The role of the parent at New WAVE (in the most basic form) can be clearly defined. We ask that parents provide support to both their son/daughter and the team at all times. The success of our teams can be affected both positively and negatively by the role that the parents assume in the process. Parents that are supportive of their daughters and the team will assist in helping create the positive atmosphere and chemistry that is a key ingredient to a team’s ultimate success. Parents that are disruptive and critical of either their son/daughter or members of the team (including coaches) can unfortunately help to create a dysfunctional atmosphere that will ultimately hinder the development of the team and individual players throughout the season.
The vast majority of parents and families of our players have been very supportive in the past, and we hope that support will continue to grow each year. We hope that parents support their athlete(s) by attending their matches and giving positive encouragement. We expect you to refrain from criticizing your child, their teammates, their coaches, or the officials.
New WAVE realizes the sacrifices that are made by all of our families and appreciates the time and commitment of the parents throughout their athletes’ club careers. We have an open door policy with our families and encourage you to address any concerns you have with our staff under the guidelines we have set forth. We ask you to help us create the positive environment necessary for our athletes to succeed both on and off the court.
The “Team Parent” will be a volunteer position for each New WAVE team.
The roles and responsibilities are as follows:
Interested volunteers that would like to be considered should contact Deidre Dunbar (ddunbar@newwavevb.org) or by phone at 630-479-4077.
As with our players, parents also represent New WAVE Volleyball. We expect parents to act with a higher set of standards than we expect from our players. Parents are the role models.
Parents should read, understand and sign this form prior to their children participating in our program. Any parent guilty of improper conduct at any match, tournament, practice or New WAVE sponsored event will be asked to leave the venue. Repeat violations may cause the season forfeiture of the privilege of attending all events or removal of the athlete from our program.
I agree to the following:
1. I will not force my child to participate in New WAVE Volleyball.
2. I will remember that children participate to have fun and that the game is for the players, not adults.
3. I will inform the coach of any physical disability or ailment that may affect the safety of my child or the safety of others.
4. I will learn the rules of the game and the policies of New WAVE Volleyball.
5. I (and my guests) will be a positive role model for my child and encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy, and by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, officials and spectators at every game, practice or other sporting event.
6. I (and my guests) will not engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct with any official, coach, player, or parent such as booing and taunting, refusing to shake hands, or using profane language or gestures.
7. I will not encourage any behaviors or practices that would endanger the health and well-being of the athletes.
8. I will teach my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence (verbal or physical).
9. I will teach my child to treat other players, coaches, officials and spectators with respect regardless of race, creed, color, sex or ability.
10. I will teach my child that doing one’s best is more important than winning; so that my child will never feel defeated by the outcome of a game or her performance.
11. I will praise my child for competing fairly and trying hard, and make my child feel like a winner every time.
12. I will never ridicule or yell at my child or other participants for making a mistake or losing a competition.
13. I will emphasize skill development and practices and how they benefit my child over winning. I will also de-emphasize games and competition in the lower age groups.
14. I will promote the emotional and physical wellbeing of the athletes ahead of any personal desire I may have for my child to win.
15. I will respect the officials and their authority during matches and will never question, discuss, or confront coaches at a tournament, and will follow the communication protocol outlined in the club handbook.
16. I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and I will refrain from their use at all sports events.
17. I will refrain from coaching my child or other players during games and practices unless I am one of the official coaches of the team.
I am signing & agreeing on behalf of both parents/guardians of the athlete/player. I hereby bind myself and all parents/guardians/family members to all of the items listed and stated in and by the New Wave Volleyball Parent Code of Conduct.
I understand that checking this box constitutes a legal signature confirming that I acknowledge and agree to the above terms.
THESE ITEMS WILL BE ON THE REGISTRATION FORMS YOU ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE.
_______ I understand that there are dues and fees (see Financial Agreement) associated to my athlete in order to play for New WAVE. I agree that I will pay the associated costs in full and understand that once I sign the contract that no refunds are given. The only exception may be in the case of a season ending injury. I understand that failure to pay the dues/fees on time will result with my athlete not being allowed to participate in team practice, tournaments or any New WAVE events until my account is brought current.
______ I understand, that if tournament requirements include proof of age, I will turn in my athlete's birth certificate.
______ I understand that we will need to complete all other forms online: Waiver/ Medical Release, Parent/Player Contract, and Financial Agreement. I understand that if I do not meet the obligations defined above my athlete will not be able to participate in team practice, tournaments or any New WAVE events.
_______ I acknowledge that I have read and discussed with my athlete the Player Code of Conduct. I understand and agree to have my athlete abide by all of the standards outlined in the Player Code of Conduct.
_______ I acknowledge that I have read and discussed with my athlete the Parent Code of Conduct. I understand and agree to abide by all of the standards outlined in the Parent Code of Conduct.
_______ I understand my athlete must be registered with a National Governing Body (USAV and/or AAU) in order to participate with New WAVE. I agree that I will complete all the necessary steps in order to have my athlete properly registered for the season and that New Wave has my permission to submit information on our behalf in order to complete the registration process.
_______ I understand that playing time is not guaranteed and must be earned with commitment and production. I understand that New WAVE fully expects that each athlete understands their playing time situation and is communicated to clearly by their coach.
_______ I understand that New WAVE has full discretion on placement of players onto teams and that when more than one team is formed in an age group, placement will not take place until an evaluation process is completed the first several weeks of the season. I understand that New WAVE also has full discretion on moving players up or down from one team to the other throughout the season.
_______ I understand that New WAVE can relocate, replace or dismiss a player if a player does not follow the Player Code of Conduct, which includes, but is not limited to, meeting the coaches or directors expectations in attendance, commitment and/or production.
_______ I understand that communications with the team will be done through email/web site. It is the parent’s responsibility to check email/web site on a regular basis. Handouts will NOT be used as a primary form of communication. Documents will be released in the Forms section of the website and can be downloaded and printed.
_______ I understand that all tournaments held outside of the New WAVE program are out of New WAVE’s control. This includes tournament schedules, gym locations, and cancellation of the tournament. Tournament schedules, gym locations and cancellations will be communicated to all parents as soon as possible. In the event that the league/tournament provides a refund back to the team, this refund will be used to enter another event and will not be refunded to my account.
PARENT/PLAYER HANDBOOK ACCEPTANCE AGREEMENT
By agreeing, I acknowledge that I have received, read and discussed with my son/daughter the information in the Player/Parent Handbook. I understand all of the policies as outlined in the handbook and agree to abide by the rules of the organization. A player may not begin his/her season with New WAVE until all required forms are signed and submitted to the Administrative Staff.
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Player Name
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Parent/Guardian Name
WEBSITE/INFORMATION RELEASE AGREEMENT
We like to post photos of teams and training classes on our website, social media outlets and newsletters. We also issue press releases throughout the year to local media outlets. In addition, we maintain Player Profiles for our athletes that contain information used by college coaches for recruiting purposes or simply for informational purposes. By signing below you give New WAVE the right to post information about your athlete for the above purposes.
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Parent/Guardian Signature