• I will never place the value of winning before the safety and welfare of all players

• I will always show respect for players, other coaches, and game officials.

• I will lead by example, demonstrating fair play and sportsmanship at all times.

• I will be demonstrate knowledgeable of the rules of the game, and teach these rules to my players.

• I will never use abusive or insulting language. I will treat everyone with dignity.

• I will not tolerate inappropriate behavior, regardless of the situation.

• I will not allow the use of anabolic agents or stimulants, drugs, tobacco, or alcohol by any of my players.

• I will never knowingly jeopardize the eligibility and participation of a student-athlete.

• Youth have a greater need for example than criticism. I will be the primary soccer role model.

• I will at all times conduct myself in a positive manner.

• Coaching is motivating players to produce their best effort, inspiring players to learn, and encouraging players to be winners.

• Coach’s actions on sidelines during  games  shall  be   in the spirit of "good sportsmanship" at all times. Profanity, profane gestures, arguing, inciting  disruptive  behavior   by  spectators and/or players,  or  any conduct   not   in   the   spirit of  good sportsmanship,  shall  require disciplinary action  from  the   affiliate.

• Alcohol, illegal drugs and unauthorized prescription drugs shall not be possessed, consumed or distributed before, during or after any game or at any other time at the field and/or game complex.

• I will refrain from any activity or conduct that may be detrimental or reflect adversely upon FYSA, its members or its programs

• I will accurately and completely complete the coach/volunteer application form and by application attest to the accuracy of the information submitted.

Failure to comply may result in the suspension of your privilege to participate in FYSA sanctioned events, for the following periods:

1st offense suspension minimum thirty (30) days to a maximum of five (5) years
2nd offense suspension for a minimum of one (1) year to a maximum of Ten (10) years
3rd offense suspension for a minimum of five (5) years to a maximum of fifty (50) years.