Burton Bullets Junior Football Club Welcome Pack 2014/2015 Season Page 1
Contents 1.0 Background to the Club 3 2.0 Club Ethos 4 3.0 Club Organisation 5 3.1 Nidderdale Junior Football League 5 3.2 Affiliation 7 3.3 Matches and Training 8 3.4 Match and Training Notifications 8 3.5 Coaches & Club Officers 8 3.6 Our Coaching Aims & Objectives 9 3.7 End of Season Tournament & Awards 10 3.8 Income 10 3.9 Sponsorship 10 3.10 Annual Player Fees 11 3.11 Match Day income 11 4.0 Codes of Conduct 12 4.1 Best Practice 12 4.2 Players 12 4.3 Coaches 14 4.4 Parents & Spectators 15 5.0 Child Protection & Welfare 17 6.0 Respect 18 7.0 Equality Policy 19 Page 2
1.0 Background to the Club We have come a long way since 2004 when 9 children and 2 coaches met on Saturday mornings and managed a few friendly games with neighboring villages. In 2005, with 17 children and a shirt sponsor we set about with some other like-minded villages to form the Nidderdale Junior Football League. The founding member villages were Burton Leonard, Hampsthwaite, Tockwith, Ripley & Scotton. We all decided to go down this route rather than joining one of the Harrogate leagues as what was important to us all was being in full control of the Ethos & Spirit of the league. Joining a large established league as small village teams didn t seem appropriate. In 2006 we were able to field a team in each age group, Under 7 s, Under 9 s & Under 11 s and started to really feel that the club had a become part of the village way of life. The club continued to develop both in terms of coaching and membership and in January 2010 Burton Bullets achieved FA Charter Standard Status. This provides recognition that the club is well run, sustainable, with child protection and safety paramount. It also recognises the club s commitment to coaching players and coach development, and the raising of standards of behaviour in the game. Last year we had over 60 children as members and 8 dedicated coaches. The Nidderdale League for the 2014 / 2015 season includes the following teams with matches for Under 7 s, Under 8 s (new for this season), Under 9 s and Under 11 s: BURTON BULLETS Hampsthwaite & Birstwith Kirkby Malzeard Lions Ripley Rockets Scotton Scorchers Tockwith Pateley Bridge We look forward to an enjoyable and successful 2014/2015 season and welcome you to the club Page 3
2.0 Club Ethos Having Fun and being Safe is our Ethos We would like children to enjoy the world s greatest game; however the children are more important than the activity. We must always focus on the needs of the children and ensure that they: Enjoy the game Feel success Take an active part whatever their ability Learn to play as a team Develop fitness and soccer skills Respect Officials, Coaches, Team mates and opposing players. Every child counts and for everyone that is involved and will become involved in Burton Bullets the club will always do its utmost to ensure they have fun and are safe from bullying and offensive behavior. We support the FA s Zero Tolerance Policy Page 4
3.0 Club Organisation 3.1 Nidderdale Junior Football League The club was a founder member of the Nidderdale Junior Football League. The league was set up by the villages of Ripley, Hampsthwaite, Scotton, Tockwith and Burton Leonard to facilitate friendly football matches for children between the ages of 5 and 11. Pateley Bridge subsequently joined the league in 2012. League Ethos and Rules 1. The League should not exceed 7 teams per age division thus maintaining a maximum 12 game season, with 18 Saturday s available for coaching. 2. The games must at all times be played in a friendly, respectful and supportive manner, with all parties, including players, parents and coaches respecting and supporting the opposition and the referee. 3. The games should be played in a relaxed and friendly manner, with any issues being discussed calmly to reach consensus. 4. Any abuse, bad language or inappropriate behaviour may result in expulsion from the league. In the exceptional event that agreement cannot be reached, a written explanation of the issue must be sent to the league secretary by both parties. 5. The clubs all follow the guidelines and rules set out by the FA for Mini Soccer. Including retreat lines, with defending teams retreating to the half way line until the goal kick has been taken. Roll outs only permitted during live play. 6. Under 7 s, Under 8 s and Under 9 s cannot record results for a League under FA Guidelines. They are only allowed to play friendly games against the other villages. 7. Under 7 s, Under 8s and Under 9 s results are NOT to be recorded in any medium, including, the press or via websites. 8. Results will be no longer be officially recorded for Under 11 s and no League table will be distributed. However scores from the League match (first match) for the U11 s age group should still be reported to the League Secretary. 9. Results of matches will be agreed on the day of the game and the home team will send results as soon as possible or within 1 week of the fixture taking place by email to the League Secretary. This is solely for the purpose of keeping a record that fixtures are being completed and that Guidelines regarding goals scored can be monitored. Page 5
