Parent/Guardian Code of Coduct

CODE OF CONDUCT 

Parent/Guardian 

As a parent/guardian of a Davis Water Polo Club athlete: 

• I agree to conduct myself in a courteous, responsible and exemplary  manner. 
• I recognize that the reputation of the Club is affected by and  dependent upon my conduct and behavior. 
• I will check the team website/TeamSnap regularly to stay up to date  on team activities and events. 

In order to cultivate a safe and healthy learning environment for participants  and foster Club unity and spirit; 

• I will obey all rules, regulations, and procedures set by Davis Water  Polo Club as well as those outlined in the USA Water Polo Rules Governing Conduct.  
• I will exhibit sportsmanship and respect for teammates, coaches,  referees and opponents at all times. 
• I will not in any way endanger the safety of another participant. ● I will address all questions and concerns, as regarding water polo  playing time, substitutions, team rostering, team status, and related  matters directly to the athlete’s head coach in a calm and courteous  manner after a mandatory 24-hour reflection period following the issue  in question; if the issue in question happened at a tournament the 24- hour time reflection period starts to run after the last game of the  tournament. [No coach may be approached in person, via text  message, phone or email during the course of a tournament regarding  water polo playing time, substitutions, team rostering, team status,  and related matters.] If the issue is not resolved with the head coach,  I will take the next steps to communicate with the executive directors.  ● I will support a positive team and club culture and will address my  issues privately through proper communication channels and will use  the Teamsnap chat to communicate team logistics (i.e. arrival times,  practices absences, team lunch, etc.) 
• I will uphold the Club core values of discipline, respect, and  commitment.

I acknowledge that the following conduct is unacceptable by any athlete,  parent/guardian, or Club staff member and will NOT be tolerated, and may  result in possible suspension or dismissal from the club. 

• Although water polo is a physical sport, it is unacceptable for any  athlete, coach, or parent/guardian of DWPC to engage in any act with  malicious intent to cause injury to another person. 
• Disrupting practices, failing to abide by coaches’/Club directives, any  unsafe water horseplay, even if it is not with malicious intent. ● Speaking in a manner that disrespects teammates, parents, coaches,  the Club, or the pool facilities. 
• Use of profanity or inappropriate language. 
• Destruction or damage to the Club pool & facility, any facility we visit,  or other member’s property.  
• Possession or use of weapons of any kind, alcoholic beverages, illegal  drugs or tobacco products by minors.  
• Bullying in any form (i.e. physical, verbal, social media). 

I understand that failure to abide by the Davis Water Polo Club Code of  Conduct may result in immediate disciplinary action including but not limited  to: 

• Suspension from practices, games, team events and/or the remainder  of a session. 
• Suspension or dismissal from the team/Club. 
• Forfeiture of all payments or credits for participation in an event  and/or program. 
• Any combination of the above. 

I understand that it is an honor and privilege to represent the Davis Water  Polo Club, and I agree to conduct myself appropriately and honorably at all  times at practices, games, and all other Club functions. 

I understand that parents/guardians and players must assume responsibility  for any property damages caused by their player(s), including any necessary  costs of repair, replacement, or extraordinary cleaning.  

I understand that the decisions of the Davis Water Polo Club board of  directors will prevail in any disciplinary action and that the Club coaches can  make and enforce necessary interpretations of the Code of Conduct.