ACCELERATE PLAYER POLICIES
As an Accelerate Volleyball player, you represent Accelerate Volleyball Club. Accelerate Volleyball Club is committed to all of its players exercising good sportsmanship at all times. Our program philosophy is that our athletes should represent themselves, their family, their team and our organization in a positive and respectful manner. In order to represent our athlete’s commitment, we have developed the following Code of Conduct for our players. Every athlete is expected to adhere to the following standards of conduct, both on and off the court: • exhibit good moral character • display a strong work ethic • possess a positive attitude • be an outstanding role model • show great sportsmanship • show respect towards all team members, coaches, and parents.
1. Adhere to the rules and policies of Accelerate Volleyball Club outlined in this document.
2. Adhere to the rules and policies set forth by my team that may be in addition to the rules and policies of the program.
3. I will focus on developing not only on the court, but off the court as well. This includes building character, maintaining high academic standards, and developing leadership skills through the sport of volleyball.
4. I will not transport, possess, or drink any alcohol nor take illegal drugs of any kind, including but not limited to tobacco/nicotine, marijuana, prescription medications not prescribed to me; use includes “vaping”, etc… (if I am found to be using illegal drugs and/or drinking alcohol, I will be terminated immediately from the Club).
5. I will follow all rules and policies of the host facility when at tournaments, hotels or other functions related to participating in Accelerate Volleyball Club related events.
On The Court
1. I will respect the game of volleyball and give it my all during practice and games.
2. I will accept responsibility and be accountable for my effort, focus and commitment to the game, my team and myself.
3. I will demonstrate sportsmanship and fair play at all times. I will set an example in the way in which I conduct myself on the court. I understand those actions, good or bad, have a long lasting effect on everyone around me.
4. I will treat the coaching staff respectfully at all times. This includes not only my own coach, but any member of the coaching staff that takes the time to offer instruction throughout the season.
5. I will value the instruction of my coaches. Whether I think my coach is the best, the worst or somewhere in between, my job is to listen to my coaches, follow instruction, make changes and trust that they are looking out for my best interests.
6. I will be respectful, supportive and courteous to my teammates.
7. I will appreciate my teammates. Every player on my team has certain strengths and weaknesses. I will be patient with my teammates as they improve their games — just as they will be patient with me as I work on my game. Volleyball is a team sport. Success can only come when the entire team works and plays well together both on and off the court.
8. If I have a problem with a teammate, I will accept the responsibility to work it out with them. If I am unable or uncomfortable, I will talk to the coaching staff to attempt to solve the problem.
9. I will put my teammates first at all times. I understand that I am not bigger than the team no matter what my role may be. I understand that if I do not, my playing time will be affected.
10. I understand that poor conduct such as foul language, physical or verbal intimidation of any individual, fighting with other teams/players, and vocal outbursts are not permitted.
11. I will never question an official or express my feelings at a call. Officials are part of the game. I will never talk back or disrespect an official. This includes players that are performing officiating duties such as line judge or scorekeeping at an event.
12. I will take time to learn the rules of the game. I understand that in order to master the sport, I must understand the rules that we play by.
13. I will communicate. I will ask questions. I will express myself. I understand that in order to be successful I have to understand how to succeed. In order to do that I must communicate with my coaches and teammates.
Off The Court
1. I will not exhibit conduct which is inappropriate as determined by comparison to normally accepted behavior.
2. I will be respectful in public and display good character as a representative of Accelerate Volleyball Club.
3. I will be responsible when using the internet and will not submit any negative information regarding my teammates, team or Accelerate Volleyball Club while using social networks or communicating via email. I will not post inappropriate comments, pictures or other content that would otherwise break any of the rules or policies set forth in this Code of Conduct.
4. I will accept the responsibility to manage my time in order to participate at Accelerate Volleyball Club while maintaining balance and high standards with academics and family.
These Code of Conduct Policies are what is expected of all current members of Accelerate Volleyball Club.