PARENTS CORNER

registration

Download the 2008/2009 registration form under the Forms section of the site. Please return as soon as possible as some levels fill up early. It is not the coaches job to remind parents to hand in their registrations for the following year.

UNFORM INFORMATION

All players will receive a club jersey, a pair shorts, and soccer socks at the beginning of the season. It is the parents' responsibility to provide soccer cleats and shin guards.

All players must be in full uniform when playing games. Players found not wearing regulation uniforms will not be permitted to play and referees are within their rights to enforce this rule. A practice dress code includes cleats, guards and appropriate clothing. For players practicing outside during the winter months, feel free to wear knit gloves, and touques if necessary.

Jewelry is not permitted during game play and studs need to be covered with tape if they are not to be removed. Jerseys should be tucked into the shorts during regular game play.

If possible, please ensure the jerseys and shorts have been laundered prior to returning to the coach. The uniform deposit cheque will be cashed by the club if the uniform is not returned at the end of the season.

parents code of ethics

1. Do not force an unwilling child to participate in sports.
2. Remember - children are involved in organized sports for their enjoyment, not yours.
3. Encourage your child always to play by the rules.
4. Teach your child that honest effort is as important as victory so that the result of each game is accepted without undue disappointment.
5. Turn defeat into victory by helping your child work toward skill development and good sportsmanship. Never ridicule or yell at your child for making a mistake or loosing a competition.
6. Remember that children learn best by example. Applaud good plays by your team and by members of the opposing team.
7. Do not publicly question the official's judgment and never their honesty.
8. Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from children's sporting activities.
9. Recognize the value and importance of volunteer coaches. They give their time and resources to provide recreational activities for your child.

PLAYERS CODE OF ETHICS

1. Play for the fun of it, not just to please your parents or coach.
2. Play by the rules.
3. Never argue with the official's decisions.
4. Control your temper - no mouthing off.
5. Work equally hard for yourself or your team. Your team's performance will benefit and so will your own.
6. Be a good sport. Cheer all good plays, whether your team's or opponents'.
7. Develop team respect for the ability of opponents, as well as for the judgement of officials and opposing coaches.
8. Follow the advice of your physician when determining if you are ready to play after an injury.
9. Remember that, as players, you need to respect your coach and follow his or her examples and instructions.

MISSING GAMES

If you are unable to attend a game, please ensure you advise your coach as soon as possible so he/she can adjust their lineup for the game. This also applies to practices as coaches frequently set up their drill schedule in advance and absentee players can affect the practice.