The goals of the game are to have fun, improve your skills and feel good.
Play fairly and for enjoyment and become part of the GAA family.
Always do your best and play within the rules of the game.
Play with control. Do not lose your temper.
Be a ‘good sport’. Applaud all good play whether by your team or the opposition.
Respect your fellow team mates and your opponents whether they do well or not. Treat all players as you would like to be treated. Do not ‘bully’ or take advantage of any player.
Gaelic Football is a team sport and make sure you co-operate with your coach, team mates and members of your club.
Accept the referee’s decision and let your captain or coach ask any relevant questions.
At the end of the match thank your opponents and the referee for the match.
Winning and losing is part of sport: Be modest in victory and gracious in defeat.
As part of the team it is important that you attend training regularly and respect and listen to your coach.
Ensure that the coach /mentor is informed in advance if players are unavailable for games.
Remember you are representing your team, club, family and the GAA.
I agree that I have to wear a Mouthguard at training and in games, and understand that I will not be able to play or train without having one.
Remember, young people play football for their enjoyment, not only yours.
Encourage your child always to play by the rules of the sport.
Teach young children that honest endeavour is as important as winning, so that the result of each game is accepted without disappointment.
Help young people to work towards skill improvement and good sportsmanship.
Set a good example by applauding good play on both sides.
Never ridicule, humiliate or shout at young players for making a mistake or losing a match.
Do not place emphasis on winning at all costs.
Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from GAA sports.
As a spectator do not use profane language or harass referees, coaches or players.
Understand the value of team sport and its importance.
I agree that my child has to wear a Mouthguard at training and in games, and understand that he/she will not be able to play or train without having one.
