Club Idaho Northwest Volleyball

Athlete Code of Ethics

Practice Rules

 

 

 

Athlete Code of Ethics

  1. All players must be registered with USAV.  All players will abide by all USAV guidelines and code of conduct that MUST be signed before a player is allowed to participate.
  2. All players will use POSITIVE verbal and physical behavior, controlling temper and aggression.
  3. Players will notify the coach if they cannot attend either a practice or a tournament.
  4. Players will be allowed playing time of at least 10% of the total hours.  It is up to the discretion of the coach as to which matches to play players.
  5. Players MUST attend and be on time to all practices/tournaments (unless special arrangements have been made ahead of time).
  6. Players will play by the rules of volleyball and will display fair play by treating all those involved in the match with dignity and respect.
  7. There is ZERO TOLERANCE for drug and alcohol use by parents and players at any club function, including practices and tournaments.  Violators of this rule will be immediately dismissed with NO REFUND.
  8. Players will give true information concerning another individual’s involvement in or knowledge of an incident relevant to a violation of the rules.
  9. Players will have a POSITIVE attitude towards teammates and coaches at all times or playing time may be reduced.  If negative behavior continues, players may be dismissed with NO REFUND.
  10. Players will work hard and honestly to improve performance and participation.
  11. Players must communicate directly with their coaches.  They are encouraged to ask questions.
  12. No player is guaranteed playing time in a tournament without participating in practices, showing maximum enthusiasm, demonstrating good sportsmanship, participating in officiating and scorekeeping assignments, and working at developing their own skills.
  13. No player is guaranteed a specific position.  The coach determines all positions.  The coach will assess strengths and weaknesses of all players to determine where an athlete best fits in the line-up.
  14. No player is guaranteed membership for future seasons.  Each new season, the number of teams and roster size will be determined by number of available coaches, availability of facilities, and previous behavior of the player and parents, including payment of club and coaches fees.

 

 

Practice Rules

  1. All practices are open to parents, but please save your questions of the coach for after practice to keep interruptions to a minimum. 
  2. Scheduled practice time is the START TIME – NOT the arrival time!  Be ready to practice ON TIME!  Players who are repeatedly late for practice with earn themselves a loss of playing time.
  3. All players are expected to participate in setting up and putting away the equipment both before and after practice.
  4. All athletes are expected to attend every practice.  Only an illness serious enough to keep a player home from school or a genuine family emergency are legitimate excuses for missing practice.  Regardless of the reason, if a player misses practice, her playing time may decrease.
  5. Players should call the coach if she cannot be at practice.  This is the players responsibility, not her parents.
  6. Players should bring their own water to every practice and tournament.  No glass containers allowed.
  7. No chewing gum, no jewelry, and clean court shoes are a must!
  8. Hair must be pulled back from the face.  Barrettes and hair clips are okay as long as they lay flat on the head.  No hard plastic “claw” hair accessories.
  9. Practices will be finished no later than 10:00pm.
  10. Club Idaho Northwest Volleyball recognizes the value of middle and high school athletics.  Players should consult with their coaches to determine what is considered an excused absence from practice.
  11. Players must help maintain the facility they are using.  We expect each player to pick up trash, clean the area, and not abuse the facility during use.
  12. Players will not leave practice until all duties are performed including but not limited to picking up trash, putting away all equipment, and being released by the coach.
  13. What is expected of me (the player)?
    1. 110% participation during practice – be accountable for your improvement
    2. Show maximum enthusiasm and good attitude
    3. Demonstrate good sportsmanship at all times!
    4. Be a part of the team – not just on the court
    5. Work hard at correcting poor habits
    6. Listen, practice, learn, practice, play, practice – these factors (practice, practice, practice) improve your skill level.

 

 

** Consequences of unacceptable behavior**

 

Problem behavior – Punishment from coach

Unexcused absences and tardiness – Suspension from play by coach

Unsportsmanlike behavior – Suspension from play by coach

Stealing, Drug-use, Alcohol use – Dismissal from Club by Board of Directors

Serious violation of rules – Dismissal from Club by Board of Directors