Kamloops Community Football Society

Parents Guide Being a Supportive Parent 1. I will NOT be a sideline coach or referee. I will limit my comments to positive reinforcement and encouragement to my child and his teammates. 2. I will lead by example in exhibiting sportsmanship and fair play at every practice and game competition. I will encourage this behavior from other coaches, players, officials, parents and supporters 3. I will do my part by helping out in fundraising and game day volunteering. Volunteering is Mandatory and set out by your team manager. I will discuss any conflicts with my team manager. Failure to meet your volunteer obligations may result in your child missing playtime. 4. I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of a personal desire to win. Winning should be the result of preparation, hard work and discipline. 5. If my child develops a behavior-related problem that repeatedly disrupts practice and/or games, I promise to work with my child’s coach to resolve the problem. 6. I will do my very best to make football fun for my child and his teammates. 7. I promise to treat other fans, coaches, players, and officials with respect, regardless of race, sex, or ability, and I will expect to be treated the same in return. 8. I will NOT engage in physical or verbal confrontations with players, coaches, officials or fans before, during or after practices or game competitions. 9. I will refrain from the use of foul or offensive language. 10. I will provide encouragement to my child and teammates. I will refrain from making negative comments to my child or his teammates. 11. I will support the coaches and officials working with my child in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all. 12. I will be gracious in victory and dignified in defeat. 13. I will remember that the game is for my child and their teammates, not for adults. 14. As a fan, I represent the not only KCFS but the city of Kamloops. I understand that any concerns about officiating and/or coaching at any time must be directed to the team manager please honour the 24 hour rule. I also understand that poor behavior during practices, games, may result in expulsion from the football complex, where I must wait next to my car in the parking area for my child. If this occurs, it may result in expulsion from the club

KCFS Player Expectations & Responsibilities 1.Athletes of KCFS will be committed to the football program by: • Following the rules set by the coaches • Participating enthusiastically. • Making appropriate personal sacrifices for the good of the team. • Recognizing that participation in athletics is a privilege. • Setting challenging and realistic goals. • Maintaining high academic standards. • Being committed to skill development in football . 2. Athletes of KCFS will communicate openly and honestly with respect for coaches, teammates, parents, officials, and opponents by: • Developing a team attitude. • Being coachable and open to constructive feedback. • Sharing appropriate individual and team concerns with the coaching staff. 3. Athletes of KCFS will demonstrate good citizenship and sportsmanship by: • Behaving with integrity. • Exhibiting pride in their team. • Playing by the rules. • Accepting responsibility as a role model for others. • Playing with dignity and grace, regardless of winning or losing. 4. Athletes of KCFS will develop and maintain mental and physical (health) behaviors by: • Being alcohol and drug free. • Practicing self-discipline. • Demonstrating good personal health habits. • Dealing with challenges in a positive manner. Player Rules ● When the whistle blows.... Listen and be quiet! ● Never speak when a coach is talking. ● No swearing. EVER. ● No arguing with the officials ● No arguing with teammates. This is a sign of a team in trouble. ● Do what you are instructed to do and good things will happen ● Play the game with class. Taunting other players or intentional illegal hits will not be tolerated. ● Players must be thinking out on the field. 90 % of this game is mental desire. Other 10 % is physical ability. ● Must be in full gear by practice time and lined up. Full gear will be determined the day before by coaches. ● Must be in lines at the start of practice.Lines will rotate each week to allow each player to lead. ● If a player gets hurt and goes to the doctor, the player must get a signed release from the doctor to play again. ● What is said on the field, stays on the field. This includes information about our playbook. ● Have FUN, HUSTLE and put forth your BEST EFFORT each day.

Player Discipline Procedures Infractions are based on the player’s code of conduct. After being redirected verbally several Time’s coaches will then proceed to the following steps. 1st Infraction: Discussion with player and Head Coach. This discussion will be documented. 2nd Infraction: Discussion with player and parent if available; Face to Face meeting. Laps or sprints after practice. Email if parent is not available after or before the next practice. Notify Coaching Coordinator. Incident documented. 3rd Infraction: Suspend for 1-2 practices depending on severity of situation. Coach Coordinator will contact parents to notify of suspension from practice explaining all incidents that led to suspension. Can not play in the weekends game. 4th Infraction: Contact Coach Coordinators immediately with all pertinent information. Coach Coordinator will review all information and make a decision. Possible expulsion from KCFS. Please Note all incidents are subjected to the severity and it is up to the Complaints department to make final decision.

Every player is required to fundraise for our season. A post dated cheque will be required for the first day of the season. After the player has finished there fund they raised of $180 then the postdated cheque will be returned to you.Helmets are also given on the first week a Loan deposit of $180 is required before your child can get a helmet. This will also be returned after season finished. If you choose to not fundraise please let us know when you leave your cheques that you will be paying out the bond.