azsc premier and academy premier agreement 2015_2016.pdf
Arizona Soccer Club AZSC Premier and Academy Premier Programs Membership Agreement (2015-2016 Season) This agreement is an outline of expectations for parents, players, coaches and staff as “members” of Arizona Soccer Club ("AZSC"). To be successful this program requires open communication and exceptional commitment from all members. THIS DOCUMENT SERVES AS AN AGREEMENT AND A CONTRACT BETWEEN AZSC AND PLAYERS/PARENTS. PLEASE READ IT AND UNDERSTAND WHAT YOU ARE COMMITING TO. RESPECT & CONDUCT: We (players/parents) understand that we represent our club and team and agree to always respect and exhibit good sportsmanship toward coaches, teammates and their families, game officials, and opposing players and their families in the spirit of the game. Dismissal from the team and/or club may be considered for repeated and/or egregious offenses. As “Non-Coaches”, we agree to refrain from coaching (game play directives) on the sidelines, as it is most often in direct conflict from the instructions that players receive from their assigned coach(es) and causes confusion and problems during the game. In general, we understand our behavior both on and off the field that is detrimental to the team or club spirit or interferes in achieving team and/or club goals, may result in removal of EITHER or BOTH the player and/or the parent from the game and/or the team. Any poor sportsmanship and/or behavior detrimental to the club and/or team may result in players being pulled from the game, future games, and/or fines (to be determined by the club and/or team officials – not to exceed $25 per occurrence). Parents/Player(s) will not engage in verbal or physical abuse towards any other coach, player, parent, participant, or official. Parents/Player(s) will conduct themselves in an appropriate manner on all social media. Inappropriate conduct toward any individual, group or club Is unacceptable. Posting improper materials that include derogatory remarks, profanity, threats and other incendiary comments or items will not be tolerated. Violation of any of the above can result in suspension or other penalties. This is at the absolute discretion of AYSA/Arizona Soccer Club. TRAINING: For our Thunder and Academy programs to be effective in competitive play and team development, players are required to attend practice 2 days a week in their required training gear (training T-shirt, shorts, socks, shin guards, soccer cleats and soccer ball). Failure to comply with the required dress code may result in removal from the training session and/or impact game playing time. Players are expected to be at all training sessions, except for family emergencies, school related functions, injuries that prohibit activity, religious holidays or cases when the club cancels practice for weather or other unforeseen reasons. Should the player miss any training sessions, the coach and/or team manager must be informed of their absence prior to the training session. Failure to attend scheduled training sessions could impact game playing time. We understand that playing time in games is based on a variety of factors including effort, dedication, attendance, attitude and skills demonstrated during training, and is determined by the team coach(s) and/or DOC. Players are also required to attend scheduled games and tournaments. By committing to the practice requirement this ensures our teams will grow and develop together. It is also understood that AZSC staff, including coaches, are not responsible for driving your child to and from practices, games, tournaments or any other team or club related function. Any carpooling, ridesharing, or general commuting to and from an official AZSC related function is done at the discretion of the player’s parent and/or legal guardian. It is further understood that any volunteer driver is not considered an employee, contractor or otherwise an agent of AZSC. CONTACT INFORMATION: I hereby authorize US Youth Soccer/AYSA/AZSC and its members to publicize through print, broadcast, electronic media, or any other means of communication, about the youth player, which might include some or all of the following identification information: name; photograph; team, registration and playing statistics; college plans; and availability. Player/Parent contact information will be shared with the Team Manager and Coach and should only be
