PARENT / FAMILY CONTRACT AGREEMENT

  1. While representing Mid-Michigan ACES Volleyball Club, all athletes, coaches, parents and fans are expected to behave in a responsible and respectable manner toward opponents, referees, spectators and facilities. Athletes will wear their Mid-Michigan ACES volleyball gear to practices and tournaments.
  2. Any athlete with a delinquent account during the current session will be denied the privilege of participating in a tournament and/or be asked to sit out at practices until the account is paid OR arrangements are made with the club director. 
  3. All athletes are expected to attend every practice and tournament. Illness serious enough to keep the athlete home from school, family emergencies, or required involvement in a school sponsored activity should be communicated to the coach as soon as possible. 
  4. Good sportsmanship is expected for all members of the club at all times, including athletes, coaches, parents, and spectators. This also means treating fans from opposing teams, parents, and officials with respect. Facility rules and regulations are to be followed at all times by athletes, spectators, and coaches. 
  5. Expected spectator behavior includes but is not limited to:
  6. Encouraging coaches and athletes. Please do not sideline coach during a match.
  7. Treat athletes, officials, and coaches with respect. 
  8. Parents should monitor their athlete’s medical needs and report any concerns.
  9. Parents are expected to provide transportation for their athlete to and from practice and tournament sites. If an athlete cannot be at a tournament, the athlete is expected to notify the coach as soon as the athlete knows they will be absent. Unfortunately, coaches cannot assist with athlete transportation.
  10. Athletes are not to leave the tournament site until dismissed by the coach. Athletes are expected to remain with their team through the completion of the team’s working assignment.
  11.  Athletes and parents understand that the coaching staff will provide guidance to each athlete, but it is the athlete’s responsibility to work hard each day to improve their skills.