Pre-Game Sportsmanship Statement & Procedure
Three to five minutes before kickoff (after all pre-game activities are complete), both teams and the referee crew will line up at the Half Way Line of the Coaches' Sideline. Led by officials, all players and coaches will walk across the field and line up facing spectators, 5 yards from the sideline.
The Sportsmanship Statement will be read by a representative of the Home team to all coaches, players, and spectators.
Following the reading of the script, players will perform a pre-game handshake. (Home team to walk down the line of the Away Team). After the pre-game handshake, all players and coaches will return to the benches, and starting players will assume positions on the field of play. At the conclusion of the match, coaches/players can say good game informally on the field, as there will be no formal handshake line.
Sportsmanship Statement (Updated for Fall 2025 Season)
All participants deserve the right to play in an environment free from hostile and distracting behavior.
Poor sportsmanship will not be tolerated; the game may be stopped and sanctions applied for violations of policy or codes of conduct
Please enjoy the game and do your part to create a positive soccer experience for all.
Three to five minutes before kickoff (after all pre-game activities are complete), both teams and the referee crew will line up at the Half Way Line of the Coaches' Sideline. Led by officials, all players and coaches will walk across the field and line up facing spectators, 5 yards from the sideline.
The Sportsmanship Statement will be read by a representative of the Home team to all coaches, players, and spectators.
Following the reading of the script, players will perform a pre-game handshake. (Home team to walk down the line of the Away Team). After the pre-game handshake, all players and coaches will return to the benches, and starting players will assume positions on the field of play. At the conclusion of the match, coaches/players can say good game informally on the field, as there will be no formal handshake line.
Sportsmanship Statement (Updated for Fall 2025 Season)
All participants deserve the right to play in an environment free from hostile and distracting behavior.
Poor sportsmanship will not be tolerated; the game may be stopped and sanctions applied for violations of policy or codes of conduct
Please enjoy the game and do your part to create a positive soccer experience for all.
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