10. Matches Under 7 s: 10 minutes each way on 20 x 30 yards to 25 x 35 yards pitch maximum - goals 12ft x 6ft; Match Format 5 v 5 SIZE 3 BALLS Under 7 s are defined as children in School Years 1 & 2. Maximum of 3 matches or one hours play per child. Under 8 s: 10 minutes each way on 20 x 30 yards to 25 x 35 yards pitch maximum - goals 12ft x 6ft; Match Format 5 v 5 SIZE 3 BALLS Under 8 s are defined as children in School Year 3. Maximum of 3 matches or one hours play per child. Under 9 s: 15 minutes each way on 50 x 30 yards to 60 x 40 yards pitch maximum - goals 12ft x 6ft; Match Format 7 v 7 SIZE 3 BALLS Under 9 s are defined as children in School Year 4; Under 11 s: 20 minutes each way on 50 x 30 yards to 60 x 40 yards pitch maximum - goals 12ft x 6ft; Match Format 7 v 7 SIZE 4 BALLS Under 11 s are defined as children in School Years 5 and 6. Boxes are to be marked out, use of cones not permitted. Goal difference will not count. Therefore it is not necessary to score as many goals as possible in matches, each club should consider the issue of creating totally one- sided matches. Refer to Rule 17 12. The home team will contact the opposition at least by the previous Thursday of the week prior to the match to confirm arrangements are in place, (so that details can be confirmed to players and parents the Saturday before the game). 13. All coaches and any regular parental assistants must be fully CRB checked. All coaches should also carry out the Child Protection part of the FA Level 1 Course within their first year of coaching. Page 6
14. All clubs should encourage coaches to be qualified to FA Level 1. Recommendations are such that FA Level 1 qualified coaches look to join the FA Licensed Coaches Club which stipulates members hold full accreditations. 15. Each club should have or be working towards Charter Standard, having this accreditation in place within three years of joining the League. All clubs are to forward the relevant details to League Secretary before the start of the season. 16. The League agreed to adhere to mixed ability teams within age groups U7 s, U8 s and U9 s. The aim being that there is no strong or weak side. 17. To keep games fair and promote the children s confidence, a 4 goal differential is in place, if teams are winning by 4 goals or more, they must be seen to change things around to better balance the game. 18. All clubs to implement FA Youth Policy as per FA Guidelines. This includes retreat lines, advised ball sizes per age group, pitch sizes as above etc. Players of any gender are permitted to play up a year i.e. U7s can play U8s, U8s can play U9s and so on. 3.2 Affiliation The West Riding County Football Association (WRCFA) is the governing body of all Association Football in the County area. Both the Nidderdale League and Burton Bullets are affiliated to West Riding County FA. The West Riding County FA Fleet Lane Woodlesford LEEDS LS26 8NX 0113 282 1222 Page 7
3.3 Matches and Training Matches and Training sessions commence at 9.30am on a Saturday morning (unless otherweise notified). We ask that all players are at the ground ready for either training sessions or matches at 9.15am. The fixture list for the season is available to view on our website 3.4 Match and Training Notifications We will advise parents of any matches a week in advance and will also issue Match and Training notifications via email or text using Teamer and the Website blog. It is essential that all parents register with Teamer and the website blog to receive these notifications especially when the weather changes and matches / training sessions have to be cancelled. 3.5 Coaches & Club Officers Chairman: Kev Greveson 07803 291524 / 01765 676862 Secretary: Chris Briscoe 07979 156659 / 01765 677599 Treasurer: Jono Baker 01765 677045 First Aider s: Philip Dennis 07921 468246 Kevin Greveson 07803 291524 Chris Briscoe 07979 156659 Mike Worthington 07725 802045 Dennis Bailey 07964 328618 Welfare Officer: Chris Briscoe 07979 156659 / 01765 677599 Under 7 s Coaches: Chris Briscoe 07979 156659 / 01765 677599 Dave Flesher 07715 595587 / 01765 676910 Under 8 / 9 s Coaches: Phil Dennis 07921 468246 Dennis Bailey 07964 328618 Mike Worthington 07725 802045 Under 11 s Coaches: Kev Greveson 07803 291524 / 01765 676862 Steve Henwood 07951 503757 Page 8
