Purpose
The purpose of these rules and regulations is to establish guidelines for coaches at Kempshot Sports Academy. We strive to provide a safe, supportive, and professional environment for all students, coaches, and staff.
Coach Responsibilities
1. Player Safety: Ensure the safety and well-being of all players during training sessions and matches.
2. Professional Conduct: Maintain a professional and respectful demeanor at all times.
3. Coaching Standards: Adhere to established coaching standards and best practices.
4. Communication: Communicate effectively with players, parents, and academy staff.
5. Player Development: Focus on player development and progress.
Code of Conduct
1. Respect: Treat players, colleagues, and officials with respect and dignity.
2. Fairness: Ensure fairness and impartiality in coaching decisions.
3. Integrity: Maintain integrity and honesty in all interactions.
4. Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality of player and academy information.Sample Rules
5. Prohibition on Arranged Matches: The academy coach is strictly prohibited from participating in arranged
matches or any form of match-fixing.
6. Reporting Requirements: The coach must report any approaches or offers related to match-fixing or arranged
matches to the academy's management or governing body immediately.
7. Consequences of Non-Compliance: Any breach of this rule will result in severe consequences, including but
not limited to:
- Suspension or termination of contract
- Loss of coaching certifications or licenses
- Damage to professional reputation
8. Education and Awareness: The coach must participate in regular education and awareness programs regarding
match-fixing, corruption, and sports integrity.
9. Monitoring and Oversight: The academy's management or governing body will conduct regular monitoring and
oversight to ensure compliance with these rules.
Coaching Requirements
1. Qualifications: Hold relevant coaching qualifications and certifications.
2. First Aid Training: Maintain current first aid training certification.
3. Background Checks: Undergo background checks as required by the academy.
Academy Policies
1. Player Registration: Ensure all players are registered and have completed necessary paperwork.
2. Medical Information: Be aware of player medical information and allergies.
3. Emergency Procedures: Follow established emergency procedures.
Communication Guidelines
1. Parent Communication: Communicate regularly with parents regarding player progress and concerns.
2. Player Communication: Communicate effectively with players, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
3. Colleague Communication: Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistency and best practices.
Disciplinary Procedures
1. Investigation: Investigate allegations of misconduct or breach of rules.
2. Disciplinary Action: Take disciplinary action, up to and including termination, if necessary.
Coach Evaluation
1. Regular Evaluation: Participate in regular evaluation and feedback sessions.
2. Performance Improvement: Work on improving performance and addressing areas of concern.
24 Hr Rule:
The 24hr rule is a rule that is in place to help keep peace between the coach and parents.
The rule is simple. Parents are not allowed to approach the coach about issues until 24hrs after the issue.
Reasons for the rule:
To allow the parent to calm down after the issue has developed
Allow the coach to calm down after the event
Give parents and coaches time to think about the problem
To prevent any unnecessary acts or scenes in front of players and other parent’s
Calmer heads will prevail
To stop any embarrassing moments in front of the Players or child
The hope that time to think about the issues will help to solve the problem in a positive manner and the right resolution
Sometimes in the heat of the moment parents and coaches say things that they really don’t mean. This can hurt the player or team because things where not handled correctly. The parent & coach relationship is important, but the overall decisions should be based on what is best for the team and players. The rule is in place to help protect the players and team.
Violations Of The Parent Code Of Conduct:
Violations of the Parent Code of Conduct may result in:
A Parent being suspended and/or removed from a game for misconduct.
A Coach being suspended and/or removed from a game for misconduct.
A Parent or Coach could be removed from the team/facility for the duration of the season.
Consequences of Non-Compliance
1. Verbal Warning: Coaches who fail to comply with this policy may receive a verbal warning.
2. Written Warning: Repeated non-compliance may result in a written warning.
3. Disciplinary Action: Failure to comply with this policy may result in disciplinary action, including but not limited to, suspension or termination.
Acknowledgement
By accepting a coaching position at Kempshot Sports Academy, coaches acknowledge that they have read, understood, and will comply with these rules and regulations.