At Kansas City Surf, our families are a huge part of what makes the club special. Our parents are not only supporters of their players—they are also valued members of the Surf community and important representatives of our club on game day.
Because of that, Surf maintains a Sideline Code of Conduct to ensure a positive environment for players, coaches, referees, and families. While the vast majority of our parents represent Surf exceptionally well, we occasionally need to reinforce expectations so that every match remains a respectful and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
If a Surf parent is asked to leave the field or ejected by a referee or game official, the parent will receive a suspension from their child’s next matches. This club policy applies in addition to any sanctions imposed by the league.
Situations like this are very rare, and the overall conduct of Surf families is something we are proud of. Your continued cooperation helps ensure that our sidelines remain welcoming and positive throughout the season.
At Surf, sideline behavior matters. Parents, players, and fans all represent the club, and we hold ourselves to a high standard. Maintaining respectful sidelines is also especially important right now given the national shortage of referees, and we appreciate everyone helping us create a supportive game environment.
To keep things simple and clear, Surf has three mandatory sideline expectations for game day:
1. No parent coaching from the sideline.
Coaching during games is the responsibility of the team’s coaching staff. Positive encouragement is always welcome.
2. No confrontations with other parents.
Surf parents should not engage in verbal or physical disagreements with opposing families or other Surf families on or near the sidelines.
3. No interaction with referees or game officials.
Parents should not address, question, or confront referees or officials during or after a match.
These expectations help protect the game environment for the players and allow them to focus on learning, competing, and enjoying the sport.
Thank you for helping set the standard for what it means to represent Kansas City Surf. Your support, positivity, and sportsmanship make a difference for every player on the field.