TOMLAW RED SWARM
Basketball Club Athlete Code of Conduct
Purpose of the Code:
The purpose of this code is to
clearly explain the responsibilities and expectations that come with being a TOMLAW
RED SWARM athlete. Listed below are a set of standards that apply equally to
all of our athletes.
My Responsibilities as
an athlete of the TOMLAW RED SWARM Basketball Club:
1. I will treat others with
respect, politeness and courtesy. This includes my fellow athletes, my coaches,
my parents, officials, volunteers and everyone else involved in the basketball
community.
2. I will respect the property
of others. This includes gymnasiums, hotels, equipment and any other facilities
used over the course of the season.
3. I will represent TOMLAW RED SWARM Basketball with class and dignity.
4. I will strive to show
sportsmanship in all situations. Sportsmanship is:
v
Always following the rules of the game both technically and in
spirit.
v
Accepting all decisions made by the officials
without any adverse reactions.
v
Accepting the decisions of your coaching staff.
v
Accepting victory with humility; accepting defeat with dignity.
v
Celebrating and encouraging your teammates.
v
Abstaining from any negative team talk, especially behind the backs
of your coaches and teammates.
v
Competing to the best of your ability every time you step on the
floor.
v
Abstaining from trash talk of any kind
v
Shaking hands in a professional manner with all parties involved
(Opposing team, officials)
following the competition.
Attendance Policy
Attendance at all TOMLAW RED SWARM Basketball Club practices, competitions and team events are mandatory.
Exceptions are as follows:
v
A medical excuse from the athlete’s attending physician/parent.
Unless the physician/parent indicates otherwise, the athlete is excused from
physical activity only, but is still required to attend the training sessions.
v Unsafe weather conditions. Unsafe travel conditions will be based on
the city road reports. Coaches will inform athletes of any cancellations.
v
Educational commitments. TOMLAW RED SWARM Basketball Club recognizes the
importance of education and promotes the pursuit of academic excellence.
Coaches must be notified
24hrs in advance if an athlete is unable to attend a practice, game or club
event for any of the reasons outlined above.
Consequences of Non-Attendance
Unexcused absences will result
in:
1st Incident – phone
call home to the parents from Coach to discuss
2nd Incident – there
will be a half game suspension
3rd Incident - there
will be a 1 game suspension.
During any suspension, unless
otherwise stated by coaches, athletes are required to attend any competitions
or practices.
Consequences of Breaking
This Code
1st time - A written
warning describing what happened will be sent to the home of the athlete. A
copy of this agreement will be included.
2nd time - Suspension
from the next competition.
To the Athlete
I understand and will live by
this athlete code of conduct while I am an active member of TOMLAW RED SWARM
Basketball Club. I accept the consequences of breaking this code, recognizing
that I am responsible for my actions.
To the Parent/Guardian
As a parent, I understand this
code of conduct and the reasons for having one. I accept that the consequences
of my child breaking these codes are fair and will be followed. I agree to support TOMLAW
RED SWARM Basketball Club coaches and its members in implementing this code for
the benefit of all athletes.
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