3.6 Our Coaching Aims & Objectives OBJECTIVES Goalkeeping Ball Control Passing Throw-ins Shooting Teamwork AIMS Under 7 Under 8/9 Under 11 All children should be capable of playing in goal Understand how to make a save, and take a goal kick Able to dribble down a line of slalom cones Able to trap a ball Able to pass over 5 metres to a static teammate Able to throw from touchline with both feet on floor Able to kick the ball into open goal from the penalty spot Encourage other players Body behind the ball Good distribution Able to kick a dead-ball cleanly Able to dribble down a line of slalom cones using both feet Encourage individual ball skills Able to pass accurately to a teammate Able to throw ball in from touchline both feet on floor to own player Able to kick the ball into the goal, past a goalkeeper, from the penalty spot Able to play as a team Respect your team mates Command of defence Spatial awareness Able to catch the ball cleanly Able to dribble around an opposing player Able to demonstrate an individual ball skill Able to pass with both feet Able to throw ball in to an attacking player for them to run onto Able to kick the ball into a nominated area of the goal Able to work attack and defend as a team Support your team mates Page 9
3.7 End of Season Tournament & Awards At the end of each season we have an inter club tournament, which includes the prize giving and end of season awards. These awards consist of Player of the Year, as voted by the players Most Influential Team Player as voted by the coaches Most Improved Player as voted by the coaches Coaches Player of the Year as voted by the coaches We finish off with an End of Season BBQ with all the family welcome. 3.8 Income Income is derived from subs, grants, sponsorship and donations this sustains the football club by funding: Health & Safety Insurance Football equipment Football Kits Coaches training costs (FA level 1 and 2) Annual ground fees FA affiliation fees 3.9 Sponsorship We are extremely fortunate to have Alfred Hymas Ltd as our sponsors. Their generosity has allowed us to keep the annual player fees to a minimum together with them funding the match kit. Alfred Hymas has been established in Burton Leonard for over one hundred years. The Hymas family has not only enjoyed using the sports facilities but also helped build them and are thrilled to be supporting Burton Bullets Contact Alfred Hymas Ltd at enquiries@alfredhymas.co.uk Phone 01765 677761 Website www.alfredhymas.co.uk Page 10
3.10 Annual Player Fees The annual subscription for the season 2013 / 2014 is: 45.00 per child 30.00 for a 2 nd child in the same family 20.00 for a 3 rd child in the same family When you have completed the registration form and acceptance form you will be issued with a full set of match kit (this is only to be worn on match days) The welcome pack documentation will be available to view on the Burton Bullets website 3.11 Match Day income During home matches we sell hot drinks and Bacon Butties which generates a small profit which funds the end of season BBQ. Mum s & Dad s ~~ This can only work with your support, so please do your bit to support the club and offer to help out in the kitchen. Please get in contact with Chris Briscoe if you are able to offer any additional support or assistance to the club!!!!!!! Page 11
4.0 Codes of Conduct 4.1 Best Practice Football is the national game. Everyone involved in the game at all levels, whether as a player, match official, coach, first aider, club official or supporter, has a responsibility, above and beyond compliance with the law. It is our moral responsibility to uphold the highest standards of integrity and to ensure that the reputation of the game is and remains high. This code applies to all those involved in football under the auspices of the Football Association and forms the foundation of the FA s RESPECT programme (for further information, see the website details shown at the end of this Welcome Pack). The Club requires all players are registered each time they attend a training session or match day and in addition, the collection of the U7 s by their parents will be registered. 4.2 Players Players are the most important people in the sport. Playing for the team, and for the team to win, is the most fundamental part of the game. But not winning at any cost fair play and respect for all others in the game is fundamentally important. Obligations towards the game A player should: Make every effort to develop their own sporting abilities in terms of skill, technique, tactics and stamina Give maximum effort and strive for the best possible performance during the game, even if his team is in a position where the desired result has already been achieved Set a positive example for others, particularly younger players Avoid all forms of gamesmanship and time wasting Always have regard to the best interests of the game, including where publicly expressing an opinion on the game and others involved in the game Not use inappropriate language Page 12
