All Coaches are required to participate in coaching accreditation courses conducted by the Victorian Football League.
The minimum acceptable level by the EMJFC and the SMJFL is Level 1.
Coaches should be aware of the varying degrees of growth and development of the players within the team and also the different capabilities of individual team members.
They must demonstrate acceptable behavior by refraining from language abuse and the harassment of players, umpires, officials and opposition coaches.
Coaches should be conscious of injuries sustained during games and ensure that injured players are not unduly subjected to further complications by being left on the field after sustaining injury.
Coaches are expected to be available for all training sessions, games and where required by the committee they must attend Club committee/executive meetings.
Each Coach appointed by the Club shall:
- Be able to coach a team for a period of 2 (two) years (subject to performance and adherence to Club policies).
- Be able to coach a term for an additional year at the discretion of the Committee.
- At the end of the 2 (two) year period ( or the 3 (three) year period, be eligible to coach another team within the Club.
Executive Committee | East Malvern Junior Football Club