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used for club/team related communications. All team managers and AZSC staff are cleared through the Arizona Youth Soccer Association background screen process. INJURIES: AZSC takes injuries seriously. Should a player suffer an injury during the course of AZSC activity (such as practice and/or game), the player must seek appropriate medical attention and an incident report must be completed. As part of the Thunder program, participant accident insurance is obtained as supplemental coverage to defray medical costs. The player’s own medical insurance is still in primary position. Should coverage be needed, proper documents must be filed and submitted to the AYSA state office to submit a claim. Following the injury, players are required to obtain a written medical release to return to the team. Should an injury take place outside an AZSC sanctioned event (i.e. injured at home, playground accident, weekend event, car accident, etc.), proper medical attention should be obtained. If participation in the Thunder program could possibly impact any injury sustained by the player regardless of how it occurred, an AZSC official must be made aware of the injury. In these circumstances, the player must still obtain a written medical release to return to the team. COACHING: We understand that the team coach is responsible for demonstrating and leading the team by executing the vision, mission, goals, and philosophy of AZSC. We recognize and respect that the coach has the entire team to consider in making decisions and we may not always agree with those decisions. We understand that it is the player or parent’s responsibility to discuss problems with the coach. Immediately after a game may not be the best time to talk about these sensitive issues. If a parent/coach meeting is necessary, we agree the discussion will center on the player with constructive dialogue between everyone. Should all means be exhausted with the coach and the situation still goes unresolved, the parent may request a meeting with the Director of Coaching and/or AZSC Board President or Executive VP or VP of Thunder for resolution (the Board President does have the option of delegating the meeting to another Board member). Should a “team meeting” be called, it is MANDATORY that the DOC and, if possible, at least one Board of Directors member (outside of the team) be present for the meeting. It is also understood that it is possible coaching changes can be made at any time during the season. While AZSC tries very hard to keep these changes to an absolute minimum, sometimes they are unavoidable. A coaching change does not release your obligation to the terms of this agreement. FINANCIAL COMMITMENT & SUPPORT: We agree that by accepting the position offered, and completing these registration documents, we are obligated to pay the full AZSC Premier or Academy Premier Program membership fee (annual dues/uniform), even if we should later decide to leave Arizona Soccer Club’s Premier or Academy Premier Program before the end of the seasonal year REGARDLESS OF THE REASON. WE (PARENT/LEGAL GARDIAN’S) TAKE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY TO FULFILL OUR FINANCIAL OBLIGATION and our AZSC Premier or Academy Premier dues will NEVER BE WAIVED or REDUCED unless agreement is made in writing by the AZSC President, VP of Administration and Treasurer. Should a situation arise making it difficult to meet the billing arrangement, we (parent/legal guardian) will immediately contact the AZSC Office Administrator to discuss the possibility of a new payment arrangement. We will also take initiative and full responsibility to, if necessary, pursue possible AZSC financial assistance, outside sponsorships, AZSC work exchange programs, etc. to assist with membership fees. Failure to make payments as agreed will result in appropriate actions such as application of late fees, player sanctions (including suspension or dismissal from training sessions and games) or pursuit of AYSA Bad Standing Policy through the state. We understand the financial aspect of our commitment directly affects the planning, budgeting, and overall success of the Thunder and Academy Programs. Additionally, we understand that we are responsible for additional team fees above and beyond the club membership fees/dues, such as, tournament fees above and beyond the included tournaments, Head coach travel fees (i.e. room, transportation, gas, etc. controlled/verified by AZSC accountant) for tournaments over 150 miles away, individual player/family travel fees (i.e. room, transportation, food, etc.) voluntary team equipment needs, summer skills, camps or clinics or special referee and/or light fees (i.e. scrimmages, or other game costs, etc.). We Initials __________
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also understand team fees are shared by the entire team/families, even if we do not participate in a tournament or activity. Failure to contribute team fees may negatively impact the team’s ability to cover expenses. We understand it is our (parent’s) responsibility to contribute team funds in a timely manner to meet tournament/activity deadlines. We understand that AZSC will be enforcing a NO PAY, NO PRACTICE, NO PLAY policy. If your player’s account is not kept current, he/she WILL NOT BE ALLOWED to train with the team or play any games, tournaments, team activities, or scrimmages, until the account is made current. Loss of training time and/or playtime, and does not release us from our financial obligation. It is further understood and agreed to that if you selected the monthly PAY BY CHECK/CASH payment option at Registration, Thunder