Appendix C
Appendix C — Player Code of Conduct
Aligned to the GHA Player Code of Conduct — expectations on and off the pitch.
Handbook pages 56, 57, 58
Players are expected to
- Respect teammates, coaches, referees, opponents & volunteers
- Try their best in training and matches
- Support teammates and contribute positively
- Listen and learn — be willing to improve
- Represent GHA positively — behaviour reflects on us all
Players should
- Attend regularly, arrive on time & follow instructions
- Welcome new players & look after Club equipment
- Promote teamwork and show sportsmanship
Matchday & social media
- Respect referee decisions & opponents; play fairly
- Behave online as you would in person
- We value respect, effort, teamwork, enjoyment & development
Players should not
- Bully others or use abusive language
- Disrespect coaches or officials
- Damage property or exclude teammates
- Fight or intimidate others
- Bring the Club into disrepute
“Winning is important, but how we behave is more important.”
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