The Sideline Project
Tom Tianich • May 14, 2022
The Sideline Project
The Sideline Project is a movement to improve youth soccer sidelines and we are proud to partner with The Sideline Project to make youth soccer better. We want all of our club parents, coaches, referees, administrators and spectators to Take the Sideline Pledge: watch the short video about sideline behavior, read the pledge, and add your name to the virtual pledge wall.
Take the Sideline Project Pledge Now
Watch the important 2 minute educational video, read the Pledge, and then agree to it by submitting your First Name and State. Your name will be added to the list below in a few seconds upon refresh of your computer.
Youth soccer belongs to the players.
- I pledge to honor the youth soccer experience of the players with supportive, not distracting, behavior.
- I pledge to eliminate hostile behavior targeted towards players, coaches, parents, and most notably referees.
- I pledge to honor players, to respect referees, and to Make Youth Soccer Better.
Take the Sideline Project Pledge Now
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