Player Expectations
1. Play the game for the games sake, and not just to please my parents or coaches.
2. Be modest and generous when I win, and gracious when I lose.
3. Respect the game of soccer and its laws. Learn these laws and try to follow them and play the game fairly.
4. Work for the good of my team and always give my best effort.
5. Show respect for the authority of the referee, even though I will sometimes disagree with his/her calls.
6. Show good sportsmanship before, during, and after games. I understand that soccer is a game, and that the players on the other team are my opponents, not my enemies.
7. Conduct myself with honor, dignity, and treat other players as I would like to be treated.
8. Help my family and friends understand the laws of the game so they can watch and enjoy the game better. I will be sure they understand that dissent is not permitted in competitive soccer clubs.
9. Control my temper and not retaliate, even if I believe I have been wronged.
10. Avoid the use or possession of tobacco, alcohol, or illegal or performance-enhancing drugs.
Parent Expectations
1. Let the Coaches coach: Please leave the coaching to the coaches. This includes motivating, after game critiquing, setting goals, requiring additional training etc. You have entrusted the care of your player to the coaches, and they need to be free to do their job. If the player has too many coaches, it is confusing for him, and his/her performance usually declines.
2. Support the Program: Get involved and volunteer. There are many ways to assist and become involved.
3. Support your child and be his/her biggest fan: Support your child unconditionally.
4. Support and root for all the players on the team: Teamwork is a key aspect of soccer. When a teammate is performing better than your son/daughter a learning opportunity presents itself. Your child’s teammates are not the enemy. Foster teamwork.
5. Encourage your child to talk with his/her coaches: Encourage your child to speak directly to their coaches when they are having difficulties during practices/games, need to miss a practice, etc. Taking this responsibility on will allow your child to assume ownership of their soccer experience and develop skills relevant outside the soccer world.
6. Understand and practice appropriate game behavior: Parents and Supporters are encouraged to cheer and support the players and team through praise and, most importantly, in a positive manner. Research shows that when parents and teachers work together a child tends to do better in school. The same applies in a soccer-learning environment and we want this to be true with your child’s experience at Stormz United Soccer Academy. Please recognize the commitment the coach has made to your child and their team. Negative comments or body language directed towards the play, player, or team are unacceptable. Please refrain from making comments directed toward the opponent and/or referees. Please allow ALL the coaching towards the Stormz United Soccer Academy players to come only from the Stormz United Soccer Academy coaching staff. Do not give your child and/or their teammates instructions. This will only serve as a distraction and will not help the player succeed.
7. Monitor eating/sleeping habits, and your child’s stress level: Be sure your child is eating proper foods and receiving adequate rest. Keep an eye on your son/daughter to make sure they are handling stress effectively from the various activities/aspects of his/her life.
8. Keep soccer in proper perspective: Soccer is not the end all be all. If your emotions are strongly linked to your child’s performance, please evaluate, and keep them in check. Your relationship with your son/daughter will continue well beyond their competitive soccer experience. Please ensure your goals and needs are kept separate from your child’s soccer experience. Remember that the game belongs to the players and the spectators are guests.
9. Have Fun!!!!
Coach Expectations
1. Follow Stormz United Soccer Academy curriculum.
2. Provide at least one oral evaluation per soccer year/season.
3. Set high standards for their own and their players’ conduct.
4. Set team rules, including attendance rules, while fairly and equally applying these rules.
5. Treat all players honestly, fairly, positively, and with respect.
6. Be committed to helping each player develop soccer skills and game understanding.
7. Communicate openly, honestly, and professionally with players and parents and in a “timely‟ manner.
8. Represent the Club in a professional manner with any actions being beyond reproach.
9. Avoid the use of alcohol and tobacco around the players.
10. Act professionally at all times; and abide by team and Club rules.