MORNINGTON

SOCCER CLUB
JUNIOR BOYS NPL PROGRAM
GUIDELINES & INFORMATION
SEASON 2024 - PRE SEASON RELEASE
 OUR JBNPL PROGRAM
MSC JBNPL PROGRAM

Our purpose is to provide a progressive environment that enables our aspiring players to reach
their highest potential. The journey of our players will be guided by the Mornington playing style
and team model, underpinned by the FFA curriculum of playing a pro-active brand of football,
developing effective possession with cutting-edge players able to break down organised
opponents.

The MSC football style focuses on executing purposeful possession, quick transition, collective pressure and
understanding the football picture. Our aim is to develop complete footballers with an emphasis on
improving technical and tactical capability. Critical to success is player commitment to physical
preparation, including strength and conditioning through the season.

At MSC we recognise the important role we play in developing and preparing our players through their
football journey but, more importantly, the role we play in transitioning our players into young, respectful
and inclusive leaders in our broader community.

AT MSC OUR CORE VALUES ARE REPECT, INTEGRITY, PERFORMANCE AND TEAM FIRST
Football Calendar
Training consists of 3 x 1.5-hour sessions per week (plus weekend practice matches or Training sessions based on football directors’ advice).

Pre-season practice and In Season matches will consist of matches on a Saturday or Sunday.

In-season matches are 33 games from early February 2024 through to the end of September 2024. Match days are Saturday, but mostly
Sunday with some mid-week fixtures that may be applicable. (Fixturing is at the discretion of Football Victoria).

The total in-season program for JBNPL teams consists of a minimum of 160 Football sessions (unless altered by Football Victoria)

Season Program Cost

JBNPL season cost is $2,200 inclusive of GST ($2,000 for U18), payable across 4 installment payments. Fees include a full home and away
JBNPL playing kit, 2 x club training kits, and off-field apparel (as listed within this document), all coaching conducted at Dallas Brooks Park,
referee and match official payments, competition registration, team entry fees, player insurance, council rent, ground preparation, upkeep,
etc.

Payment Plan and Dates

Non-refundable payments must be made at the time of registration to secure a position in the nominated JBNPL squad. This process is
done via our online registration portal. Three (3) further installments, 16th Jan, 16th Feb & 16th March 2023 will be automatically debited from
the nominated credit card used to make the 1st installment payment.

Should you wish to contact the club to discuss an alternative payment plan, change the credit card on file, or change the dates of the
installment etc., please contact treasurer@[Link] in advance of these payment cycles.
Squad Size
Squad sizes are mandated by Football Victoria rules and must consist of a minimum of 16 players, and no more than 20 players per age
group. This must include at least one designated Goalkeeper.

Matchday squad numbers are also mandated by FV and consist of a maximum of 17 players that can be named on the matchday team
record.

Goalkeepers
Our squads will have one designated Goalkeeper (GK). This is to attract the best Goalkeeper possible with the reward of maximum game
time and development. If a GK is unavailable for a match for any reason, they will be replaced by a GK from a younger JBNPL age group
or by a capable outfield player if another GK is not available.

Goalkeepers will have a least one training session per week with the GK coach and the remaining sessions with the team. Training
session days and times will be confirmed later.
 JBNPL KIT & APPARREL *ACTUAL DESIGNS AND TEAMWEAR SELECTION MAY VARY

INTRODUCING OUR PLAYING & TRAINING KIT FOR THE 2023 SEASON. THIS APPARAL IS INCLUDED AS PART OF THE PLAYING FEES FOR THE SEASON.
IT PROVIDES OUR PLAYERS WITH THE BEST QUALITY UNIFORM AND A PROFESSIONAL APPERANCE AT TRAINING AND GAME DAY.

Home (Orange) & Away (White) Kit 2 X Training Kits Home & Away GoalKeeper Kit

Adidas Training Jacket Adidas Matchday Tracksuit Adidas Kit Bag

Our proud NPL Sponsors

Player Rotation Policy
Players from each age group may be rostered off from the matchday squad on a rotational basis if squads have all players available in any given
week. Players rostered off may be called back into the match-day squad (if available) to cover for last-minute injuries or players deemed
unavailable.

