committed to appropriate consultation.

YOUNG PEOPLE

Football acknowledges the extent of its influence over young people and pledges to set a positive example.

PROPRIETY

Football acknowledges that public confidence demands the highest standards of financial and administrative behaviour within the game, and will not tolerate corruption or improper practices.

TRUST AND RESPECT

Football will uphold a relationship of trust and respect between all involved in the game, whether they are individuals, clubs or other organisations

VIOLENCE

Football rejects the use of violence of any nature by anyone involved in the game.

FAIRNESS

Football is committed to fairness in its dealings with all involved in the game

INTEGRITY AND FAIR PLAY

Football is committed to the principle of playing to win consistent with Fair Play.