STANDARDS OF CONDUCT

CODE OF ETHICS FOR ASSIGNORS

  1. I will maintain the utmost respect for referees and other officials of the game and I will conduct myself honorably at all times.
  2. I will make assignments based on what is good for the game and what is good for the referee.
  3. As a member of the United States Soccer Federation, my actions will reflect credit upon that organization
  4. I will contribute to the continuous development of referees in the National Program for Referee Development.
  5. I will conduct myself ethically and professionally in the assignment process.
  6. I will respect the rights and dignity of all the referees, and I will not criticize them unless it is in private, constructive, and for their benefit.
  7. I will offer equal opportunity to all qualified referees, and I will avoid discrimination against or take undue advantage of any individual or group on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability.
  8. I will cooperate fully in the timely resolution of any grievance, hearing, or complaint.
  9. I consider it a privilege to be a part of the United States Soccer Federation and my actions will reflect credit upon that organization and its affiliates.

 

 

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