or Academy payments are due in the AZSC office, starting with a $200 deposit at registration & $200 installments due on July 15th & August 15th, 2015. If payment is not received in the AZSC office within 10 days of the payment due date, AZSC reserves the right to assess a $15 late fee each month. If you selected the monthly CREDIT CARD payment option at Registration, AZSC Premier or Academy Premier payments will automatically be charged to your credit card starting with a $200 deposit upon registration and $200 installments on July 15th & August 15th, 2015. It is the player/parent's responsibility to change/update credit card information in GotSoccer.com PRIOR to the 15th of the month if they wish to use a different card. Players/parents selecting the CREDIT CARD payment option will not be able to change to the check/cash payment option during the season. If your credit card is declined on the 15TH of the month, and payment is not received within 10 days of the due date, AZSC reserves the right to asses a $15 late fee each month. No refunds will be issued after JULY 1st, 2015 for any reason. The need to do fundraising is a necessity on every team and Thunder/Academy families will be required to participate and/or contribute throughout the year. We understand that players and/or the team may seek and receive donations, or will fundraise, to defray team/individual expenses and we realize that these funds will remain within AZSC. Should the player decide to leave the club, remaining funds will first pay any outstanding Thunder/Academy dues or team fees owed. The remaining funds, pending all AZSC fees are current, will then stay in the players team account for the team he/she participated in. If the player remains with the club, their player funds will remain in the team account for use or benefit the player/team for that season. VOLUNTEER HOURS: In order to provide the best possible experience for our players, AZSC relies on the participation and support of its families. Player/Parent understand that each family will be required to contribute a total of 8 (eight) volunteer hours to be completed anytime during the program year (May 1, 20115 – April 30, 2016). The family volunteer requirement is 6 hours regardless of how many players the family has in AZSC Premier or Academy Premier programs. An additional Mandatory requirement of 2 Service hours per family at Phoenix Desert Showcase, or $100.00 penalty will be assessed to player account. AZSC and CSA will do its best to provide volunteer opportunities in a variety of areas so that families may have a rewarding experience. AZSC reserves the right to assess a penalty of $21.00 per hour of volunteer service not completed.
GENERAL: We understand that we are being asked to give time, money and emotional support to the AZSC Premier and/or Academy Premier program. Our comments, suggestions and recommendations regarding our team/club are welcome, and our support and positive attitude is critical to the team/club concept.
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We understand that the final decisions regarding what is in the best interest of the players, families, team and club ultimately rests with AZSC leadership. In addition, we understand changes may be made to this agreement, with the approval of the AZSC President, in cases where it will be in the best interest of the players and club. NIKE UNIFORM ORDER: (all AZSC Premier and Academy Premier Players): It is understood that a uniform kit will be provided to your player and is based on two year cycle. Uniform ordering will take place in June and will be coordinated through your team coach or manager. Parent/Guardian initial here: ______________ 2015-2016 required uniform provided by AZSC. 2 game jerseys, training t shirt, 1 pair of shorts & 1 pair of socks Additional uniform pieces can be purchased through Soccer.com *Uniform is on a two year cycle, 2014-2015 & 2015-2016 seasons. “As a member of the club, we realize that my child is part of more than just a team, but a member of an entire club that is committed to excellence in soccer education. Membership is a privilege, not a right, and as part of that membership we agree to commit to the club’s vision, mission and goals, and will contribute to its implementation and success.” “We agree with the conditions set forth in this document and pledge our full support in promoting the Thunder and Academy Programs, our team, and the ideals that have been established. Failure to adhere to these conditions set forth can result in the possible suspension or dismissal from the club.”
_________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature & Date (On behalf of household)
_________________________________________________ Player’s Signature & Date
_________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Printed Name
_________________________________________________ Player Printed Name
_________________________________________________ Name of Team:
AZSC Thunder P.R.I.D.E Passion~Respect~Integrity~Discipline~Exellence!
