Information For Parents/Carers
Important Club & FA Summary Information
This section provides quick links to everything you need if you have a child playing for the club.
Club Registration
Parents must register their children as players at the start of each season
Obtain a FAN
All parents must register with the FA and have an FA Number (FAN)
Respect Code
Play your part by following the FA's Respect Code at all times
Find Your FAN
If you have already registered with the FA but cannot remember it, find your FAN here
Submit Incident Reports
Submit match day incidents such as abuse or disciplinary to our welfare officer
Behaviour & Discipline
Understand how the league monitors behaviour from club members and associates
Respect Code for Parents
At Saddleworth FC, we are committed to creating a positive and respectful environment for everyone involved in our club. Your support and behavior play a crucial role in ensuring that our young players can enjoy football in a safe and encouraging atmosphere. By following The FA's Code of Respect, you help us maintain the integrity of the game and set a great example for all players.
As a parent, carer or spectator I will:
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Have fun, its what we're here for
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Celebrate effort and good play from both sides
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Always respect the Referee and coaches and encourage players to do the same
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Stay behind the touchline and within the Designated Spectators’ Area (where provided)
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When players make mistakes, offer them encouragement to try again next time
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Never engage in, or tolerate offensive, insulting or abusive language or behavior
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Make myself familiar with safeguarding practices & review guidance on physical contact (5.6) & Acceptable Behaviors When Working With Young People (5.7) documents on the safeguarding section of EnglandFootball.com
I understand that if I do not follow the Code, I may be:
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Issued with a verbal warning or be asked to leave
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Required to meet with the club committee, league, or CFA Welfare Officer
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Obliged to undertake an FA education course
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Requested not to attend future games, be suspended, or have my membership removed
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Required to leave the club along with any dependents and/or issued a fine
