GAA Code of Behaviour - Sideline Charter

Code of Conduct for Managers, Spectators & Sideline:

ALWAYS:

Show respect to Match Officials (Referee, etc.), Opposition Players, Coaches, Managers, Club & County Officials, Parents and Spectators.
Adhere to the Rules and Spirit of the Game
Promote and encourage Fair Play, high standards of behaviour and respect for coaches, other players, the Referee and Match Officials.
Always respect the match official’s decision.
Support your child, your Team and the Coaches in a positive manner.
Applaud good play from both Teams.
Adopt a positive attitude on the sideline and avoid using foul or offensive language.

NEVER:

Shout at the Referee or Match Officials.
Argue with or criticise your child’s Coaches.
Criticise Players or shout at them if they make a mistake.
Engage in public criticism of the Match Officials or Referee.
Engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting, or abusive language or behaviour towards Players, other Parents, Coaches or Match Officials.
Enter the field of play without the Referee’s permission or unless specifically invited to do so, by an Official in charge.
Encroach onto the field of play for any reason, during or after the match, with the intention of confronting the Referee or accosting a Player or Coach.

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