DCSA Player Code of Conduct 

1. I understand that I am participating on a competitive team where playing time is at the sole discretion of the team coach(es) and likely will not be equal among players on the team.
2. I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, and officials at every game, practice, and youth soccer event. 
3. I will place my team ahead of my personal desire to win in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
4. I will refrain from engaging in any disagreement or confrontation with referees, coaches, players, or spectators from any team. 
5. I will treat all players, coaches, fans, and officials with respect. 
6. I will be responsible to have myself and all personal equipment (practice/game clothes, cleats, shin guards, ball, water bottle, etc.) ready for all practices and games.
7. I will address problems and concerns calmly, seeking solutions at a proper time and location. 
8. I will remember the coaches’ main focus is to build a team of well rounded, fundamentally sound athletes in order to help me and my teammates succeed on this team as well as in future endeavors. 
9. I will honor my commitment to the team(s) by being at all practices and games within my control.  [Extenuating circumstances will be communicated to coaches as soon as identified.]

I understand the expectations of me as a player on a DCSA soccer team. I will adhere to these standards to the absolute best of my abilities.  

I understand that failure to follow this code of conduct may result in disciplinary action up to and including removal from the team without refund.