This edition of the Football Hervey Bay Inc. Parents Information Manual was revised and printed in February 2006.
Parents should check with the CMC Secretary to ensure that it is the most recent version.

Abbreviations used throughout this manual:         .

PLAYER ELIGIBILITY

Players representing FHB must be registered junior players with a club that is affiliated with a Association and that Association affiliated with WBS and must not have attained the respective age before the 1st January of the year of the championships are held.

Proof of date of birth shall be by way of a birth certificate (no original birth certificate will be accepted).  Players should supply a Certified Copy of their Birth Certificate. Each Association is to ensure that they receive the correct proof of age.

Any player selected to play in a Zone team shall make themselves available to the Association to which they are registered, to play in that Association's representative team at championships, unless extenuating circumstances occur.  

Failure to represent their Association shall result in their removal from the Zone squad/team unless extenuating circumstances occur.  Proof of illness or other cause of absence shall be necessary to validate their failure to represent.

The FHB DOC will assess players who are children of the Hervey Bay Coaching personnel for inclusion in the final TIS/SCS team.

The FHB DOC in consultation with the CMC Management Committee and CMC Coaching personnel, may, at his/her discretion allow the addition of players to CMC training squads.

PLAYERS ATTIRE

No player is to wear Zone or State representative clothing whilst playing for their Association in the Championships or trials.
    
All players MUST wear shin pads for training and games. If a players does not wear shin pads and they are injured, the Insurance cover on players is negated.

Players when travelling to other Zones for games organised by the FHB, are encouraged to wear FHB clothing, but where teams have not been equipped with FHB clothing, the players are to wear Soccer related clothing (that means no board shorts, tank tops or thongs).

SELECTION

Players who were in previous Wide Bay teams are not automatically selected in the following years FHB squads.  

Selections are based on performance at trials conducted throughout the season. Names of selected players are not announced on the day of any trials. More than one goalkeeper shall be selected in training squads and final teams are to nominate their main goalkeeper and a reserve keeper or player/keeper.

A list of these names is forwarded to the CMC Secretary and letters are sent to the selected players approximately two weeks after the relevant trial.  Details of training dates, times, venues as set by the Coaching personnel will also be forwarded. A set of paperwork will be supplied to all squad members.  This paperwork includes the following items:  Medical forms and Player agreement forms.  These forms are to be completed by parents and given to the Manager at the first training session.  Forms are not to be sent to the CMC Secretary.

If and when the Selection panel cannot decide on the make up of the squad then the FHB Management Committee must be consulted on the matter and a decision made.

As culling (cutting of players) takes place for each squad, those players who are dropped will only receive notification by mail from the CMC Secretary.  Once the final 16 players have been selected a letter from the CMC Secretary will be forwarded to those players.  

FHB representative training is a compulsory activity for players, and consideration is given to summer sports. However, players are still required to contact the Manager when they are unavailable for training or have other sport commitments.  If no contact is made and a player is constantly absent from training, they risk being culled from the squad.

CODES OF BEHAVIOUR

Football Hervey Bay Inc. has adopted the Football Queensland Codes of Behaviour.

PLAYER’S CODE

1.    Play for the “love of the game” and not just to please parents and coaches.
2.    Work equally hard for yourself and your team. Your team’s performance will benefit so will you.
3.    Play by the rules.
4.    Never argue with an official. If you disagree, have your captain or coach approach the official during a break or after the game.
5.     Be a good sport. Applaud all good plays whether they are by your team or the opposition.
6.     Treat all players, as you would like to be treated. Do not interfere with, bully or take unfair advantage of another player.
7.     Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials or other players, or deliberately fouling or provoking an opponent, are all unacceptable behaviours.
8.     Co-operate with your coach, Team-mates and opponents. Without them there would be no game.

COACHES CODE

1.    Remember that children play for the fun and enjoyment and that winning is only a part of their motivation.
2.    Never ridicule or yell at players for making mistakes or losing a game.
3.    Be reasonable in your demands on your players’ time, energy and enthusiasm.
4.    Teach your players to follow the rules.
5.    Whenever possible, group players to ensure that everyone has a reasonable chance of success.
6.    Avoid over playing the talented players. The ‘just average’ players need and deserve equal time.
7.    Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age and ability of the players.
8.    Develop team respect for the ability of opponents and for the judgements of officials and opposing coaches.
9.    Follow the advice of a physician when determining when an injured player is ready to recommence training or playing.
10.  Keep informed of the latest coaching practices and the principles of children’s growth and development.