If there are player shortages, or to aid player development; players will be requested to play up or down an age group on any given week or for
several weeks (within the JBNPL system only). This request will be made by the coach to the Football Director (FD). The FD will discuss the request
with the affected coaches and nominate players to play up or down on a performance selection criterion.

This opportunity for players to gain development opportunities by moving between squads should be positively supported by all
players and parents.

Selection Criteria
Players must adhere to the Mornington SC rules and regulations, have full medical clearance to play, and not be ineligible due to suspension or
other competition guidelines.

Other criteria
100% training attendance
Overall training attitude is positive
Injury-free / No Fitness concerns
Healthy
Good parental behaviors
Registration fees or playing fees are not outstanding
Player Rotation Policy (continued)

Players may not be selected for the game-day squad for the following reasons:
The current week’s training attendance is not 100%. NB: Players who miss one or more training sessions in the week prior to a game,
should not expect to be named in the matchday squad
Overall training attitude is poor, or have not trained appropriately during the weeks prior
Overall training attendance is poor
Injury/Fitness concerns
Sickness
Poor parent behavior
Registration fees or playing fees are outstanding
The player is under FV or club suspension
The Club deems the player to unavailable for selection

All final decisions for the above matters will be made in conjunction with the coaching staff/FD, Team Manager and JBNPL Coordinator.

Players not named in the matchday squad should still attend matchdays home or away in their allocated club uniform in order to support their
teammates and to observe and listen to coaching instructions, given to the players during pre-game, half-time, and full-time team talks.
Note: Players not named on the game record (team sheet) cannot be in the technical box and will be required to watch the game outside the
fencing next to the technical box area.

All squad Players should always bring their playing kits along with boots etc. in case of a last-minute call-up into the match-day
squad.
Game Time / Playing Positions

Once selected into the matchday squad, and meeting all our criteria, playing positions and playing time will be ultimately assigned by
the coaching staff, based on the players' game day performance, attitudes and development needs. All final decisions for the above matters will
be made in conjunction with the coaching staff/football director.

For the under 14's, it is their first year playing 11 a side and MSC believe all players should get equal opportunity to adapt to the bigger pitch and the
large squad size. Therefore each player in the U14s will receive a minimum of 200 minutes over 8 games which includes both the qualiflying period
and the the main league phase of the 2024 season.

For U15, U16 and U18s there is no guarantee game for both the qualification stage and the main league season, however the coaches are
encouraged and instructed, where required, to provide equal opportunity for all players.

This is a change to previous rules.

Again, opportunity for players to gain development opportunities by moving between squads should be positively supported by all players and
parents as this forms a core part in Mornington Soccer Clubs core philosophy of player development.
Training

All correspondence will occur via team managers and ‘group chats’ as required
Arrive a minimum of 15 minutes earlier than the designated start time for all training sessions (unless otherwise advised)
Shin pads are mandatory for every training session
The JBNPL appointed Training strip (black tracksuit top, blue top, white shorts and black socks) is compulsory and must be worn to all training
sessions.
If you choose to wear shin guard straps, they are to be black as well as any base layer items.
Only approved Mornington SC apparel is to be worn (once distributed) to all JBNPL training, matches, and events.
Parents are not to enter the training area unless there is an urgent matter, and they need to contact their child or coach.
There will be no training on any Victorian Public Holiday.
Training continues over school holidays unless advised otherwise.
Football is a winter sport. Training will continue in cold or wet weather - unless notified by the club.
Any Indoor classroom session including but not limited to analysing video game footage, indoor/outdoor fitness and wellbeing sessions, Gym
or Boxing sessions, etc. form part of the 3 nights of training.
Training sessions may take place away from Dallas Brooks Park, especially during the peak winter months, to protect the grounds for match
days. When this occurs, you will be notified at the earliest opportunity. Venues such as Casey Fields, Delacombe park, Knox Regional Football
Centre, Soccer 5s (Dandenong) and Monash University, etc. are venues utilised during the winter training period.
Record Keeping, Training, Game Attendance & Game Time

Players' training attendance and game time allocation will be recorded from the first season program session until the last session of
the season. Players are expected to attend all sessions each week.

