Fieldstone Fins

Code of Conduct

The code of conduct applies to all swimmers, parents and coaches of the Fieldstone Fins Swim Team. The purpose of the code is to ensure that everyone treats others with respect. The code of conduct is a condition of membership for all swimmers, parents and coaches. All members of the Fieldstone Fins Swim Team and their parents agree to abide by the Code of Conduct. All enforcement decisions made by the head coach and board are final and are not subject to review. No refunds will be granted to those swimmers dismissed from the team for their or their parents’ violation of the code of conduct.

Roles and Responsibilities

Swimmers:

• Respect your teammates, coaches, officials and opponents.
• Give 100% effort at each practice and meet
• Support and encourage your teammates.
• Set a positive example.
• Display good sportsmanship at all times both on and off the pool deck.
• Listen to and learn from your coaches.
• Don’t be afraid to make a mistake; that’s part of learning.
• Be modest in victory and gracious in defeat.
• Have fun!

Parents:

• Teach and practice good sportsmanship at all meets and practices. You are role models!
• Respect the sport. Respect the officials. Respect the coaches. Respect other parents, who often serve as volunteers.
• Do not coach your child. Let swimmers swim and coaches coach, and support both positively.
• NEVER criticize other swimmers, coaches or officials regardless of the circumstances.
• Notify the Head Referee or the Meet Manager if there is a serious problem at a meet.
• Emphasize the FUN of the sport and the benefits of training, competing and putting forth effort at all times.
• Volunteering is a mandatory part of swim team.

Coaches:

• Be role models and act with the highest moral character possible.
• Reinforce the self-image of each swimmer: Be positive and constructive.
• Emphasize the FUN of the sport and the benefits of training, competing, putting forth one’s best effort at all times. Do not emphasize winning or beating another team.
• Respect the sport of swimming. Respect the officials.
• Teach the rules of swimming and abide by those rules in practices and meets.
• Teach and practice good sportsmanship.
• Be modest in victory and gracious in defeat.

All:

Any conduct, including abusive language and/or gestures, racially insensitive remarks, damage to property or belongings, or any other conduct that reflects poorly on you or the team is deemed to be unacceptable and will not be tolerated. This rule applies to all swimmers, parents, siblings and guests at all times when at meets and/or practices, on the pool deck, in the locker rooms or any other associated facilities.

You represent Fieldstone Fins during any meet or practice, home or away. Any conduct such as shoplifting, destruction of property, illegal consumption of drugs or alcohol, or any other questionable activity will not be tolerated. This rule applies for the entire duration of the swim season.