CODE OF CONDUCT
The New Fairfield Falcons are committed to creating a positive, safe, respectful, and family-friendly environment for all players, coaches, volunteers, officials, parents, and spectators.
Youth sports are about more than wins and losses. They are an opportunity to teach our athletes sportsmanship, teamwork, respect, responsibility, and community pride. The behavior of the adults on and around the field plays an important role in setting that example.
By participating in or attending a New Fairfield Falcons event, all members of our Falcons community are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and sportsmanlike manner. We ask everyone to support our athletes, respect coaches and officials, treat opposing teams and families with courtesy, and help us maintain an environment where our children can learn, compete, and have fun.
We are all representing the Falcons. Let’s lead by example and make every practice, game, and event something our athletes and community can be proud of.
Respect the game. Respect each other. Represent the Falcons with pride
Parent & Player Code of Conduct
Player Code of Conduct
The Player Code of Conduct establishes expectations for respectful, responsible, and safe behavior for all
participants in the New Fairfield Falcons Football and Cheer programs.
General Expectations
• Demonstrate respect toward coaches, teammates, officials, volunteers, and spectators.
• Follow instructions from coaches and authorized volunteers.
• Exhibit good sportsmanship during practices, games, and events.
• Support teammates and contribute positively to team environment.
• Attend all scheduled events and communicate absences in advance.
• Represent the program positively at all times, including online.
Prohibited Conduct
• No bullying, harassment, or intimidation.
• No physical or verbal aggression.
• No unsportsmanlike conduct, taunting, or disrespect toward officials.
• No drugs, alcohol, tobacco, vaping, or illegal substances.
• No destroying or damaging property.
• No harmful or inappropriate social media posts involving the progra
Attendance & Participation
• Regular attendance is required for all practices, games, and events.
• Unexcused absences may impact participation or playing time.
• Injured players must attend practices unless medically excused.
• Chronic absenteeism may result in discipline.
Unexcused absences include:
1) Attending school but failing to attend practice.
2) Failure to notify the Head Coach or Cheer Coordinator at least 60 minutes in advance regarding illness.
Uniform Appearance
• Players must wear full Falcons-issued uniforms for games and competitions.
• Uniforms and equipment must be kept clean and in good condition.
• Players must follow all safety guidelines regarding accessories and equipment.
Disciplinary Actions
• Verbal warning
• Written warning
• Reduced playing time or changed role
• Suspension from practices or games
• Removal from routines (cheer)
• Dismissal from the program pending Board review
Appeals
• Parents/players may appeal disciplinary actions in writing within seven (7) days.
• The Board’s decision after review shall be final.
Cheer Post-Labor Day Attendance Policy
All practices, games, and competitions are mandatory. Cheerleaders must complete ten (10) hours of practice
before being eligible to participate in games or competitions.
After a second unexcused absence, a cheerleader will be removed from the squad. Unexcused absences include:
1) Attending school but failing to attend practice.
2) Failure to notify the Head Coach or Cheer Coordinator at least 60 minutes in advance regarding illness.
3) Failure to discuss family commitments in advance at the start of the season.
4) Late arrival or early departure due to another sport or activity.
5) Missing any practice during the week prior to a competition.
For Regional or National advancement, parents must confirm all practice schedules prior to travel. All travel must
be coordinated through the Falcons organization.