Bill of Rights for young players

• The right to participate irrespective of my colour, my creed or my ability.
• The right to participate at a level commensurate with my development level.
• The right to have qualified adult leadership.
• The right to participate in safe and healthy environments.
• The right to share in the leadership and decision-making of my team.
• The right to play as a child and not as an adult.
• The right to proper preparation for participation in my chosen sport.
• The right to an equal opportunity to strive for success.
• The right to be treated with dignity.
• The right to have fun and to enjoy my game.

Young players code

• Learn and observe the Laws of the Game.
• Beat opponents by skill and not by unfair methods.
• Never argue with the Referee or Linesmen.
• Retire quickly need requested to.
• Do not appeal for throw-ins, off-sides, free-kicks, etc.
• Give the ball promptly to opponents for throw-ins, free-kicks, etc.
• If an opponent gives you the ball for a throw-in, free-kick, etc, do not take advantage of the player being out of position.
• Keep your self-control at all times and do not retaliate.
• Do not overact when your team scores a goal.
• Accept victory modestly and defeat graciously remembering that your team will be judged by your behaviour.