Woodchurch Juniors Football Club – Visiting Team Information & Match Day Rules

Woodchurch Juniors FC looks forward to welcoming you to our club.
To ensure a safe, respectful, and enjoyable experience for all players, coaches, officials, and spectators, we kindly ask that you follow the match day rules below.


Spectator Areas & Pitch-Side Rules

  • All spectators must remain outside the pitch enclosure (“the cage”) at all times.

  • Woodchurch supporters: please position yourselves to the left side of the gate.

  • Visiting team supporters: please position yourselves to the right side of the gate.

  • Only team coaches/managers from each side are permitted inside the cage during the match.

  • On grass pitches, FA Respect Barriers will replace the cage — please remain behind them at all times.

  • Do not encroach onto the pitch or technical area during play.


Respect & Behaviour

  • Please show respect to referees, players, coaches, and fellow spectators at all times.

  • No foul or abusive language will be tolerated.

  • Match officials’ decisions are final — abuse towards referees or assistants will result in removal from the venue.

  • Positive encouragement is welcomed; coaching from the sidelines (other than by team officials) is discouraged.


Safeguarding & Child Welfare

  • Woodchurch Juniors FC operates under The FA’s Safeguarding Children Policy.

  • Children must be supervised by their parent/carer at all times when not on the pitch.

  • No photography or video recording of children is permitted without prior consent from both clubs.

  • Please report any safeguarding concerns immediately to the WJFC Club Welfare Officer or a committee member.

  • Absolutely no smoking, vaping, alcohol, or illegal substances within the playing area or spectator zones.


Facilities & Cleanliness

  • Toilets, food, and drink are available at the Carrbridge Centre (blue roof) — all proceeds go back into the community.

  • Additional refreshments, changing rooms, and showers are available in the Pavilion (attached to the 3G pitch).

  • Please leave all facilities clean and tidy — respect our venue and the community spaces we use.

  • Dispose of litter in bins provided.


Public & Community Awareness

  • Please be mindful of other members of the public using the facilities and surrounding areas.

  • Keep walkways clear and avoid blocking entrances/exits.

  • Drive and park with care — observe local parking restrictions and allow access for emergency vehicles.


Match Day Information

  • Kick-off time: 9:15am (unless otherwise stated).

  • Warm-up areas will be indicated by a member of WJFC staff on arrival.

  • Please ensure your team is ready to kick-off on time — delays affect other scheduled matches.


Thank You

We appreciate your cooperation in helping us provide a safe and positive environment for children’s football.
Let’s make the game enjoyable for everyone — Play Your Part, Respect the Game.

Woodchurch Juniors Football Club Committee