Statement of Philosphy
TPNYS is a volunteer program whose goal is to provide local kids
with a fun, recreational soccer program close to home. TPNYS strives to teach
children the value and fun of teamwork, cooperation, practice and
sportsmanship. To achieve these objectives, all TPNYS coaches, league
officials, parents and players will:
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Emphasize participation rather than winning and recognize
that sportsmanship, teamwork, and playing to one’s potential are more
important than the final score. All players will get an opportunity to play
over half of each game (2/3 for younger divisions) regardless
of an individual’s skill level (exceptions: if a player is late for the
game, violates the code of conduct or receives a red card during a game). |
- Attempt to create equality and balance in the formation and selection
of teams. This commitment to parity is a high priority, one
that will occasionally mean adjustments in team rosters.
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- Emphasize safety and enjoyment during each contest.
Soccer games should be fun and fair, and all players should be made to
feel welcome and part of the team.
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- Recognize that the referee is the sole authority of the game
and that maintaining respect for the referee is of vital importance to the
success of TPNYS.
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- Recognize that the coach is the sole authority on each team
and that maintaining respect for the coach is of vital importance to the
success of TPNYS.
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- Recognize that everyone involved in TPNYS has a responsibility to
conduct ourselves properly at all games and practices. Improper
behavior includes:
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- abusive or degrading language or swearing,
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- physical threats of violence,
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- advocating or ignoring poor sportsmanship by players,
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- harassment of any game official (coach or referee) by anyone,
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- disputing or attempting to influence a game official’s decision,
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- use of intoxicating substances during a practice or game, and
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- use of drugs or tobacco products on or near the field of play.
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- Accept unfortunate turns of events
gracefully and without anger.
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- Educate all players so that they
understand the rules of soccer and the goals of good sportsmanship.
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Community Philosophy
We are trying to develop a league that
fosters community spirit. To that end we want children to get to know as many
other children as possible, and we want parents to get to know as many other
parents as possible. Therefore our rules encourage the movement of players to
new teams as they progress through the league. By the same token, we make a
number of provisions allowing children to play together -- siblings, best
friends, neighbors, car-poolers, and so on.
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