CREEKS TRACK & FIELD TEAM DISCIPLINARY POLICY
POLICY OVERVIEW
This policy sets expectations for Creek’s track athletes, focusing on attendance, behavior, and sportsmanship to foster a positive, respectful, and committed team environment. It ensures fair treatment and promotes teamwork, discipline, and respect.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
Commitment:
Athletes are encouraged to attend all practices. Absences from practice may negatively affect an athlete's performance or standing in the event and could prompt a review of their spot on the team.
Behavior:
Athletes must always maintain appropriate conduct. Misconduct may result in disciplinary action as outlined in this policy.
RESPECT AND SPORTSMANSHIP
Policy Statement:
Athletes must respect teammates, coaches, and opponents. Disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated.
Expectations:
Treat everyone with respect and kindness. Display good sportsmanship, win or lose. Bullying, name-calling, arguing, or disobedience are prohibited.
| First Offense | Verbal warning and notification to the athlete’s parents/guardians. |
| Second Offense | An apology and removal of practice privileges for one day. |
| Third Offense | Meeting with the athlete, parents/guardians, and coaching staff to discuss further actions in needed. |
ATTENDANCE AT TRACK MEETS
Policy Statement:
Athletes are encouraged to attend and participate in track meets. Regular participation is key to team success and individual growth. Absences or non-participation without valid reasons harm both team dynamics and the athlete’s progress.
Expectations:
· Once signed up for a track meet, athletes are encouraged to show up and compete in their designated events.
· Athletes are encouraged to inform the Administrator or Coach at least 48 hours in advance after signing up for a track meet if they cannot attend a track meet due to illness, family emergency, or any other reason.
REVIEW AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
This policy will be reviewed at the beginning of each season, and all athletes, along with their parents/guardians, will be required to acknowledge their understanding and commitment to the guidelines.
Acknowledgment:
By participating in the Creeks Track Program, both the athlete and their parents/guardians agree to adhere to this disciplinary policy.
Athlete’s Name: /s/ ___________________________
Parent/Guardian’s Name: /s/ ___________________________
Date: ___________________________