Field Marshal – 4 Simple Responsibilities (Volunteer Role)

Role:
Field Marshals are visible volunteers who help keep games safe, respectful, and calm—especially around the bleachers.

1. Be Visible & Present

• Wear the yellow “FIELD MARSHAL” jacket provided by referees at all times.
• Stay by your assigned half of the bleachers for your game (that is across of your team’s bench, which is in the opposite side of the bleachers/parents)
• Your presence alone helps prevent problems.

2. Remind, Don’t Argue

• If spectators become loud, aggressive, or disrespectful:
  • If you feel confortable, politely remind them of the Spectator Code of Conduct.
  • Otherwise, please call the attention of the referee with a timeout signal so he or she can stop the game and ask the pertinent coach to address the situation. (see section 3 below)
• Field Marshals do not argue or engage—just observe and remind spectators and/or bring problems to the referee.

3. Get Help Early

• If behavior continues or escalates, immediately notify:
  • the referee.
  • If the referee has left, notify:
    • a coach,
    • or Idaho Futsal staff.
• If safety feels at risk, call 911. Safety always comes first.

4. Stay Through the End

• Remain in position until teams and spectators have exited the court area after the game.
• The post-game period is when emotions are highest.

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Important Notes for Field Marshals

• ❌ You are not security
• ❌ You should never physically intervene
• ✅ Your job is visibility, calm reminders (optional), and alerting referees of unacceptable spectator behavior when needed