Player Expectations

Player Expectations
The coach under the guidance of the Director of Coaching selects the players. The coach’s commitment to the player and the player’s commitment to the team and Sparta United Soccer Club are for the entire competitive season (June 2011-May 2012). It is important that players observe the guidelines established by the team, Sparta United Soccer Club, leagues and UYSA.
As a player I will…
Train and play to the best of my ability
Have a positive attitude and never quit
Win without boasting and exemplify sportsmanship
Respect officials and accept their decisions without question
Only give positive encouragement to fellow teammates
Arrive prepared for all games and training sessions, i.e. proper mental attitude and equipment
Respect my coach, teammates and opponents
Learn and obey the Laws of the Game
Practice soccer skills and condition on my own
Notify the coach if I will be tardy or unable to make a practice, game or meeting
As a player I will never…
Allow my enthusiasm and commitment for soccer to override my responsibilities to my education
Use profane or vulgar language
Use a controlled substance unless prescribed by a physician
Leave the field or a session without the permission of the coach
Disregard any instructions of my coach
Forget that I represent Sparta United Soccer Club