TEAM CODE OF CONDUCT

PAC provides quality programs that build self-confidence, self-discipline, motivation, integrity, and courage for life. We aspire to create a safe, competitive, and friendly environment for our swimmers, divers and parents.

Parent Code of Conduct Pledge
I shall set an example of sportsmanship for my children to follow.
I recognize that I am my child’s most important teacher.
I recognize that my behavior at a meet can negatively influence my child’s development as a swimmer/diver.
I will leave the coaching to the coaches.
I will be aware of consequences and sanctions involving poor behavior, and I will not be an example of how they work.
I will remember that swimming/diving is supposed to be fun.

Swimmer/Diver Code of Conduct Pledge
I will not taunt, berate, or intimidate any of my teammates or competitors.
I will shake hands with my competitor after my event.
I will support my teammates.
I will understand that the officials and meet workers are volunteering their time so I can swim.
I will remember that swimming/diving is supposed to be fun.

Spectator Safety -This rule will be strictly enforced.
Persons not working a meet or competing for the Club will not be permitted on deck. At the Medill Bair Sports Complex Pool, rest rooms are available in the hallway behind the bleachers. Food/beverage sales will also take place in that hallway.

Spectator Behavior at Meets
Verbal or physical aggression expressed toward an athlete, coach, official, parent, volunteer or spectator will not be tolerated.

Enforcement
Enforcement of this Code of Conduct will be the duty of the League Representative, Meet Director and coaches.
Incidents will be reported to the Head Coach, who will bring the matter to the Members of the Board of Directors.

Consequences
First Incident: Action taken by the Club can range from a written warning to and including removal from the meet and/or suspension from the Team.
Second Incident: Expulsion from the meet and Team.

It’s for the Kids
Meets are a high-stress spectator sport, and getting caught up in it is one of its pleasures. Please remember that we are role models to our children, and proper behavior in the stands and on deck is a way to demonstrate good sportsmanship.

Note from the PAC President
This Code, approved by your Board of Directors, establishes good sportsmanship and safety of our swimmers, divers, coaches and volunteers as a way we will conduct our Team. I hope you will discuss this Code with your athletes.

We are all accountable for our behavior.