PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT

Fair Play

Seacoast United Management and Staff believes that conduct according to the spirit of Fair Play is essential for the successful development, promotion and involvement in sport. The objective of Fair Play is to foster a sporting spirit, as well as the sporting behavior of coaches, players, team officials and spectators, thereby increasing the enjoyment of all those involved in the game.

Code of Conduct for Parents and Guardians - with young players connected with the Club

Parents have a great influence on children’s enjoyment and success in soccer. All children play soccer because they first and foremost love the game. It is important to remember that however good a child becomes at soccer with Seacoast United, it is important to reinforce the message to parents that positive encouragement will contribute to:

Children enjoying soccer
A sense of personal achievement
Self-esteem
Improving the child’s skills and techniques
 
A parent’s expectations and attitude have a significant bearing on a child’s attitude towards:

Other players
Officials
Managers
Spectators
 
Coaches should ensure that parents within Seacoast United are always positive and encouraging towards all of the children, not just their own.

Parents are encouraged to:

Applaud the opposition as well as your own team.
Avoid coaching the child during the game.
Not to shout and scream.
Respect the referee’s decision.
Give attention to each of the children involved in soccer, not just the most talented.
 
Coaches should ensure that parents within Seacoast United agree and adhere to the club’s Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy.

Code of Conduct for Supporters

Once the club has addressed the conduct of its coaches, players, officials and parents and guardians of its young players, it will be in a position to set an appropriate example to its supporters in terms of behavior.

The crowd is considered to be an organic component of a soccer game. The support of the fans may contribute to the success of the team. The crowd is not expected to watch the game in silence. Encouragement of the teams by shouting, non-abusive, may have a positive influence on the team in accordance with the spirit of Fair Play.

The spectators are, however, expected to respect the opponents and the referee. They should appreciate the performance of the opposition even if they emerge as winners. They should in no way intimidate or frighten opponents, the referee or opposing supporters.

PLAYER FEES & DEPOSITS

Player fees (including deposits) for Seacoast United Soccer Club teams are non-refundable.  All player fees must be paid in full by February to avoid suspension of player card (unless a payment plan is in place with the Club, with a valid credit card on file).

If you are more than one installment behind in payments, without a plan in place with the Club, it will result in a suspension of player card which includes exclusion from practices, games, and tournaments.

If a player joins the club while the season is in progress, a prorated player fee and installments will be worked out with the family.

By signing the contract below, you are agreeing to paying the full annual fee, even if you choose to leave the club prior to the end of the season.  Players will not be released from Seacoast United until all player fees are paid in full.

 

PLAYER CONTRACT AGREEMENT

Our Club Directors invite you to play for Seacoast United. Seacoast United is an elite level premier soccer club that competes in various competitive leagues and tournaments, whether it be locally, regionally or nationally. We hope that you will accept this invitation to play with this team and help the team be competitive and successful, along with helping you as a player continue your individual development. The invitation to play for Seacoast United includes all training costs with our coaching staff, field rentals for practices and games, winter indoor training space, league registration and administrative costs associated with joining both the club, and this team.

By signing this agreement, you accept all terms of this player contact and informational manual. All players and families commit to make all fee payments on time, unless a plan is worked out with the club. Players are expected to attend all practices and games during all Seacoast United sessions and commitments. We understand conflicts do arise, however ask that coaches and staff are given as much advance notice to any conflict in missing a practice or game, as you would expect a coach to give you the same advance notice of any cancellation. In signing this agreement, you are agreeing that Seacoast United is your primary soccer team and that you will not participate in any other club soccer team without first asking for permission from Seacoast United. Players are allowed to participate in school, town and ODP teams. By signing this contract, you agree that the Seacoast United team is your priority and will be your first choice if conflicts arise.

The initial club fee/deposit due upon execution of this contract is non-refundable for any reason. As a convenience, we allow families to pay the membership in installments.  Payments shall be made by credit or debit card, or another method which is acceptable for both parties. Players will not be allowed to participate in games or practices if they are not in good financial standing. All Seacoast United players are expected to wear Seacoast United apparel at all practices and games, and with Seacoast United being a Nike Premier Club are asked to wear Nike merchandise while representing the club.

By agreeing to this document below and completing the online registration steps, I/we accept the terms of this agreement. I/we also consent to the release of information including player’s name, home town, and school, team to any private schools or colleges who are looking to recruit your player for their program.