If you are not able to attend for any reason, you must contact the appointed team manager with the reason why you are not able to
attend ASAP, and this will be passed on to the coaching staff.

Any missed sessions during the week for any reason, game time can not be guaranteed for that weekend. We do understand that
not all players will be able to attend every session as there are events outside a players control that can impact their attendance at
training - school camps, exams/sacs, school events and special family occasions etc.

If a player is injured, injury permitting, they should also attend training and assist the coach and/or listen to the
coach’s message. A player should only stay home when sick with flu, cold, fever, any contagious infection, or with
an injury that requires immobilisation or when directed by your medical practitioner.

If you are going on a holiday, the team manager is to be advised of the dates you will be missing at the earliest
opportunity. The rotation roster may be adjusted to accommodate holidays, injuries, or sickness, where possible.
Match Day
All correspondence will occur through Team Managers and 'group chats' as required.
We expect that all home games will take place at Dallas Brooks Park, however, fixturing is subject to weather conditions and changes
enforced by Football Victoria.
Players must arrive at the designated time (1 hour before kick-off) to complete the team warm-up. No one should miss the warm-up. The
team lineup will be announced at the pre-game talk.
If you are running late for any reason, please contact the team manager via a phone call or the 'group chat'.
Any player that arrives late may lose game playing time or their place in the matchday squad. This decision will be made at the discretion of
the coaching staff/football director.
The club tracksuit (black tracksuit pants and orange tracksuit top) must be worn to all home and away matches.
The club training (blue top) is to be worn during the pre-game training and warm-up.
Home match day kit (orange top, black shorts and socks) to be worn to all home games unless advised otherwise by your team
manager/coach
Away match day kit (white top, black shorts and socks) to be worn to all away games unless advised otherwise by your team manager/coach
Only the allocated JBNPL playing kit can be worn as all player numbers must be unique and match the player's passport. No other MSC
playing strips may be worn
Both home & away kits should be brought to every game as it is the referee (solely) who determines a clash exists.
Any ‘base layers’ worn must match the strip's arm color (home-orange, Away-white) and shorts (black). Anyone wearing shin guard straps
must match sock color (black). Referees have the right to disqualify a player from playing a match if base layers or guard straps rules are
not met or removed upon request from the referee.
Interchange Periods
There are up to seven interchange periods throughout a game, and this is mandated by FV as part of the competition rules
Under 14 - 2 interchange periods in each half, plus at half time
Under 15/16/18 - 3 interchange periods in each half, plus at half time
As many players as required can be changed at any one of the interchange periods or at half time
The team must notify the match official when they intend to utilise their allocated interchange periods
Match officials may permit an interchange to take place outside of the allocated periods if in their opinion and in consultation with the team
first aid or medical staff, a player has sustained an injury and is required to be replaced
Interchange players must wear a coloured bib at all times, until being substituted onto the field of play
Players leaving the field of play (substituted) must put on a coloured bib
General Training & Match Day Information for Players
Ensure you always follow the Mornington SC Player code of conduct. Shake the hand of your fellow players, coaches, parents, and any
club officials once you arrive and before you leave training and matches.

On the completion of all matches, shake the hand of all opposition players, coaches, and the match officials
During training and games, use language that is designed to encourage each other, not discourage each other. Negative and
derogatory talk weakens individual confidence, impedes team development and is proven to be an impediment to success.
Eat as healthy as possible, especially the night and morning before a game and drink lots of water the day before the game
Players should get to sleep early the day before each game
Players should bring 2 bottles of water to the game, one for during and one for after the game

Change Room Sharing

Often, we will be sharing a change room with the team coming on or off the ground. The following rules and etiquette apply when
sharing a change room:

If a team is finishing a team talk, the team coming off the ground will wait (quietly) for them to finish before entering the room
The team coming off the ground at the halftime break also has priority to the change room
Before going out to play the game, bags are to be placed neatly to one side so there is room for the second team if required or
taken out onto the pitch and placed neatly by the dugout.
Clean your boots outside change rooms
Before you leave, tidy up change rooms, place any rubbish, strappings, bottles, etc. in the bins
Do not bring any valuables into the changing rooms. The club (home or away) will not be held responsible for any
valuables left in changing rooms. Hand valuables to the team manager if necessary.
Club Song
Be proud of whom you play for by singing the club song when your team wins; but also, show respect to the opposition. The club song is to be
sung once the team is in the changing room. If this is not possible, move to a location away from the opposition and sing your song.

