Coaches Guide
Kilcock Celtic Football Club — Coaches’ Code of Conduct
Coaches Guide
At Kilcock Celtic we want to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for all our players to learn to play soccer. Coaches should always be encouraging when speaking and coaching the payers, especially the underage teams. It is your responsibility to insure every player gets a fair amount of playing time during the matches, this especial applies to the non-competitive age groups, as it’s not about winning it’s about developing our players to a standard which allows them to compete and enjoy playing soccer. The winning will follow when they get better at playing.
Rules
Coaches Guide
At Kilcock Celtic we want to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for all our players to learn to play soccer. Coaches should always be encouraging when speaking and coaching the payers, especially the underage teams. It is your responsibility to insure every player gets a fair amount of playing time during the matches, this especial applies to the non-competitive age groups, as it’s not about winning it’s about developing our players to a standard which allows them to compete and enjoy playing soccer. The winning will follow when they get better at playing.
Rules
All players are welcome at our club, no matter what race, gender or their level of ability.
We always coach in a positive way, encouraging players to participate and work for their team mates
We are never abusive to the referee or opposition coaches or players, as this is not the example we want to set our players.
We must control the side line and ask parents who are behaving inappropriately to stop.
If a players is looking to join the club, they should do so at the appropriate age level (if they already play for the club at the age level above, we do not ask them to move)
We always coach in a positive way, encouraging players to participate and work for their team mates
We are never abusive to the referee or opposition coaches or players, as this is not the example we want to set our players.
We must control the side line and ask parents who are behaving inappropriately to stop.
If a players is looking to join the club, they should do so at the appropriate age level (if they already play for the club at the age level above, we do not ask them to move)
As a coach at Kilcock Celtic Football Club, you play a vital role in the development, enjoyment, and safety of our players. To uphold the values of respect, fairness, and sportsmanship, all coaches must adhere to the following Code of Conduct:
1. Respect for Players
- Always put the welfare, enjoyment, and safety of players first.
- Treat every player fairly and equally, regardless of ability, gender, age, race, or background.
- Encourage and praise effort and improvement, not just results.
- Never ridicule or shout at players for making mistakes.
2. Positive Coaching Behaviour
- Be a role model for players, displaying good sportsmanship at all times.
- Use positive and constructive language — never use abusive, offensive, or inappropriate language.
- Set clear boundaries for acceptable behaviour on and off the pitch.
- Support and encourage players to respect opponents, referees, teammates, and spectators.
3. Safety and Wellbeing
- Ensure that training sessions and matches are safe and appropriate for the age and ability of players.
- Never train or play an injured player without proper medical clearance.
- Maintain appropriate qualifications (e.g., safeguarding, first aid, coaching badges) and stay up to date.
- Report any concerns about a child’s welfare to the Club Child Welfare Officer immediately.
4. Integrity and Professionalism
- Be punctual and prepared for training sessions and matches.
- Wear appropriate club gear and present a professional image.
- Avoid conflicts of interest and never engage in any behaviour that could bring the club into disrepute.
- Do not engage in or tolerate any form of bullying, harassment, or discrimination.
5. Communication and Relationships
- Maintain professional relationships with all players — no inappropriate physical contact or social media interaction.
- Communicate openly and respectfully with parents/guardians and keep them informed of schedules and expectations.
- Listen to players and encourage them to have a voice in their own development.
6. Commitment to Learning
- Be open to feedback and continually seek to develop your own coaching skills.
- Attend club meetings, workshops, and coaching courses where possible.
Breaches of the Code
Any breach of this Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action in line with club policies, which could include suspension or removal from your coaching role.
By signing below, I agree to uphold and abide by this Coaches’ Code of Conduct at all times while representing Kilcock Celtic Football Club.
Coach Name: __________________________
Signature: _____________________________
Date: _________________________________
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Kilcock Celtic FC
Founded 1970