Respect is The FA’s programme to address unacceptable behaviour in football – on and off the pitch.

On average, 7,000 referees quit football every year at because of the abuse they receive from players and from the sidelines. Lots of children also pack it in because of the attitude and actions of over-enthusiastic and pushy parents.

In response, The FA’s Respect programme provides a series of tools for leagues, clubs, coaches, Referees, players and parents from grassroots to elite football to ensure a safe, positive environment in which to enjoy the game.

These tools include agreed codes of conduct, in-service training for Referees, Respect club packs, spectator sideline barriers funded by the Football Foundation and ensuring captains work with referees to manage player behaviour.

The FA has also launched a free online Respect Parent Guide to highlight examples of poor behaviour and, more importantly, how it can be improved.

Please click on the link below which will take you to the FA respect Guide website.

http://www.thefa.com/respectguide/

Printable PDF's are also available for download here.

Respect Codes - Spectators Parents and Carers

Respect Codes - Coaches Managers and Officials

Respect Codes - Young Players

Respect - Captains Guide

The tips guide also helps you understand how you can get more enjoyment from watching your child play.

Top Tips

Please contact any of the managers if you have any concerns during or after a football match.