Parents code of Conduct

The purpose of the Freedom Soccer Team is to create an environment where each participating player can learn and grow, as both a player and as a person. To assist in creating that environment, we ask that parents:

2. Support the positional and playing time decisions of the coaches.

3. Call the coach if there is a scheduling conflict with a game or practice.

4. Follow the ensuing procedures at games:

a. Root positively for your child and our team, however, DO NOT coach or instruct players. You may confuse your child by telling them something that contradicts the instructions of the coach. Players also find it distracting to have different voices talking to them at the same time.

b. Stay on the spectator side or area during games. Once players arrive on the bench for pre-game, they are in the hands of the coaches until released after post-game talk. It is against the rules for parents to be behind the goals or on the wrong sideline.

c. Do not yell at officials or undermine them after a game. Our coaches constantly reinforce the idea that the calls of officials need to be respected. If parents challenge calls, it sends a mixed message to the players.

5. Enjoy the experience! You have very special kids that will only be young once. Most parents of past players have found that travel soccer is a very gratifying experience. We want YOU to have as much fun as the kids do!