“Oh we’re from Seagull land

A fighting fury
We’re from Seagull land
In any weather, you will see us with a grin
Risking head and shin
If we’re behind then never mind
We’ll fight and fight and win
For we’re from Seagull land
We never tire till the final whistle blows
Like the Seagulls of old
We’re strong and we’re bold
For we’re from Seagull (orange and black!!!!!)
Oh we’re from Seagull land”
Saturday School Sport
Whilst the majority of matches will be played on a Sunday, double-header weekends and Saturday games will be scheduled by Football
Victoria as part of both the qualification phase and league phase of the competition. We expect that you make yourself available for
selection. If you believe your attendance at these games will be in jeopardy due to compulsory school sports, please advise the team manager
ASAP. Your position on the roster may be revised for that week, where possible.

Leadership Positions
At the discretion of the coaching staff/FD and approved by the Football Department, one team captain and one vice-captain will be announced
for each team, prior to the season commencing. It is a clear expectation that these leaders demonstrate an elevated level of conduct at all
times, and hold their teammates accountable for their conduct.
Club Protocol for Injuries
If any injury occurs that hampers a player’s ability to play or train fully, it must be reported to the coach and team manager to ensure
appropriate records can be kept. This can happen either at the game, training session, or the following morning when the full extent is
known. Injury notification always needs to be documented via email to your team manager.
You should consult your own medical practitioner of choice, for a diagnosis and treatment plan.
Once the injury has been cleared by your medical practitioner, a return to sport plan and clearance certificate is required before
training or playing will commence.
All reporting is to be submitted to the team manager via email. This will then be sent to the coaching staff/FD as appropriate.
Once returning from injury or sickness, players will not play games until the coach/FD/medical officer is happy with the fitness level
and training performance of the player. NB There should not be an expectation from a player who has missed one or more training
sessions during the week, that they can play on the weekend.
Players are not to be hurried back to play after an injury to ensure injury recurrence is avoided
There will be a game-day sports trainer present for the treatment of any injury at home (supplied by MSC) and away games (supplied by
the opposition) for players from both teams to utilise.

Byes, Catch Up Rounds & Re-fixturing

Games or training may be scheduled by FV (as much notice as possible will be given) midweek, weekends, or during school
holidays. Players are expected to be available to play as required.

Regional Matches
Whilst the JBNPL qualification phase is zoned to minimise the impacts of travel, it is likely that teams will be fixtured against
teams across greater Melbourne and in regional Victoria, and therefore travel is required to regional Victoria to play fixtures.
MSC Players Code of Conduct
Play by the Rules and within the spirit of the game.
Do not argue with the match official. If you disagree, have your captain or coach approach the match official during a break in
play or after the match is concluded.
Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials, spectators, or other players, including deliberately distracting, intimidating, or
provoking another person is not acceptable or permitted in any sport.
Be a good sport and be prepared to acknowledge good play whether it is from your team or the opposition.
Treat all players as you would like to be treated. Do not interfere with, bully, or take unfair advantage of another player.
Cooperate with your coach, teammates, and opponents. Without them, there would be no competition.
Play for your own enjoyment and development, and not just to please parents and coaches.
Remove all jewelry prior to training and match play, as it is a hazard to you and those around you.
The acceptance or usage of any banned or unauthorised drug(s) is strictly prohibited (Please refer to the club illegal drug policy)
The consumption of alcohol prior to, or during training or games is strictly prohibited (Please refer to the club alcohol policy)
This code of conduct will be enforced by all players, coaches, and the Football department.
Failure to adhere to this code of conduct may result in club-imposed penalties

Players are required to sign a document, agreeing that they have read and understood the code of conduct and consequences for failing
to comply.

Note: Players who breach the above policy (at the sole discretion of the Football Director or Club Committee) may face internal Club
sanctions and/or penalties imposed by Football Victoria.