Obligations towards Burton Bullets A player should: Make every effort consistent with fair play and the laws of the game to help his own team win Respect the laws of the Game Respect the use of the clubhouse / sports pavilion and at NO time be in the Kitchen area A player should: Know and abide by the laws, rules and spirit of the game Accept success and failure, victory and defeat equally Treat opponents with due respect at all times, irrespective of the result of the game Safeguard the physical fitness of opponents, avoid violence and rough play and help injured opponents. A Player should: Show due respect towards the match officials Accept the decision of the match official without protest Avoid words and actions which may mislead a match official A Player should: Show Respect towards Team Coaches Abide by the instructions of their coach, provided they do not contradict the spirit of this code Page 13
4.3 Coaches Coaches are key role models in football. Their understanding and attitude towards the ethical welfare and moral education of young footballers is the number one priority for coaches and all involved and this comes ahead of the achievement or reputation of the club, school, coach or parent. Coaches respect the rights, dignity and worth of each and every person and treat each equally within the context of the game. Coaches must place the well-being and safety of each player above all other considerations, including the development of talent and performance. Coaches must adhere to all the guidelines and policies laid down by the governing bodies. Coaches must develop an appropriate working relationship with each player based on mutual trust and respect. Coaches must not exert any undue influence to obtain personal benefit or reward. Coaches must encourage and guide players to accept responsibility for the own behaviour and performance. Coaches must ensure that the activities they direct or advocate are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of players. Coaches should, at the outset clarify with the player exactly what is expected of them and also what they are entitled to expect from their coach & club. Coaches must cooperate fully with other specialists such as other coaches, officials, sports scientists, doctors and physiotherapists, in the best interests of the player. Coaches must always promote the positive aspects of the game, for example fair play and never condone any violations of the laws of the game, such as behaviour contrary to the spirit of the laws of the game or relevant rules and regulations; and the use of prohibited substances or techniques. Coaches must display consistently high standards of behaviour and appearance Coaches must not use or tolerate inappropriate language. Page 14
4.4 Parents & Spectators Parents and spectators have a great influence on children s enjoyment and success in football. We require that the parents & spectators within our club agree adhere to our club s Codes of Conduct and Safeguarding Children Policy and are aware of the possible actions if they don t. Parents & Spectators should: Applaud the opposition as well as the home team Avoid coaching the children during the game Refrain from shouting or screaming at the children Respect the referee and assistant referees decisions Give attention to every child involved in football, not just the most talented Give encouragement to everyone to participate in football Remain at the training & match days to support & encourage your child particularly when they are in the Under 7 s team Understand that the club is only responsible for your child between 9.30am to 11am on the training days and or the match day and accepts responsibility for collecting your child promptly at the end of the session. Understand that the club is not responsible for getting your child to and from away matches Bring to home fixtures & away matches, adequate drinking water for your child Fully understand that we support the FA s Zero Tolerance Policy Respect the club house/pavilion and at NO time allow players to be in the Kitchen area Take responsibility to check the website or Teamer - That on any given Saturday, that Training & Matches are actually on - What are the times & venues on any particular Saturday By signing the enrollment form parents/guardians agree to adhere to Burton Bullets code of conduct and child protection policy. Page 15
