With this in mind we wanted to remind all of you of our code of conduct so that everyone involved in Junior Premier League football knows what the standards are.

The League has and will take a 'zero tolerance' approach to anyone falling outside of the minimum standards expected.

JPL-s MATCH DAY CONDUCT

1. It is the club’s responsibility to control the behaviour of the coaches, managers, players and spectators representing their club.
2. Spectators are not allowed to coach players or instruct them.
3. Spectators are not allowed to abuse, insult or swear at players of either side, the referee, match or club officials and other spectators.
4. Spectators must not encroach onto the playing area at any time. They must stay behind the rope provided on one side of the pitch. They must not be situated behind either of the goals or on the coaches/players side of the pitch.
5. Spectators should try to applaud good play from both sides and conduct themselves in a positive manner.
6. Team officials must not aggressively coach or commentate by telling the players what to do constantly, during the game.
7. Team officials must not abuse players through ridicule, criticism or swearing.
8. Team officials must not abuse match day officials or opposition managers.
9. Team officials must not condone, ignore or encourage inappropriate behaviour or conduct from their players. They should instead take appropriate action. For example through substituting the player and telling them that their conduct is unacceptable.
10. Team officials must stay within their technical area for the duration of the game (except half time).
11. Team officials must not smoke or drink alcohol during the game.
12. Team officials should applaud good play from both teams.
13. Team officials conduct must at all times ensure the welfare of all the players.
14. Players must not use foul and abusive language at any time.
15. Players must not abuse team mates, opposition players, match officials, club officials or spectators at any time.
16. The Club appointed assistant referee must not coach or instruct players at any time.

“Respect is the collective responsibility of those involved in football, at all levels to create a fair, safe and enjoyable environment in which the game can take place. It is the behavioural code for Football.”

Please remember that RESPECT is NOT optional, its a must.