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RESPECT Zero Tolerance Initiative

Working together with Cal South and our JUSA players, coaches, referees and parents, JUSA strives to build and maintain a fun and safe environment for ALL, to learn and enjoy the game of soccer.

Our governing body, Cal South, is generally seeing more incidents of racially charged, offensive, hurtful, and inappropriate language/actions within our soccer landscape.  The overall level of hostility and disrespect during games between opposing teams and towards match officials has increased nationwide.   No player, coach, parent or referee should ever feel threatened or unsafe playing the game of soccer in our, or any other league. 

In August of 2024, the Cal South Referee Program introduced a “zero tolerance” policy against abuse, assault, and racism for all levels and participants in our soccer community.


OUR KEY PILLARS

  1. Show RESPECT for all players, coaches, referees, opponents, parents, and the game at all times.

  2.  Promote good sportsmanship through training and personal conduct; be the example!

  3.  Be positive and supportive and show kindness.

  4.  Always abide by the rules of the game.

  5.  Zero Tolerance for foul language or verbal abuse.


Just a few of the awesome comments that we get each week!

He continues to be a positive player, constantly working harder each and every game and practice. I have never heard a negative word from him. He just continues to improve.

Always a good teammate.

Always a team player willing to play his position for the team.

Happy and cheering his team on. Super positive.

Always respectful and plays hard...no matter what the score is.

Amazing effort!

At both practice and game very respectful to team mates other team players and coaches

He comes to practices and games with full of excitement and curiosity. Yesterday’s game he volunteered to be a co-team captain. He understands how to be a role model to his team and brings in full athleticism when he’s touching the ball.

She took many hits throughout the game, but got back up, gave it her all and didn't complain once!

Being a great teammate and working really hard

He shows great sportsmanship during practice. He is respectful to his teammates and is a great listener during drills.

By thanking coach after practices and games for coaching her.

She plays hard and is always a team player who helps her team mates do their best practice and games. She recently started playing soccer and her determination, focus and sportsmanship have already made her a stand out player.

Coach was a pleasure to play against. Very kind, positive, complementary and extremely respectful. He had such a great energy and enthusiasm which was noticed by many. He deserves to be recognized as a RESPECT role model.

He was awesome this week. Encouraging teammates and working hard on the field.

Determination, kindness and great listening

He showed a whole new side this week. He got aggressive, stayed after the ball and really impressed me with his determination. 

She kept her cool when other players were being rough, she listened very well to instructions. She made sure the player from the other team was ok when they got hurt. 

He worked very hard in practice, showed leadership in practice and in our match, and kept a positive and respectful attitude.

She always tries her very best with joy and determination and brings a smile to all the girls faces in her team with encouragement!

He is our goalie and developed his skills during practice. He is new to this position and he plays with passion. At times, it can be challenging being a goalie and he remains positive.

Giving his teammates literal pats on the back.

Great effort, came back in after getting hurt and always making sure on time for practice

Had a great week in practice and two good games

He loves to play and is my best passer to his teammates.

He played injured when his team needed him in the 4th to be able to come back from a deficit to win. He always performs at 100% every practice. He can play any position and lock it down on defense.

He's always been very kind and he's a little bit playful and talkative but when I ask him to pull it together he really does, and he's been helping display respect for the team.

JUSA COMPLETE CODE OF CONDUCT

ALL PARENTS AGREE TO THIS CODE OF CONDUCT WHEN REGISTERING THEIR PLAYER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE AGREED UPON REQUIREMENTS WILL RESULT IN DISCIPLINARY ACTION, WHICH MAY INCLUDE DISMISSAL FROM THE LEAGUE, EITHER FOR THE SEASON OR PERMANENTLY.



LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PARTNERS' INITIATIVES


Cal South RESPECT Initiative - JUSA Recreational / Select


Introducing Stronger Policy To Protect Our Referees (March 2025)


SOCAL CODE OF CONDUCT - CHELSEA SC