Also Parents.. To sustain our club we are always looking for parents to get involved with the club; it is your club! We need to ensure the future legacy to continue building on all the hard work of the last 10 years that has created an environment where our children are safe and can have fun playing football on a Saturday morning. Anything from helping on the match days by selling refreshments, to becoming a coach will make a difference, Please, Please get in contact with Kev Greveson 07803 291524 or Chris Briscoe 07979 156659!! Page 16
5.0 Child Protection & Welfare Under no circumstances should a child be left in a dangerous situation Child Welfare plays a fundamental role in creating and promoting a safe and fun environment to play football. This is achieved by communicating to every adult in the club that they have a duty of care to safeguard the welfare of the children in order to protect them from inappropriate behavior and potential abuse. Burton Bullets define below what we expect of ourselves and everyone associated with the club: We must encourage the involvement of parents/guardians in the organisation of activities and co-operate with parents/guardians in ensuring that each child/young person enjoys his/her involvement We must ensure that children know how to make concerns known to appropriate adults or agencies We must ensure that all adults are familiar with safeguarding recording and reporting procedures We must promote the values, attitudes and structures which make activities safe and fun for children All parties should agree and sign up to our Codes of Conduct We must when reporting suspected or actual child abuse to the Statutory Authorities, inform the family of our intention to make such a report, unless doing so would endanger the child or undermine an investigation. Page 17
6.0 Respect Respect is The Football Association giving a clear message to the grassroots of the game: We must improve standards of behaviour both on and off the field. That was the message that came through loud and clear from the FA research campaign Your Game, Your Say, Our Goal. Behaviour was and is the biggest concern; both abuse and intimidation towards referees and behaviour by over competitive parents and aggressive spectators on the sidelines are the main reasons why young people drop out of the game. In addition, poor behaviour by coaches, parents and players towards referees means thousands of officials are leaving the game each season. Our goals in supporting this campaign are clear: Parents must set a positive example We must find ways to improve conduct on the sidelines We must keep children in the game Other References 1. FA Learning Safeguarding Children Workshop 2. http://www.bullying.co.uk 3. http://wwwchildline.org.uk 4. http://www.nspcc.org.uk It means everyone 5. http://www.thecpsu.org.uk 6. http://www.thefa.com Page 18
7.0 Equality Policy The West Riding County FA recognises that individuals and communities may experience unlawful discrimination on the grounds of their race or ethnicity, disability, gender (including transgender and transsexual people), relationship or marital status, sexual orientation (because they are lesbian, gay, bisexual or heterosexual), relationship or marital status, age, HIV status, language, background, physical or mental impairment, faith or religious belief or physical appearance. WRCFA believe that equality for all is a basic human right and actively oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. They celebrate the diversity of society and are striving to promote and reflect that diversity within the County FA s own structure. With this in mind, they are working towards achieving the Foundation Level and Preliminary Level of the National Standards for Equality which will demonstrate and measure our commitment to equality. They have also developed a County Four Year Plan, setting out how we will promote the wide ranging equality agenda across the FA s four strategic goals of Growth and Retention, Better Players, Running the Game and Raising Standards. It outlines the action that the County FA will be taking to ensure equality of opportunity for those administering and playing the game. If you have any queries or questions relating to this statement or any issues relating to equality generally, please contact the West Riding County Football Association on 0113 282 2358 or email info@wrcfa.com\ No other sport can match the profile of football in England. And no other sport has made such a public commitment to addressing racism. Let's Kick Racism Out of Football, which all sections of the game support, is one of the highest profile campaigns in any part of society. Huge progress has been made in combating overt racism at football grounds in this country. Internationally and domestically there is still work to do but The FA is leading the way in changing attitudes. Page 19