ADMINISTRATOR’S CODE

1.    Involve mature young people in the planning, leadership, evaluation and decision making related to our sport.
2.    Give all children equal opportunities to participate.
3.    Ensure that rules, equipment, length of games and training schedules suit the age, ability and maturity level of players.
4.    Provide appropriate supervision and quality instruction for all players.
5.    Remember that children participate for enjoyment. Don’t over-emphasize awards.
6.    Help coaches and officials highlight appropriate behaviour, skill development and help improve the standards of coaching and officiating.

OFFICIAL’S CODE

1.    Modify rules and regulations to match the skill levels and needs of children.
2.    Compliment and encourage all participants.
3.    Be consistent, fair, objective and courteous when making decisions.
4.    Condemn unsporting behaviour and promote respect for all participants.
5.    Emphasize the ‘spirit’ of the game, rather than errors.
6.    Encourage and promote rule changes, which will make participation more enjoyable.
7.    Be a good sport yourself. Actions speak louder than words. Your behaviour and comments should be positive and supportive.
8.    Keep up to date with the latest trends in officiating and knowledge of children’s growth and development.

PARENT’S CODE

1.    Remember that children play soccer for their enjoyment, not yours. If a child is reluctant to play, encourage but don’t force them.
2.    Focus on the player’s effort and performance rather than winning or losing.
3.    Assist in setting realistic personal goals related to his/her ability.
4.    Encourage children to always play according to the laws of the game.
5.    Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a game.
6.    Remember that children learn best by example. Applaud good play by both teams.
7.    Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from all sporting activities.
8.    Respect officials’ decisions and teach children to do likewise.
9.    Show your appreciation of volunteers, coaches, officials and administrators.
10.  Without them, your child could not participate.
11.   Encourage children to recognize the value of an honest effort so that the result of each game is accepted without undue disappointment.

SPECTATOR'S CODE 

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1.    Children play organized sports for fun. They are not playing for the entertainment of spectators only, nor are they miniature professionals.
2.    Applaud good performance and efforts by your team and the opponents.
3.    Congratulate both teams upon their performance regardless of the game’s outcome.
4.    Respect the officials’ decision and at all times demonstrate appropriate social sporting behaviour.
5.    Never ridicule or scold a player for making a mistake during a game. Positive comments are motivational.
6.    Condemn the use of violence in any from. Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from all sporting activities.
7.    Show respect for your team’s opponents. Without them there would be no game.
8.    Encourage players to play by the rules and the officials’ decisions.

MEDIA CODE

1.    Provide coverage of junior premiership and non-premiership soccer as well as reporting the adult game.
2.    Place in proper perspective the isolated incidents of unsporting conduct.
3.    Focus upon the children’s fair play and their honest effort.
4.    Children are not miniature professionals and adults should not place unfair expectations upon them.
5.    Be aware of the difference between the goals of Junior Soccer and those of the professional game. Make the readers, viewers and listeners aware of these differences. The professional is an entertainer and wage earner and this, on occasions, may be reflected in the professional player’s behaviour.
6.    Give all young people a ‘fair go’ regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.

All FHB Squad / Team Members have signed the following:
    

• In accepting the position of a player with the WBJSZ I agree to:

• Abide by the Code of Conduct of Football Queensland and agree not to engage in the use of crude, foul or abusive language.

• I agree not to engage in any conduct detrimental to the image of the game when on or off the field of play.

• Abide by the FHB dress code at all times.

• I agree to wear the FHB uniform with pride at all times during the any carnival as determined by the Manager.

• Treat the Coaching Personnel, Officials, my fellow team mates and spectators with respect.

• To be punctual and to wear the correct soccer attire for all trainings, camps and games.

• Attend all training sessions, camps and games organised by FHB coaches.  In the event of sickness, I will contact the Manager.

• Act in a professional manner and display good sportsmanship at all times.

• Not to use any banned substances or drugs. 

• I also agree not to smoke or consume alcohol whilst being part of the FHB squad and/ or team.

• To refrain from arguing with the Referee or Assistant Referees regarding decisions made in games.

NOTE TO PLAYERS AND PARENTS:   
It should be noted that the agreement signed by both the player and parent applies to all members of FHB Rep training squads and final teams.  Any breach thereof shall be subject to disciplinary action by the CMC with possible exclusion from the squad or team.

 
TRAVELLING
   
Training & Interzone games

Players should travel in neat soccer attire to and from training and matches.  No board shorts, surf wear, thongs etc are allowed. (It is at the discretion of the Coaching personnel if they allow players to wear thongs after training).  Bare feet will not be tolerated.  Your feet are the tools of your soccer trade.

When travelling with Wide Bay for Interzone games, players are encouraged to wear WBJSZ clothing, but where teams or players have not been equipped with Zone clothing, the players are to wear Soccer related clothing (that means no board shorts, tank tops or thongs).



