Nearly all our spectators are parents or relations. You are not paying to watch two teams battle to win an FA cup tie. You are concerned with the development of your youngster. Get it right!
Enjoy being a spectator, but please take note of the points listed below.
- 1. Set a good example
- The youngsters copy your conduct and attitude.
- 2. Recognise sporting behaviour
- Show that you appreciate sportsmanship on the field. Encouraging players to shake hands at the end of the game is just one example
- 3. Appreciate good football
- Show that you do appreciate good skills by both teams.
- 4. Consider others
- Even if excited by the game, remember to be considerate to other
spectators - young and old.
- 5. Learn the Laws of Association Football
- Then you will appreciate how difficult interpretation can be. Never criticise
referees by shouting from the touchlines. Without the referee there is no
game to watch.
- 6. Never using foul or abusive language or aggressive behaviour
- Ravens FC is responsible for your behaviour on the touchline. Don't let us down. More importantly don't let the youngsters down. Ravens FC will withdraw our team from any game regardless of the
consequences should any manager believe this behaviour is occurring.
- 7. Never taking the Law into you own hands
- The managers, coaches and match officials have been appointed to deal
with all situations. Your interference will only serve to complicate matters.
- 8. Never be drawn into disputes
- Youngsters may not understand the language being used by adults, but
they are always fully aware of feelings. Arguments and expressions of
disquiet will not result in a successful outcome to the game.
- 9. Football is a game of enjoyment for the players and spectators alike
- Support your child and his team in a manner that will maintain the high
standards the club expects from all its players and spectators.