OUR CULTURE

The Bluff City Way

More than tactics. More than training. It's how we show up for each other.

"At a club, there's a truth, a way of life, and the players have to follow that."

— Pep Guardiola

When you join Bluff City FC, you're not just joining a team—you're joining a culture built on mutual respect, relentless improvement, and genuine connection. Here's what that looks like in practice.

THE ABC

Our Three Pillars

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Accountability

Own your actions, your effort, and your impact on the team.

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Accountability means more than showing up—it means being honest about your performance, communicating proactively, and taking responsibility when you fall short. We don't make excuses. When something goes wrong, we look at what we could have done differently. When we commit to something, we follow through.

👀 What this looks like:

If you can't make training, you communicate ahead of time—not after. If you make a mistake on the pitch, you acknowledge it and adjust. We hold each other to high standards because we respect each other enough to expect the best.

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Brotherhood

A bond built through shared struggle and mutual support.

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Brotherhood isn't something you can manufacture—it's forged through showing up for each other, day after day. It's the player who stays late to help a teammate work on their weak foot. It's the group chat that goes beyond logistics. It's knowing that your teammates have your back, on and off the pitch.

👀 What this looks like:

We celebrate each other's wins—promotions, new jobs, personal milestones. We check in when someone's struggling. The relationships built here extend far beyond the final whistle.

C

Competitiveness

The drive to win, tempered by respect and integrity.

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We play to win—there's no point pretending otherwise. But we compete with integrity. No cheap shots, no diving, no disrespecting officials or opponents. We believe you can be fiercely competitive while still being someone people respect. Winning means nothing if you have to compromise who you are to get there.

👀 What this looks like:

We push each other in training because iron sharpens iron. We analyze losses honestly and use them to improve. We shake hands with opponents regardless of the result.

"I don't believe in superstars. I believe in great teams."

Carlo Ancelotti
EXPECTATIONS

What We Expect From You

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Attend at least 75% of training sessions
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Communicate proactively about availability
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Contribute to team culture, not just performance
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Respect opponents, refs, and facilities
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Pay dues on time
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Be coachable—leave ego at the door

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