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BALLR ACADEMY INFORMATION

RULES & GUIDELINES

Upon registering with Baller Academy, parents and players commit to a set of guidelines and expectations designed to ensure a positive and respectful environment within the club. These guidelines are as follows:

  1. Zero Tolerance for Abuse and Violence: Baller Academy maintains a strict policy against any form of abuse or violence. Players and parents must adhere to this policy, understanding that any violation will result in disciplinary action.

  2. Respect for Venue Property: Players are expected to respect the property of venues where they train or compete. Should any damages occur, players will be held responsible and required to cover the associated costs.

  3. Non-Interference with Coaching Decisions: Parents are asked not to interfere with coaching decisions or team discipline. Coaches are entrusted to make decisions in the best interest of the team's development and success.

  4. Supportive Spectatorship: During games, parents and supporters are encouraged to offer positive encouragement from a respectful distance away from the team bench, fostering an environment of support and motivation.

  5. High Standard of Behavior: Baller Academy expects all players, parents, and supporters to uphold a high standard of behavior both on and off the court. This includes respectful conduct towards referees, coaches, opposing teams, and fellow club members.

  6. Active Participation and Contribution: Parents are encouraged to actively participate in the running of the team and various club activities. This may include volunteering for roles such as team manager, assisting with fundraising efforts, or supporting club events.

  7. Conflict Resolution Protocol: In the event of disputes or unresolved issues, a formal process involving written communication with the Administrator will be initiated. A disputes committee may be appointed to mediate and resolve conflicts, with their decision being final and binding.

  8. Financial Obligations: Players and parents are responsible for all fees and associated expenses related to participating in Baller Academy programs. Registration fees are non-refundable, and parents are required to guarantee payment of all expenses incurred by their child to the club.

  9. Adherence to Basketball Victoria's Codes of Conduct: Players and parents must comply with the codes of conduct set forth by Basketball Victoria, ensuring fair play, sportsmanship, and respect for all participants.

  10. Training and Match Commitments: As part of a representative basketball club, players are expected to attend scheduled training sessions, matches, and tournaments as outlined by Baller Academy.

  11. Consent for Communication and Media: Unless otherwise specified in writing, parents and players consent to the distribution of contact information among team members and agree to be photographed or videoed during training sessions or games.

For further details on our privacy policy, please refer to Basketball Victoria's Privacy policy, accessible on their website.

POLICIES & PROCEEDURES

UPDATED LEGISLATION: http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au/toolkit/toolkit+for+organisations

POLICY DOCUMENT: WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECKS (WWCC)

The aim of our association’s policy is to comply with both the new laws regarding working with children and also with Basketball Victoria’s interpretation of these laws.

To this end, we will require each coach and manager of a team to obtain a valid Working with Children Check. This applies to every coach and manager, from the beginning of 2009. A team will not be registered or permitted to play without these checks.

Exemptions that are acceptable are coaches who are under 18 years of age, police and registered teachers. Proof of age (or underage), police identity and Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration card, in the form of a photocopy, will be required instead.

Apply for a Working with Children Check at your local post office. This is free for volunteers.

As an Affiliate Member of Basketball Victoria, we are required to ensure that the Annual Basketball Victoria Statutory Declaration form is completed as well as the Working With Children Check.

Both these documents are required even if your child is in the team you are coaching or managing. This is a Basketball Victoria directive that must be complied with and is in addition to the WWCC regulation.