THERMOSTAT

NOT

THERMOMETER

In the select soccer world, we can be like a thermometer and adjust to the temperature or environment around us. Or, we can be like a thermostat and adjust the environment around us. The vision for the WASA Eagles parents, coaches and players is to proactively create an encouraging and respectful environment around us. With this in mind we expect the following traditions to be implemented and maintained by all associated with our club.

COACHES

• Before every game introduce self to referee and say thank you for being here.
• Before every game greet the opposing coach
• During the game, only the head coach addresses the referee and only in a respectful manner
• Maintain a respectful attitude with all associated with the game or tournament
• Players are only positioned or instructed or encouraged while on the field ... never are they degraded

PARENTS

• Before and after game parents give high five as team runs by
• For parents that like to be vocal during the game: set a goal of letting every player on the team hear his/her name and encouragement from you
• NO talking to the referee
• NO arguing, disagreeable or demeaning discussion with parents of either team
• NO criticism, coaching or correcting of ANY player

PLAYERS

• Run on the field before each half and run off at the end of each half
• When scoring a goal, rather than celebrating in a way that draws attention to yourself, immediately find the person who assisted the goal, give a high five, say thanks and go to the center circle to greet your team with high fives
• NO NEGATIVE comments to or about your teammates, the other team or the referee
• Try to say something supportive to every teammate during the game