PARENTS' CODE OF CONDUCT
Acceptance of membership by Paragon Futbol Academy (PFA) is a privilege that carries with it certain responsibilities.
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Players and parents are expected to engage in the highest standards of conduct at all “Club-Related Events” (which includes all practices, games, and team travel). By joining the Club, players and parents agree to the following:
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PARENT
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The Parent agrees to set a good example by modeling the highest standard of sportsmanship.
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The parent agrees to maintain a professional relationship with the child’s coach and Program Director and avoid a confrontation immediately following the game.
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The Parent agrees to refrain from using foul language at club events and abusing, harassing, or berating players, coaches, referees, opponents, or spectators.
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The parent agrees to refrain from coaching or instructing players during practices or games.
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The parent agrees to use their best efforts to have the player on time for training and games.
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The parent agrees to stay current on all financial obligations to the Club.
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​The parent agrees to wait 24 hours after a Club-Related Event before discussing concerns with the coach or Academy Director.
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The parent agrees never to criticize a coach or player in a public manner, including through email.
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The parent agrees to get involved with the Club and promote the game in a positive way.
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EXPECTATIONS OF BEHAVIOR
The following behaviors by players or parents will not be tolerated and may be grounds for suspension or dismissal of the player from the Club:
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Repeated failure to meet any of the above-listed responsibilities after having been reminded by a coach or Academy Director to do so.
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Any use or possession of an illegal substance at a Club-Related Event.
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Any engagement in illegal activity at a Club-Related Event.
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Any attempt to purposefully injure, abuse, or haze someone at a Club-Related Event.
In the event a player or parent engages in any of the above-listed behaviors, the Academy Director will determine the appropriate disciplinary action. All decisions to suspend or dismiss a player from the Club for any of the above behaviors will be made in consultation with the Board of Directors and will be final.