LET CHILDREN PLAY

The whistle has been blown,
the die has been cast.
Mum and Dad cannot help.
They stand all alone.

A goal at this moment
would send the
team home.

The ball near their feet,
they kick and it misses

Theres a moan from the crowd,
some boos and some hisses

A thoughtless voice cries
“take off the bum”.

Tears fill their eyes,
its no longer fun.

If you have ever tempted to
shout or groan.

Remember its a child who
stands all alone.

So open your heart,
give them a break

Its moments like this,
a player you make.

Keep this in mind,
please do not forget

Theyre only children.
Not adults yet

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Players Code is to...

• make every effort to develop their own sporting abilities in terms of skills techniques, tactics and stamina.
• give maximum effort and strive for the best possible performance during a game, even if the team is in a position where the desired result has already been achieved.
• set a positive example for others, particularly young players and supporters.
• always have regard to the best interest of the game, including where publicly expressing an opinion on the game and any particular aspect if it, including others involved in the game.
• do not use inappropriate language.

A player should...

• make every effort consistent with fair play and the laws of the game to help their own team win.
• resist any influence which might, or might be seen to bring into question their commitment to the team winning.

A player should...

• know and abide by the laws, rules and spirit of the game and the competition rules.
• accept success and failure, victory and defeat equally.
• resist any temptation to take banned substances or use banned techniques.

• Players must be 6 years of age on or before 31st August
• Players in Teams Under 7s and Under 8s cannot play for points
• To play more than seven per side, the player must be 10 years old on or after 31st August.

For clarification check out John Bryan Age Limits