NSL Fan Code of Conduct:

By attending NSL matches and supporting the league, fans agree to adhere to these standards of conduct, which are designed to create a respectful, inclusive and safe atmosphere for all.

1. Respect for All Participants

  • Players, Coaches and Officials: Fans should cheer passionately but remain respectful to all participants. Abusive language or behaviour is prohibited.
  • Fair Play: Acknowledge the opposition, even in defeat. Applauding good play and showing sportsmanship is encouraged.
  • Inclusive Environment: Treat all fans with dignity, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or disability.

2. Positive Fan Engagement

  • Positive Atmosphere: Fans should contribute to a welcoming environment through chanting, singing and creating a lively, fair atmosphere.
  • Supportive Behaviour: Applauding the opposition or supporting your team during tough moments is encouraged.
  • Fair Play: Support should always respect the integrity of the game. Fans should avoid intimidating or undermining others.

3. Prohibited Behaviours

  • Violence and Aggression: Physical altercations or threats of violence will result in ejection and possible legal consequences.
  • Discriminatory Language: Racist, homophobic, or any discriminatory chants, gestures, or language are prohibited.
  • Aggressive Chants and Insults: Abusive, insulting, or discriminatory chants are not allowed.
  • Throwing Objects: Throwing any objects towards players, officials, or fans is strictly prohibited.
  • Pyrotechnics and Laser Pointers: The use of fireworks, flares, or laser pointers is banned and may lead to ejection and legal action.

4. Spectator Behaviour

  • Pitch Invasion: Fans are prohibited from entering the pitch or restricted areas. Violators will be banned from future matches.
  • Intimidation and Harassment: Bullying or harassment of any kind, whether physical or verbal, will not be tolerated.
  • Alcohol Consumption: Fans must consume alcohol responsibly. Disruptive behaviour due to intoxication may result in removal from the stadium.

5. Compliance with Laws and Policies

  • Obeying Laws: Fans must follow all local, state and venue-specific regulations, including emergency procedures.
  • Respect for Staff: Fans should cooperate with stadium staff and security. Failure to do so may result in ejection.

6. Enforcement and Consequences

  • Ejection and Bans: Fans violating the Code may be ejected from the venue, have their ticket privileges revoked, or face a permanent ban.
  • Legal Action: Serious offences, such as violence or discrimination, may lead to law enforcement involvement.
  • Fan Behaviour Scoring: Teams may face consequences for the behaviour of their fans, including additional scrutiny or penalties.

7. Reporting Violations

  • Report Violations: Fans are encouraged to report any misconduct to stadium security or authorities. Anonymous reporting is available.

Prohibited Items & Restricted Items

Prohibited Items
  • Professional Cameras (only point-and-click cameras are permitted).
  • Laser pens or laser products of any type.
  • Weapons of any type, including knives.
  • Fireworks, incendiary devices, or any other flame-making device.
  • Air horns, whistles, or mechanical noisemakers.
  • Powered megaphones.
  • Alcohol, drugs, or any illegal substances.
  • Outside Food or Beverage (empty refillable water bottles or water bottles that have not been opened are permitted).
  • Poles or sticks. (Check out Flags and Flagpoles).
  • Projectiles.
  • Inappropriate signs on banners.
  • All drones and drone operations are prohibited at TD Place.

TD Place reserves the right to refuse entry to any guest in possession of a prohibited item. Any items surrendered by guests before entry will be donated or destroyed and not returned. Illegal items will be confiscated and turned over to the police.

Restricted items
  • Umbrellas (may not be opened inside The Stadium).
  • Electronic Devices (subject to a demonstration that they are operational).
  • Flagpoles (must not exceed 4ft in length. Check out Flags and Flagpoles.
  • Large bags/containers.
  • Aerosol and compressed air canisters.
  • Non-medical face coverings or masks (may not be worn while traversing the stadium)

Venue Management may restrict any item from entering TD Place that it deems, at its discretion, to be a security or safety risk.