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TUSC Code Of Conduct

Tuscaloosa United Soccer Club

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TUSC Code Of Conduct

1. Players

  • ● Give your best effort in training and games
  • ● Be coachable and open to learning
  • ● Support your teammates
  • ● Take responsibility for your development

2. Parents & Spectators

  • ● Support development over results
  • ● Encourage effort and enjoyment of the game
  • ● Do not coach from the sideline
  • ● Allow players to make their own decisions during games
  • ● Respect referees, coaches, players, and opponents
  • ● Address concerns privately and away from the field
  • ● Follow the 24-hour rule before discussing game-related concerns
  • ● Parents are responsible for the behavior of all spectators attending on their behalf

3. Coaches

  • ● Create a positive, fun, and development-focused environment
  • ● Use game-based training that encourages decision-making
  • ● Treat all players with respect and support their development
  • ● Communicate clearly with players and families
  • ● Represent TUSC values in all interactions

4. Commitment & Accountability

  • ● Attend training and games consistently
  • ● Communicate conflicts in advance
  • ● Be reliable and accountable to your team
  • ● Commitment level may impact playing time, role, or placement

5. Consequences

  • ● Verbal warning
  • ● Removal from the field area
  • ● Further action as determined by TUSC

6. Our Goal

  • ● Player development through game-based learning
  • ● Build confidence, decision-making, and understanding of the game

 

By participating in TUSC programs, players and families agree to support the club’s values and expectations as outlined in the TUSC Way.

 

These expectations reflect the TUSC values of Growth, Commitment, Character, and Joy.

Barry Spitzer

Director of Coaching