RESPECT - A guide for all in football

A subject that is sometimes mentioned on and off the pitch is the element of respect shown for both, players referees and coaches. Take a look at this link -

http://www.thefa.com/Leagues/Respect

It is a guide for everyone. It's a CLEAR Agenda - it's Youth football not adult football it is about having FUN!

Be encouraging - football is about fun, enthusiasm, play and development.

All Players should be given equal opportunities regardless of their play or ability.

'Sub' players fairly and equally, no player will then feel that they are not worthy of playing the game of ENJOYABLE football.

The welfare officer and coach comments where particularly interesting. Rotational play to increase each childs potential was also of interest as mentioned by the child welfare officer.

Winning is 'not' the key thing - it is ALL about enjoyment at a young age.

It seems that the behaviour that we see during adult football and through the media could be a factor as to why expectations have increasingly progressed and have had an impact on children's football.

We all must remember that these are children and they too deserve respect regardless of their ability. Pass this blog on ...