On average, thousands of referees quit football every year at because of the abuse they receive from players and from the sidelines. Lots of children also pack it in because of the attitude and actions of over-enthusiastic and pushy parents.
In response, The FA’s Respect programme provides a series of tools for leagues, clubs, coaches, Referees, players and parents from grassroots to elite football to ensure a safe, positive environment in which to enjoy the game.
These tools include agreed codes of conduct, in-service training for Referees, Respect club packs, spectator designated spectator areas and ensuring captains work with referees to manage player behaviour.
All Leagues are eligible to become Respect Leagues and details on how to apply are available by contacting the Westmorland FA office.
Match Officials officiating on Respect Leagues should attend a Respect Workshop, which focuses on techniques involving working with the captain, spectator areas and dealing with dissent.
For further information please contact Alan Young on 01539 730946 or email Alan.Young@WestmorlandFA.com. Additional information is available by Clicking Here.