Coaches are required to sign the AFL Code of Conduct as part of the Foundation Level Accreditation requirement. All coaches must be accredited to coach in the Essendon District Football League (EDFL).
- Promote the Laws and Rules of our great game.
- Maximize enjoyment before winning.
- Group players competitively and develop their confidence.
- Avoid the trap of overplaying talented players just to win.
- Ensure player safety and welfare as a priority – above winning.
- Remember the age of your team - keep things in perspective.
- Lead the way with respect for opponents, umpires and officials.
- Attain coaching accreditation and keep up with new ideas.
- Avoid aggressive behavior and derogatory and insulting language. It is up to the coach to set the right example.
- The consumption by coaching staff of alcohol prior to training and before any match that Westmeadows Football Club is scheduled to play will not be tolerated.
- Communicate professionally with players’ parents about their child’s progress and areas that may require improvement.
