Privilege Not Right

As a member of Florida Athletic Academy, each player understands that participation is a privilege and not a right. As part of earning that privilege, and in order to maintain it, more is expected of each player than perhaps other players. Each player agrees to assume the responsibilities set forth in this contract and each parent to support its intent. The coaching staff and/or FAA reserves the right to revoke the privilege of any player to be a member of Florida Athletic Academy if the player does not exhibit appropriate conduct or otherwise fails to meet the obligations set forth in this contract.

Player Conduct

As a member of Florida Athletic Academy, each player represents and serves as a reflection of his coaches, his team, his family and his community and agrees to conduct themselves responsibly both on and off the court, to display sportsmanship on the court and to demonstrate concern for the rights, safety and welfare of others off the court. All Players agree to treat their coaches, teammates, competitors and referees with respect and courtesy. Behavior that shows disrespect toward other players, coaches, and referees, or demonstrates lack of self-control including the use of profanity will be subject to discipline. The coach will determine appropriate disciplinary actions. Should the behavior continue to be inappropriate, the coach may seek the removal of the player from the team subject to approval of the FAA Director [See Disciplinary Action Below].

Disciplinary Action

Any misconduct issues that may occur before during a game will be addressed by the FAA. Tardiness or unexcused absences for practice or games will be addressed by the coach. Here are the rules if a Technical foul is issued to a player during a game:

Warnings

• The first misconduct may result in player sitting out a quarter

• The second misconduct will result in player suspension for the next game.

• Three or more misconduct issue will result in a meeting with league officials and player with parents to discuss issue. Player will also be suspended for 2 games.

• Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated.

The Following Will Not Be Allowed In Practice Or Games

• No cursing

• No derogatory name calling or abusive language

• No fighting with team mates or other players

• No showing off. Play the game and save the "acts" for Theater class.

• No arguing in practice or during any game

• Do not talk back to the ref when you don't get the call (that's the coaching staff's job) Get back and play ball.

• Also no talking back to the coaches. If you have a problem, bring it up at the end of practice or the game.

• Don't get down on yourself. Instead learn from your mistakes

• Don't make fun on your team mates because he has difficulty understanding a play or completing a drill (you are there to help and Encourage each other not Discourage).

Attendance

Players should arrive half hour prior to scheduled game times unless otherwise instructed by the Coaching Staff and should be on time for practices. If a player is unable to attend a practice or Game due to illness, vacation, family emergency, school/religious education obligation, work, then it is the player's responsibility to notify the coach or assistant coach in advance if at all possible with the reason for absence.

Coaching Conduct & Contract

The Following Will Not Be Allowed In Practice Or Games

• No cursing

• No derogatory name calling or abusive language

• No fighting with team mates or other players

• No showing off. Play the game and save the "acts" for Theater class.

• No arguing in practice or during any game

• Do not talk back to the ref when you don't get the call (that's the coaching staff's job) Get back and play ball.

• Also no talking back to the coaches. If you have a problem, bring it up at the end of practice or the game.

• Don't get down on yourself. Instead learn from your mistakes

• Don't make fun on your team mates because he has difficulty understanding a play or completing a drill (you are there to help and Encourage each other not Discourage).

Commitment

During Basketball Season, Practices are structured by the coach to improve individual skills, build team strategies and develop the sense of team. Each coach devotes a substantial amount of time in the design and delivery of each practice. Each coach is committed to teach the players as much as they can about the game of basketball so that each player can become the best that they are capable of being. Players agree to work hard at all times in an effort to learn as much as they can, to improve their individual skills and contribute to success of the team. While all players should have fun, that is not the only goal of the Florida Athletic Academy. This is an advanced basketball experience that requires the commitment and dedication on the part of players, their families, and the coaches. The objective of the Florida Athletic Academy is to develop advanced basketball skills within a highly competitive environment, while at the same time learning the values of hard work, preparation and teamwork. Ultimately, we strive to develop players and teams that will one day be able to complete in the next level.

Classwork Comes First

Remember that this is a privilege, not a right that your parents/guardians have given you. Each player is expected to strive for academic as well as athletic excellence. A player's class work and performance in school take precedence over basketball. All players are expected to perform well academically, to complete their homework and studying first so as not to interfere with their commitment to basketball. Should the player be unable to attend practice to complete academic responsibilities, the parent should communicate this directly to the coach. While academics take priority, it is not acceptable to repeatedly miss practice due to school workloads. Should a player be unable to perform at an acceptable level academically and athletically, the player should withdraw from the team until such time as the academic performance improves. This is a parental decision; however, we encourage each parent to closely monitor their son/daughters academic performance.

Playing Time

We encourage coaches to give all of their players as much playing time as possible to help in the development of their basketball skills. However, we do understand that not all players will play the entire game; still coaches are required to play each of their players. A minimum of 10 minutes a game. If this rule is not followed, the FAA will reserve the right to follow any complaints with the coach and take disciplinary actions.

Parents

Parents understand that they too represent our team, community and basketball program. Parents agree to encourage and cheer for the team in a positive fashion during the game and to refrain from rude or obnoxious behavior or comments toward the opposing team and officials. Parents should never confront referees or other game personnel -- that is solely the province of the coaching staff. Parents should respect and support the decisions of the coach.

Problems and Conflicts

If a Parent or player has any problem with a FAA staff member, coach or other team related matter, the parent or child should FIRST speak directly with the head coach. If the parent or player is unable to do so or is unsuccessful in doing so, then the next line of communication is with the FAA Director or President. All issues should be addressed in an appropriate manner bearing in mind that the expertise and judgment of the coaching should be respected particularly when it comes to positions and playing time.

All athletes, coaches and parents and/or legal guardian participating in the FAA Basketball League agree to abide by the rules of the FAA Basketball League which are posted at http://www.floridaathleticacademy.org/code_of_conduct.php and by the rules and regulations set forth in this document.