Last updated : Thursday, 11 April 2024
Timperley & District Junior Football League: Charter Standard #NoRespectNoGame
The Timperley & District Junior Football League is an amateur football league based in the Greater Manchester area of England. It was founded in 1967 and currently has over 100 teams competing in various age groups.
The league is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable environment for all players, regardless of their ability. In 2019, the league became a Charter Standard #NoRespectNoGame league, which means that it has met the FA's strict criteria for good practice in terms of child welfare and safeguarding.
What is Charter Standard #NoRespectNoGame?
Charter Standard #NoRespectNoGame is a scheme run by the Football Association (FA) to help ensure that football is a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. The scheme sets out a number of standards that football clubs and leagues must meet, including:
- Having a child protection policy in place
- Providing regular safeguarding training for coaches and volunteers
- Creating an environment where players feel safe and respected
The FA believes that Charter Standard #NoRespectNoGame is essential to creating a positive and inclusive environment for football. The scheme has been very successful since it was launched in 2016, with over 10,000 clubs and leagues now accredited.
How does the Timperley & District Junior Football League promote respect?
The Timperley & District Junior Football League promotes respect in a number of ways, including:
- Including respect as one of the league's core values
- Providing regular training for coaches and volunteers on how to promote respect
- Encouraging players to respect each other, the referee, and the game
- Disciplining players who show disrespect
The league also works closely with the FA to ensure that it is meeting the standards set out by Charter Standard #NoRespectNoGame.
Sources
- Timperley & District Junior Football League: Charter Standard #NoRespectNoGame - Full-Time
- Timperley & District Junior Football League: Charter Standard #NoRespectNoGame - Youth - Primeira home page on Full-Time
- Timperley & District Junior Football League: Charter Standard #NoRespectNoGame - U9 Development home page on Full-Time