The Club's full policies can be found on our website [Link]/documents/ and players and parents are encouraged
to familiarise themselves with them at all times.
Yellow Cards
Players who receive Yellow Cards for descent or foul language towards match officials or players (or other repeated breaches of the player code of
conduct), may face internal sanctions from the club. This may result in a range of penalties being applied, including but not limited to, reduced
game time, suspension from playing or monetary fine. Following a new FV Rule, any player that receives 5 yellow cards within a season will receive a
ONE MATCH BAN. 10 Yellow cards within a season will receive a TWO MATCH BAN and will not be eligible for Best & Fairest award.

Red Cards
For Football related 'Red' cards, (i.e. 2 x yellow cards, accidental handball on the goal line, unintentional last-man foul, etc) under Football Victoria
(FV) rules of competition, the player may receive a Red Card from the match official. This will result in an automatic match(s) suspension penalty,
the length of match suspension is determined by FV, and we (the club) will incur a monetary fine for that incident.

In this situation, we (the club) will wear the cost of this fine (for a first-time offense only, and where we deem that the player has not breached our
player code of conduct), but the player must serve the forfeit penalty mandated by FV. NB The club may also apply its own sanction(s) or penalties
on a player (in addition to the FV-applied suspension).

For non-football-related red cards, (i.e. foul/abusive language, violent conduct, disrespect to match officials, etc), the same FV rules apply, but
the fine will be paid by the player. The player will be ineligible to take the field and the player's passport will be revoked until that fine is paid in full
to the club and the player has served the mandated suspension period.

NB. It is always the position of Mornington Soccer Club to support the decisions of match referees and Football Victoria's Discipline
Team and (except in exceptional circumstances & where clear video evidence supports) will not challenge a sanction issued by FV.
The club may also apply its own sanction(s) or penalties on a player (in addition to the FV applied suspension) for either a 'Yellow'
or 'Red' Card offense or when a breach of our player code of coduct has occured.
 CLUB HUB [ONLINE STORE]
Whilst our JBNPL players receive the nominated playing strips and off-field apparel, our CLUB HUB provides easy
access to purchasing replacement items or extra club apparel. The range is extensive and delivered directly to your
door. We make it easy for you to purchase any additional items you may need, whilst supporting the club at the same
time.

BASE LAYERS GLOVES, SHIN GUARDS, BALLS, GOALS JACKETS, BAGS, SUPPORTER WEAR EXTRA SHORTS, SOCKS & TRAINING GEAR

Compression Base Layers, Gloves, Shin Guards, Soccer Balls, Portable Goals, Training Aids and other equipment is available online at
[Link]/clubhub and delivered directly from the distributor to your door - please note: There are no refunds or
exchanges on MSC apparel ordered via the Hub which has been personilised with names or numbers.

The Club Hub has a range of Adidas and Club Brand clothing to suit every budget and both players and parents are encouraged to
support the club by wearing the clubs supporter apparel.
MSC JBNPL PROGRAM

PARENT INFORMATION
By accepting a playing place for their child, all Parents are agreeing to champion the values of our JBNPL program to their children
and to support the club and its coaches in administering these values. You agree to follow the Parent/Guardian Code of Conduct and
to positively reinforce these policies and guidelines with other parents and spectators.

