Shouldham & Marham United FC – Membership Rules
 

👥 1. Membership Eligibility

Membership of Shouldham & Marham United FC (“the Club”) is open to children, young people and adults who meet the relevant age criteria for their team.

🧒 All players under the age of 18 must be registered by a parent or legal guardian.

✅ Membership is accepted at the discretion of the Club and may be withdrawn if these rules are not adhered to.
 

📄 2. Acceptance of Club Policies

By registering as a member of Shouldham & Marham United FC, players and parents/guardians confirm that they have read, understood and agree to comply with all Club policies, including:

🛡️ Safeguarding Policy
📘 Codes of Conduct (Players, Parents/Carers, Coaches)
🤝 Equality Policy
🗂️ Complaints Procedure
🔒 Privacy Policy
🚑 Medical Emergency and Welfare Guidance

🌐 All policies are published on the Club website and are subject to periodic review and update. Continued membership constitutes acceptance of any updates made.
 

👍 3. Behaviour and Conduct

Members, parents/carers and spectators are expected to uphold the Club’s values of:

• 🤝 Respect

• ⚽ Fair play

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Teamwork

• ⭐ Sportsmanship

🚫 Discriminatory, abusive, aggressive or inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated.

⚠️ Failure to comply with the Club’s Codes of Conduct may result in disciplinary action, suspension or termination of membership
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🛡️ 4. Safeguarding and Welfare

The Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all members.

📢 All concerns relating to safeguarding or welfare must be reported in line with the Club’s Safeguarding Policy.

✅ Members and parents/guardians must co‑operate with safeguarding procedures at all times.
 

💳 5. Registration, Fees and Information Accuracy

Membership is only valid once registration is complete and any applicable fees have been paid.

📝 Parents/carers/adult players must ensure that all personal, medical and emergency contact information provided is accurate and kept up to date.

⚠️ Failure to disclose relevant medical or welfare information may place the player at risk and affect the Club’s ability to fulfil its duty of care.
 

📅 6. Commitment and Attendance

🏃 Players are expected to attend training sessions and matches regularly, unless unavailable due to illness, injury or other exceptional circumstances.

📩 Parents/guardians/adult players should notify the relevant coach as early as possible if a player is unable to attend.
 

📸 7. Use of Images and Media

By accepting membership, parents/guardians/players consent to the reasonable use of photographs and videos of players for Club purposes, in line with the Club’s Privacy Policy.

📷 The Club will ensure images are used responsibly and appropriately.

🙋 Any concerns regarding media use should be raised with the Club Welfare Officer.
 

⚖️ 8. Disciplinary Action and Termination of Membership

The Club reserves the right to suspend or terminate membership if a player or parent/guardian:

❌ Breaches Club rules or policies
❌ Brings the Club into disrepute
❌ Fails to comply with safeguarding or conduct expectations

🚨 Serious matters may be referred to the relevant County FA where appropriate.
 

✅ 9. Agreement

By completing the Club registration process, the parent/guardian/player confirms on behalf of themselves and the player that:

✔️ These Membership Rules have been read
✔️ Club policies are understood
✔️ All terms are accepted in full