TRAINING

1.    Boots to be clean at all times.
2.    Shin pads must be worn at all training’s.
3.    Socks to be pulled up at all times.
4.    No board shirts, surf wear, hockey wear to be worn.
5.    Shirts to be worn at all times and tucked in.
6.    Caps or Hats to be worn during day time training (no buttons on top of hats)
7.    Suitable footwear to be worn to and from training (no thongs or bare feet allowed).
8.    Use sunscreen protection.
9.    Kit bag to be brought to all training and games, included should be:
        Fluids for consumption during and after training
        Shoe polish and brush
        Extra studs if required
        Extra shoelaces (at least one pair)
        Towel and change of clothing - (soap, toiletries, brush etc.)

It is preferable for all players to shower after all trainings and games depending on the standard of facilities provided; thongs are required for use in showers.



RESTRICTIONS

Lollies and rubbish foods

Excessive eating of lollies will not be tolerated.  It is at the discretion of the Coaching personnel if players will be allowed to have lollies or other sweets during their time away. Players should be made aware that healthy food is much better for sports people. If it is found that excessive sweets have been purchased or brought along, the Coaching personnel have the right to confiscate these items.  Under no circumstances are players allowed chewing gum when travelling, at camps, training, Interzone games.

Spray cans
Deodorants spray cans were once banned for all players due to the safety aspect.  It has been decided to allow players to have spray cans, but misbehaviour, will mean confiscation.

Jewellery
Jewellery of any kind, including piercing, cannot be worn whilst playing, or training.  Players wearing jewellery at training and games will be asked to remove it.  It is to be kept in mind that the Coaching personnel take no responsibility for any lost jewellery.



EXEMPLARY BEHAVIOUR

In accordance with the Code of Conduct signed by players and Coaching personnel, exemplary behaviour of officials and players is expected at all times. They are Ambassadors for the CMC and are to remain within the parameters of such at all times.  The CMC will not tolerate any official or player entering into arguments or unsportsmanlike incidents with referees, opponents or spectators.  The CMC may dismiss any official or player for behaviour detrimental to the code of Soccer.  Coaching personnel are required at all times, to set the highest possible standards both on and off the field.  They are required to keep within the rules of the game and the rules for dispute. The Coaching personnel should advise the CMC Secretary of any dispute and the surrounding circumstances.



DISCIPLINE

The CMC Secretary is to be notified immediately regardless of distance, after any breach of discipline.  The player is to be informed by the Manager that they are to be suspended.  The suspended player should not take part in soccer until the Coaching personnel resolve the matter in consultation with Management.  A written report is to be forwarded to the CMC Secretary as soon as possible.  If at any time a player brings the game or the team into disrepute, the Coaching personnel MUST ensure that another official is present when admonishing that player.



COMPLAINTS

Any complaints regarding any aspect of your squad should be made to the CMC Secretary upon your return.  This complaint must be in writing and signed by a member of the Coaching personnel.

If any Coach is not satisfied with the action or behaviour of another Coach, Assistant Coach or Manager, he/she is to forward details of incident/s including witness’s names to the CMC Secretary as soon as possible for the Management Committee’s action.

If parents or players have any complaints regarding a member of the Coaching personnel they are to forward all relevant information including witnesses names to the CMC Secretary as soon as possible for the Management Committee’s action.

It is preferred not to accept verbal complaints, however you can contact a member of the Management Committee to discuss the matter, however, if you wish the complaint to be actioned upon, it is required to be in writing and signed.



INJURY AND INSURANCE

Injuries are to be handled by the Manager/Sports Trainer and it will be at the discretion of the Sports Trainer whether the player will continue playing.

If a player has a previous injury prior to any games a letter of clearance from a Physiotherapist is required.

Players are to advise their Manager of any injuries of any kind. 

The team Manager is required to record all injuries in the Coaching Record Manual supplied by the Zone.

The Insurance Company provides insurance claim forms, which have been given to each Manager for distribution when required.

If more forms are required, they are available from the CMC Secretary.



MEDICATION

Players who require any form of Ventolin for asthma, Panadol etc must have a letter from their Doctor before departing for the TIS/SCS.  Forms for Doctors are available from the Wide Bay website.



FUND RAISING

Teams/squads are able to organise their own fund raising in consultation with the teams Manager.  All fund raising does incur GST.  Players organising fund raising are to contact the Secretary for a letter, stating that this or these particular players are a member/s of Football Hervey Bay Inc.  Representative Squad.



UNFINANCIAL PLAYERS

Players who have outstanding amounts owing to FHB can risk becoming unfinancial to the CMC and their Club.