Parent/Guardian Code of Conduct

Do not critique the coach, team, or player's performance. We are dealing with players that develop at different rates and who may be being asked
to learn something new. The strongest player today is not necessarily going to be the strongest player tomorrow or vice versa.
Allow our teams to play to the coach’s instruction with confidence, freedom, and happiness - remembering parents are not aware of the coach’s
instruction. Cheer, Applaud, and Congratulate but do not coach from the sidelines.
Help from parents on game day is critical. All parents will be rostered on as evenly as possible and must complete their duties or organise a swap
with another parent if they cannot attend to match duties. If parents consistently miss duties this may jeopardise their child’s playing time.
Appointed Game Day Marshalls must report to the referee room 15 minutes before kick-off and must have read and understood the Ground
Marshall Handbook guidelines and responsibilities prior.
They must see the team manager for a fluorescent 'Marshall' vest and wear it at all times whilst acting as the appointed Marshall. Return
the vest to the team manager after the game.
No parent/spectator is to enter the field of play during a match, at half-time, or at full-time, until all players and match officials have left the
field of play. Unless they are an appointed Game Day Marshall and are wearing the appropriate fluoro vest, identifying them as an appointed
Marshall.
Under no circumstances may a parent or spectator approach a player and engage in anything other than positive feedback. The club will take a
zero-tolerance approach to any parent or spectator who engages in negative, derogatory, or intimidatory conversation with any player or
opposition.
You are always welcome to invite families and friends to watch our games. Parents are responsible for all family members and friends who
attend games and must be responsible for them following the parent/spectator code of conduct.
Players can and will be removed from training and games if these rules are not adhered to by Parents.

If anyone is aware of someone not following this code of conduct, they should be reported to the team manager or the matchday Marshall
immediately. The Team Manager/Match Marshall will report any issues to the TD/Football Department.
Communication
Team Managers will create a 'WhatsApp' group for the season. This will be our main method of communication for training, game, and match-duty
information. Any urgent messages will come through this system. WhatsApp can be downloaded free of charge from the App store. It is your
responsibility to ensure you have requested and been granted access to the team group chat from the Team Manager. If you are not
getting communications or need help setting up WhatsApp, you must let your Team Manager know immediately.

It is the responsibility of the parent to ensure that they understand and action the communication given by the Team Manager. Please remember the
Team Manager is a volunteer and is often simply relaying communications issued to them from the club, coaches, or football department. Please be
respectful to them at all times.

Dispute Resolution Process

If you need any further clarification regarding any points outlined in this document or if you have any other questions, please contact our JBNPL
Coordinator for clarification.

If you have any questions throughout the season, firstly contact your Team Manager for assistance. Please do not directly approach the coaching
staff unless advised by the Team Manager or Club Official to do so.

If you are not satisfied with the outcome, please feel free to contact our JBNPL Coordinator. Do not direct questions to other Club Officials or
playing members, who are not aware of the full context of a dispute.
If you are still not satisfied with the outcome. You can request that the matter is raised at the next Board of Management meeting by email to:
secretary@[Link]
We are here to make sure that all matters are dealt with in a timely manner and as efficiently as possible
We aim to ensure all team members are kept as informed as possible and provide support to our Mornington SC Family.
Transfers
The JBNPL program does not allow for a player to transfer a registration or play with another JBNPL outside of the nominated JBNPL
transfer window. This transfer window is mandated by Football Victoria and usually occurs in late May.

Should you decide to de-register from Mornington SC JBNPL and choose to join an alternative Club, you will not be entitled to any
refund of any monies paid to the club.

A player leaving the JBNPL program and transferring internally to the Mornington SC Community program - may receive a partial
refund of fees, less the cost of supplying alternative playing and training kits, etc., at the club's discretion.

Refund Policy
Where the season is officially cancelled (for any reason) by Football Victoria, parents will receive a refund aligned to the amount of money
Mornington SC receives back from Football Victoria. The refund policy for Football Victoria can be found on their website
[Link].

Where the season is temporarily suspended or matches are lost for any reason whatsoever, there will be no pro-rata refund.

In exceptional circumstances, and where less than 11 JBNPL fixtured, matches have been played, prior to the season being cancelled by Football
Victoria, the Board of Management of the club may consider a separate refund policy, although we are not under any obligation to do so.

The club is operated on a not-for-profit basis, and any separate refund policy decision will take into consideration many factors, including the
circumstances surrounding the cancellation of the football season, whether or not this could have been foreseen as a risk, prior to accepting a
place at Mornington SC and the financial impact to the club at that time, etc.

Please Note: The information contained within this document is subject to change based on changes mandated or announced by Football Victoria
from time to time or changes in Council/Government legislation etc.
Registration Enquiries
secretary@[Link]

JBNPL Information
juniors@[Link]

Football Enquiries
juniors@[Link]

Website Mornington Soccer Club

[Link]/jbnpl Dallas Brooks Park, Mornington-Tyabb Road, Mornington. 3931