KINGS AFC CLUB VALUES

General Conduct >>
Club Commitment >>
Team Selection >>
Game Time >>
Fees >>

General Conduct

We’re all grown-ups and we expect each of you to conduct yourselves as such when you are representing the team on a match day.

One of the foundational principles of this team is sportsmanship and team spirit so whether we are on or off the pitch, in training or together in a social setting speak positively to your team-mates, the management, the opposition and the referee. Be encouraging and constructive.

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Club Commitment

We have been very fortunate to play on a very competitively priced and good quality pitch in Clapham; however it does mean that every players will be asked to arrive early to put up the goal posts and net, as well as make sure the changing rooms are left tidy. Everyone will be asked to do this at some stage so we would appreciate your support in this.

Training and match fees will be collected after each session. It is not our job to chase you for money, but an obligation by you to come to us and pay what you owe. A breakdown of monies owed to the club is at the bottom of this page. An opportunity will be made available for you to pay subs up front if you wish, any player owing monies will not be considered for selection.

Feel free to invite friends, family, colleagues and neighbours to come along to play with us on a Wednesday or to watch us on a Saturday. They will be made welcome and looked after. The more people we get to come to play on a Wednesday the more financially stable the club will be for the future.

We are a non-profit organisation and all of our account details are available for anyone to view by appointment. Please feel free to ask any of the management team questions regarding the clubs finances.

If you require any further insurance over and above the clubs basic package please feel free to make your own arrangements.

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Team Selection

We understand that from time to time illness, holidays, work commitments and other activities will get in the way of your availability for selection but please try and let the management know with as much prior warning as possible if you are going to miss training or a game.

After a recent rule change it is now possible to name five substitutes, but only bring on three. However, after much consideration we have decided to only name three to minimise the disappointment and frustration which players will feel if they do not play any part in a game.

We will therefore be naming 14 players by text BEFORE the day of the game. These players MUST text or call back to confirm their attendance otherwise their squad place will be in jeopardy. It is not enough to tell someone else to tell us – you must take responsibility yourself.

We would be delighted to have the support of players who haven’t made the squad for every game.

It is absolutely essential that you understand that we have a strong group of players at this club, and there will be occasions this season when you will get the opportunity to play – but there will also be times when you might not make the squad.

Players will be selected based on ability, fitness, tactical decisions and commitment. Football is a demanding game and 90 minutes can take its toll on the unprepared! So make the effort to keep yourself in a reasonable state of fitness. We will have over 35 games this season so will need a committed 'squad' of players.

If you are not selected, please try and be supportive, and work hard during training to show your abilities.

Should you have a grievance regarding team selection or tactics feel free to air those views in private with the manager.

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Game Time

We expect you to give maximum effort and strive for your best possible performance during a fixture, whatever the current status of that game and to set a positive example to others, particularly younger players. It is your responsibility to arrive at training and matches on time, and with all necessary equipment.

Please do not swear during games, we want to create an environment where families and children can come, watch the games and enjoy themselves. We cannot control the opposition but we can set an example for them.

Violence and ill discipline will not be tolerated during games and if the referee has not already disciplined players the Kings AFC management will substitute offending players immediately. In the event of any disciplinary action taken by the League, for example a booking or sending off the player(s) in question will be expected to pay the full cost of any fine imposed by the League. Further disciplinary action may then be taken against the players in question if the club management deem it appropriate.

We expect every player at the end of the game to thank both their opposite number and the referee. We’re all men so shake the hands of the opposition and your team mates. Referee’s come to enjoy the games too and they will not knowingly make decisions against a fair playing team. Look after the referee and he will treat you fairly. If you disagree with any decision tell the referee politely, once, then move on.

Abuse and other unsportsmanlike behaviour will not be looked upon favourably in this team. Let’s avoid gamesmanship and time wasting no matter what the result. After each game there will also be a rota for the washing of the kit which you will be expected to be a part of.

Please abide by the instructions of the Manager and Management Team at all times and furthermore abide by the laws, rules and spirit of the game.

If the above rules and comments are not adhered to, your position in the team and future involvement with Kings AFC will be in jeopardy after a first warning or in some instances immediately.

We are really excited about the forthcoming season and look forward to a competitive and enjoyable season together!

Kings AFC Management Team

Stuart Minty – Manager
Lee Morgan – Assistant Manager
Stephen Wilson – Club Chairman

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Fees

Signing on fee £15.00

Match-day subs:

More than 45 mins - £3
Exactly 45 mins - £2
Less than 45 mins - £1.50

Training:

Summer Subs £1.00 per training session

Winter Subs (on floodlit Astroturf) £3.00 per training session

*Please note that every effort is being made to keep costs to a minimum as well as keeping the club solvent. The prices may vary if the need arises.

Legal Notice: In no way is this code of conduct legally binding and the management team reserve the right to tweak, modify, change or blatently ignore any of the above should they feel it is the right course of action and in the best interests for the club.

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