Players will be held to the highest standards of sportsmanship and professionalism. Abiding by these standards will allow all parties involved to enjoy the sport of soccer at every age level and will help all participants develop a better love, understanding, and appreciation for the sport. These standards, concerning the ethical, moral, and professional standards for players, are herein identified and noted.

Each player is responsible to become familiar with and abide by this Code of Conduct. Any infraction to this code or these policies will result in direct disciplinary action by Northern Utah United (Club). What follows is not exhaustive and may include other items beyond what is explicitly stated.

Player Responsibility to Coaches and the Team

• Players shall attend practices, games, and tournaments to which your team is committed.
• Players shall verbally and physically respect both their own coaching staff and that of the opposing team.
• Players shall not argue with nor engage with any member of any coaching staff without proper authorization.
• Players shall remember that it is their responsibility and privilege to participate on a team, and that it is the responsibility and privilege of the coaching staff to coach said team.
• Players shall understand the amount of playing time they receive in games will be based on their skills, determination in practice, punctuality, needs of the team, and attitude. They know that they may receive more or less playing time than their teammates, and that playing time is not guaranteed.
• Players shall abide by the coach’s decisions regarding game strategies, formations, and positioning.

Player Responsibility to Teammates

• Players shall treat others on their team with the same respect and dignity they require for themselves.
• Players shall encourage their teammates in remembering their obligations to adhere to this Player Code of Conduct both on and off the field.
• Players shall encourage their teammates to practice good judgment, sportsmanship, and character towards coaches, referees, and other players of any team.
• Players shall come to each game mentally and physically prepared to do their best.

Player Responsibility to Opponents

• Players shall not verbally or physically assault any member, player, or coach of any opposing team.
• Players shall keep the safety of the opposing players in mind during the course of any match.
• Players shall not use racial slurs or profane language in any way towards players of the opposing team.
• Players shall control their tempers and not retaliate when they feel they have been wronged.

Player Responsibility to Officials

• Players shall not address the officiating team of any match unless previously authorized to do so by a member of the officiating team.
• Players shall not contest any calls or rulings made by any official and will leave such conversations to their coaching staff.
• Players shall respect the physical space and avoid physical conduct with any member of an officiating team.

Player Responsibility to Spectators and Fans

• Players shall not engage in any way, verbally or physically, with any spectator during the course of the match, whether on the field at the time or not.

Player Compliance

I have read, understand, and agree to follow and adhere to the Northern Utah United Player Code of Conduct. I understand that if my actions and personal conduct breach the expectations set for me above in any way, I will be subject to disciplinary action. This may include, but is not limited to:

• Verbal/written warning.
• Face to face meeting with NUU to further discuss the player responsibility regarding the Code of Conduct.
• Suspension from future games.
• Removal of the player from the team.

Electronically signed at registration