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used for club/team related communications. All team managers and AZSC staff are cleared through the Arizona Youth Soccer Association background screen process. INJURIES: AZSC takes injuries seriously. Should a player suffer an injury during the course of AZSC activity (such as practice and/or game), the player must seek appropriate medical attention and an incident report must be completed. As part of the Thunder program, participant accident insurance is obtained as supplemental coverage to defray medical costs. The player’s own medical insurance is still in primary position. Should coverage be needed, proper documents must be filed and submitted to the AYSA state office to submit a claim. Following the injury, players are required to obtain a written medical release to return to the team. Should an injury take place outside an AZSC sanctioned event (i.e. injured at home, playground accident, weekend event, car accident, etc.), proper medical attention should be obtained. If participation in the Thunder program could possibly impact any injury sustained by the player regardless of how it occurred, an AZSC official must be made aware of the injury. In these circumstances, the player must still obtain a written medical release to return to the team. COACHING: We understand that the team coach is responsible for demonstrating and leading the team by executing the vision, mission, goals, and philosophy of AZSC. We recognize and respect that the coach has the entire team to consider in making decisions and we may not always agree with those decisions. We understand that it is the player or parent’s responsibility to discuss problems with the coach. Immediately after a game may not be the best time to talk about these sensitive issues. If a parent/coach meeting is necessary, we agree the discussion will center on the player with constructive dialogue between everyone. Should all means be exhausted with the coach and the situation still goes unresolved, the parent may request a meeting with the Director of Coaching and/or AZSC Board President or Executive VP or VP of Thunder for resolution (the Board President does have the option of delegating the meeting to another Board member). Should a “team meeting” be called, it is MANDATORY that the DOC and, if possible, at least one Board of Directors member (outside of the team) be present for the meeting. It is also understood that it is possible coaching changes can be made at any time during the season. While AZSC tries very hard to keep these changes to an absolute minimum, sometimes they are unavoidable. A coaching change does not release your obligation to the terms of this agreement. FINANCIAL COMMITMENT & SUPPORT: We agree that by accepting the position offered, and completing these registration documents, we are obligated to pay the full AZSC Premier or Academy Premier Program membership fee (annual dues/uniform), even if we should later decide to leave Arizona Soccer Club’s Premier or Academy Premier Program before the end of the seasonal year REGARDLESS OF THE REASON. WE (PARENT/LEGAL GARDIAN’S) TAKE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY TO FULFILL OUR FINANCIAL OBLIGATION and our AZSC Premier or Academy Premier dues will NEVER BE WAIVED or REDUCED unless agreement is made in writing by the AZSC President, VP of Administration and Treasurer. Should a situation arise making it difficult to meet the billing arrangement, we (parent/legal guardian) will immediately contact the AZSC Office Administrator to discuss the possibility of a new payment arrangement. We will also take initiative and full responsibility to, if necessary, pursue possible AZSC financial assistance, outside sponsorships, AZSC work exchange programs, etc. to assist with membership fees. Failure to make payments as agreed will result in appropriate actions such as application of late fees, player sanctions (including suspension or dismissal from training sessions and games) or pursuit of AYSA Bad Standing Policy through the state. We understand the financial aspect of our commitment directly affects the planning, budgeting, and overall success of the Thunder and Academy Programs. Additionally, we understand that we are responsible for additional team fees above and beyond the club membership fees/dues, such as, tournament fees above and beyond the included tournaments, Head coach travel fees (i.e. room, transportation, gas, etc. controlled/verified by AZSC accountant) for tournaments over 150 miles away, individual player/family travel fees (i.e. room, transportation, food, etc.) voluntary team equipment needs, summer skills, camps or clinics or special referee and/or light fees (i.e. scrimmages, or other game costs, etc.). We Initials __________
