CODE OF CONDUCT:
As a member the Valley City Youth Football Program (Thunder Football), each athlete is expected to represent the program, schools and community in a respectful manner.
Each athlete has an obligation of respect towards fellow athletes, fans, opponents, officials and coaches. Our “Thunder Players” will represent the Thunder Football program in a positive manner.
The following is expected of each athlete:
I. Practice Attendance:
A. Each player will have the opportunity to start and play either on offense, defense or both.
B. Each player must participate in a minimum of 7 practices before first game, three of which are without equipment.
C. Attend every practice unless excused by a coach.
D. Excused absence: The coaches must be notified prior to the practice that will be missed.
E. After the first game:
1. If you miss one practice during the week ~ reduced playing time.
2. If you miss both practices during the week ~ very little or NO playing time.
F. The coaches of each team will determine the amount of playing time.
II. Sportsmanship:
A. No player shall act in an unsportsmanlike manner before, during or after practices or games.
B. Examples include, but not limited to:
1. Taunting, baiting, profanity, insulting / vulgar language or gestures.
2. "show-boating", dancing, spiking, kicking or throwing the ball, throwing of equipment.
3. Refusing to comply with a coach or official's request.
C. No chewing or smoking of tobacco, use of drugs or alcohol during practices or games.
D. There will be no verbal or physical abuse of players. This includes your child, even if you are their coach.
E. There will be no verbal or physical abuse of other coaches, parents, players or officials.
F. The Thunder Football Board of Directors will have the final authority and will determine the degree of punishment depending on the unsportsmanlike act.
G. Must follow the rules set by the North Dakota High School Activities Association
III. Behavior:
A. We have a "3 Strikes & You're Out" policy for misbehavior detrimental to our Thunder Football program.
B. Bad behavior consists of, but not limited to:
1). Talking back to Thunder Coaches or game officials
2). Direct Defiance (Not doing what you are told to do)
3). Behavior that disrupts or affects teammates at practice or games.
C. Strike 1: Punishment will be issued at practice or the next practice & parents will be notified.
D. Strike 2: Athlete will not be allowed to practice for one week and one game suspension.
E. Strike 3: You will be asked to turn in your equipment and your season will be over.
IV. Fighting:
A. No fighting, striking, kicking or kneeing will be tolerated.
B. First Offense: 1 Game Suspension
C. Second Offense: Season is over.
V. No individual will be allowed to participate or attend practices/games until the athlete agrees to the above guidelines.
I have read the code of conduct and fully understand my responsiblities toward the Valley City Thunder Football Program.
I also have viewed the video, "See What You Hit" and understand the seriousness of using my head as a tackling device.
Athlete's Signature: _________________________________________
I have also read the Code of Conduct and viewed the video. I understand my child's responsibilities as well as my own responsibilities toward the Valley City Thunder Football Program.
Parent's Signature: __________________________________________
As a member the Valley City Youth Football Program (Thunder Football), each athlete is expected to represent the program, schools and community in a respectful manner.
Each athlete has an obligation of respect towards fellow athletes, fans, opponents, officials and coaches. Our “Thunder Players” will represent the Thunder Football program in a positive manner.
The following is expected of each athlete:
I. Practice Attendance:
A. Each player will have the opportunity to start and play either on offense, defense or both.
B. Each player must participate in a minimum of 7 practices before first game, three of which are without equipment.
C. Attend every practice unless excused by a coach.
D. Excused absence: The coaches must be notified prior to the practice that will be missed.
E. After the first game:
1. If you miss one practice during the week ~ reduced playing time.
2. If you miss both practices during the week ~ very little or NO playing time.
F. The coaches of each team will determine the amount of playing time.
II. Sportsmanship:
A. No player shall act in an unsportsmanlike manner before, during or after practices or games.
B. Examples include, but not limited to:
1. Taunting, baiting, profanity, insulting / vulgar language or gestures.
2. "show-boating", dancing, spiking, kicking or throwing the ball, throwing of equipment.
3. Refusing to comply with a coach or official's request.
C. No chewing or smoking of tobacco, use of drugs or alcohol during practices or games.
D. There will be no verbal or physical abuse of players. This includes your child, even if you are their coach.
E. There will be no verbal or physical abuse of other coaches, parents, players or officials.
F. The Thunder Football Board of Directors will have the final authority and will determine the degree of punishment depending on the unsportsmanlike act.
G. Must follow the rules set by the North Dakota High School Activities Association
III. Behavior:
A. We have a "3 Strikes & You're Out" policy for misbehavior detrimental to our Thunder Football program.
B. Bad behavior consists of, but not limited to:
1). Talking back to Thunder Coaches or game officials
2). Direct Defiance (Not doing what you are told to do)
3). Behavior that disrupts or affects teammates at practice or games.
C. Strike 1: Punishment will be issued at practice or the next practice & parents will be notified.
D. Strike 2: Athlete will not be allowed to practice for one week and one game suspension.
E. Strike 3: You will be asked to turn in your equipment and your season will be over.
IV. Fighting:
A. No fighting, striking, kicking or kneeing will be tolerated.
B. First Offense: 1 Game Suspension
C. Second Offense: Season is over.
V. No individual will be allowed to participate or attend practices/games until the athlete agrees to the above guidelines.
I have read the code of conduct and fully understand my responsiblities toward the Valley City Thunder Football Program.
I also have viewed the video, "See What You Hit" and understand the seriousness of using my head as a tackling device.
Athlete's Signature: _________________________________________
I have also read the Code of Conduct and viewed the video. I understand my child's responsibilities as well as my own responsibilities toward the Valley City Thunder Football Program.
Parent's Signature: __________________________________________