What are the Club expectations?

We ask that you help us achieve our goal of creating the best environment possible for our FWFC players, our coaches, and our parents. The following Code of Ethics has been developed to clarify and distinguish approved and accepted professional, ethical, and moral behavior from that which is detrimental to the development of soccer within Washington Youth Soccer (WYS).

Player Expectations

FWFC players will be asked to sign and abide by our Player Code of Ethics at all times. Players are expected to attend all practice sessions and games and to be on-time and prepared. Players are expected to follow the rules and policies set forth by the Club, state, and national soccer associations and will practice good sportsmanship.

Player Code of Ethics

Parent Expectations

FWFC parents will be asked to sign and abide by our Parent Pledge at all times. Parents will show respect to all individuals involved with the game (players, parents, and coaches of both teams, referees, and field staff.)

Parent Pledge

What is my financial commitment and what does it cover?

*After initial non refundable payment is made **Uniform kits, team fees and the cost of travel are not included in these costs. 

First payment is required to secure your selection on the team and is due at the Club Information Night. The season Total Cost includes, state and national registration, Accident Insurance, State Cup fee, league fee, referee costs, Club operational expenses, and coaching staff compensation. Participation Grants are available to qualified players. The amounts shown are the fee to play for the full year and take into consideration time off. If not able to pay all at once, we do offer a monthly payment plan, and monthly payment amounts are not an equivalent of a monthly participation fee.  

Uniforms

Uniforms are ordered online through Soccer.com. The FWFC Premier Player Kit includes 2 short-sleeve jerseys, 2 pairs of shorts, warm-ups, socks, 3 training shirts, and bag, with an estimated cost of $350 The FWFC Select/Recreational Player Kits includes 2 short-sleeve jerseys and 2 pairs of shorts (cost estimate coming soon.) New players are required to purchase their kit but new uniform designs are cycled every two years. Ordering instructions will be provided at the Welcome/Orientation meetings.

Team Funds

The team coach and treasurer develop a specific budget for the team. Team funds are collected and handled by the team treasurer and are non refundable. These funds include tournaments, equipment/supplies, team activities, and additional travel expenses.  FWFC understands that players may have other commitments beyond soccer. We encourage players to talk to their coach and go over any conflicts as soon as possible. Players are still responsible for team expenses incurred at events that the team participates in and the player does not because of other commitments. 

What is the FWFC refund policy?

Premier/Select:  Your initial club fee is non refundable.  Any refunds of will be at the discretion of and determined by the FWFC Board as addressed in the FWFC Financial Agreement when player accounts are paid in full.
Recreational: A refund of $135 is only available if the player leaves prior to the first game of the season when the player account is paid in full.

2021-2022 *FWFC Financial Agreement: 

Federal Way Football Club Fees: Includes player insurance, state registration fees, fields, lights, referees, league registration fees, FWFC administration costs, club-wide trainings, goalkeeper training, technical directors, background checks for volunteers, licensed coaching staff, director of coaching, equipment, and coach development. 

Uniform and Practice Kit: This year is the second year of the cycle, and is paid separately from club fees when order is placed. Required items: Warm-up jacket and pants, home and away jerseys, three training tops, two pair of game shorts, coordinating game socks and a backpack/duffel bag. An additional black long sleeve jersey is optional. 

Team Fees: Each player is responsible for their own travel expenses to games and tournaments. Additional tournaments may be added at additional team expense and will be determined by the coach. Costs associated with all additional tournaments must be paid through fundraising or collection of additional fees from the players to the team treasurer. 

Delinquent Payment Policy: -Payments made past the 20th of each month will incur a late charge of $25 - Accounts 15 days past due are subject to yellow cards and possible player suspension. - All payment issues or questions need to be directed to FWFC Admin or FWFC Treasurer and not the coaching staff. 

Volunteer Hours: Families who have not completed their hours or signed up for future volunteer opportunities will be charged for volunteer hours not worked on December 15th for HS boys or February 15th for the rest of the club. There will be no refunds of monies paid or cancellation for moneys owed. This agreement constitutes a contract, which includes the parent’s promise to pay the fees and costs specified herein, with reference to player’s club fees, for the entire term of the contract. 

Except with approval of the FWFC Board of Directors, we are not released from the financial obligations contained herein for any reason, including but not limited to lack of playing time or dissatisfaction with team or player progress. We understand that by signing this acceptance we have entered into a contract with the club which can be enforced against us. We understand that, if we choose to leave the club prior to the end of the season, all fees due must be paid prior to joining another club.

Are there scholarship opportunities? 

FWFC offers a limited amount of partial scholarships. All scholarship applicants are required to first register and pay their first month fees; submit a complete application (entering all required fields on the application itself), maintain regular monthly payments throughout the season, and provide grant give-back hours based on scholarship amount provided. Scholarships are closed for the current year. Please contact the club admin if you are joining late and are interested in a scholarship. 

*FWFC Financial Agreement can be found in your player account where you registered. 

**If an RCL player decides to leave an RCL club to join another club, players must be current on all club dues and fees, including team fees. Players not current will not be released until all fees are paid in full.