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also understand team fees are shared by the entire team/families, even if we do not participate in a tournament or activity. Failure to contribute team fees may negatively impact the team’s ability to cover expenses. We understand it is our (parent’s) responsibility to contribute team funds in a timely manner to meet tournament/activity deadlines. We understand that AZSC will be enforcing a NO PAY, NO PRACTICE, NO PLAY policy. If your player’s account is not kept current, he/she WILL NOT BE ALLOWED to train with the team or play any games, tournaments, team activities, or scrimmages, until the account is made current. Loss of training time and/or playtime, and does not release us from our financial obligation. It is further understood and agreed to that if you selected the monthly PAY BY CHECK/CASH payment option at Registration, Thunder or Academy payments are due in the AZSC office, starting with a $200 deposit at registration & $200 installments due on July 15th & August 15th, 2015. If payment is not received in the AZSC office within 10 days of the payment due date, AZSC reserves the right to assess a $15 late fee each month. If you selected the monthly CREDIT CARD payment option at Registration, AZSC Premier or Academy Premier payments will automatically be charged to your credit card starting with a $200 deposit upon registration and $200 installments on July 15th & August 15th, 2015. It is the player/parent's responsibility to change/update credit card information in GotSoccer.com PRIOR to the 15th of the month if they wish to use a different card. Players/parents selecting the CREDIT CARD payment option will not be able to change to the check/cash payment option during the season. If your credit card is declined on the 15TH of the month, and payment is not received within 10 days of the due date, AZSC reserves the right to asses a $15 late fee each month. No refunds will be issued after JULY 1st, 2015 for any reason. The need to do fundraising is a necessity on every team and Thunder/Academy families will be required to participate and/or contribute throughout the year. We understand that players and/or the team may seek and receive donations, or will fundraise, to defray team/individual expenses and we realize that these funds will remain within AZSC. Should the player decide to leave the club, remaining funds will first pay any outstanding Thunder/Academy dues or team fees owed. The remaining funds, pending all AZSC fees are current, will then stay in the players team account for the team he/she participated in. If the player remains with the club, their player funds will remain in the team account for use or benefit the player/team for that season. VOLUNTEER HOURS: In order to provide the best possible experience for our players, AZSC relies on the participation and support of its families. Player/Parent understand that each family will be required to contribute a total of 8 (eight) volunteer hours to be completed anytime during the program year (May 1, 20115 – April 30, 2016). The family volunteer requirement is 6 hours regardless of how many players the family has in AZSC Premier or Academy Premier programs. An additional Mandatory requirement of 2 Service hours per family at Phoenix Desert Showcase, or $100.00 penalty will be assessed to player account. AZSC and CSA will do its best to provide volunteer opportunities in a variety of areas so that families may have a rewarding experience. AZSC reserves the right to assess a penalty of $21.00 per hour of volunteer service not completed.
GENERAL: We understand that we are being asked to give time, money and emotional support to the AZSC Premier and/or Academy Premier program. Our comments, suggestions and recommendations regarding our team/club are welcome, and our support and positive attitude is critical to the team/club concept.
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We understand that the final decisions regarding what is in the best interest of the players, families, team and club ultimately rests with AZSC leadership. In addition, we understand changes may be made to this agreement, with the approval of the AZSC President, in cases where it will be in the best interest of the players and club. NIKE UNIFORM ORDER: (all AZSC Premier and Academy Premier Players): It is understood that a uniform kit will be provided to your player and is based on two year cycle. Uniform ordering will take place in June and will be coordinated through your team coach or manager. Parent/Guardian initial here: ______________ 2015-2016 required uniform provided by AZSC. 2 game jerseys, training t shirt, 1 pair of shorts & 1 pair of socks Additional uniform pieces can be purchased through Soccer.com *Uniform is on a two year cycle, 2014-2015 & 2015-2016 seasons. “As a member of the club, we realize that my child is part of more than just a team, but a member of an entire club that is committed to excellence in soccer education. Membership is a privilege, not a right, and as part of that membership we agree to commit to the club’s vision, mission and goals, and will contribute to its implementation and success.” “We agree with the conditions set forth in this document and pledge our full support in promoting the Thunder and Academy Programs, our team, and the ideals that have been established. Failure to adhere to these conditions set forth can result in the possible suspension or dismissal from the club.”
_________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature & Date (On behalf of household)
_________________________________________________ Player’s Signature & Date
_________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Printed Name
_________________________________________________ Player Printed Name
_________________________________________________ Name of Team:
AZSC Thunder P.R.I.D.E Passion~Respect~Integrity~Discipline~Exellence!
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