HYCAT Handbook: Athlete Code of Conduct

As a member of the UC Aquatic Team "Competitive Team Program," you are expected to live up 
to a "higher" standard of conduct than a non-member of the HYCAT "Competitive Team Program."  
Representing the UC Aquatic Team Swimming Program is both a privilege and a responsibility.  
Actions taken by a UC Aquatic Team swimmer, parent or coach reflect upon their fellow 
swimmers, parents and coaches and the entire UC Aquatic Team Program. 

The failure of any member of the HYCAT Program to live up to these "higher" standards of 
conduct can result in that person being dismissed and/or suspended from the Swimming Program 
subject to the "final" approval of the HYCAT Board of Direc-tors. 

Actions which may be cause for suspension and/or dismissal, but not limited to, would 
include excessive unexcused absence from practices; practice and/or facility misconduct or 
abuse; the use and/or abuse of non-prescription drugs; smok-ing; drinking of alcoholic 
beverages; profanity; dishonesty; criminal charges; and any other actions which may tend to 
discredit the UC Aquatic Team Swimming Program. 

An appeal to the HYCAT Board of Directors for "final action" is the person's responsibility.  
The appeal must be written and addressed to: HYCAT President; HYCAT Board of Directors; 2300 
MacCorkle Ave, SE: Charleston, WV   25304.  A meeting must take place within 15 days upon 
receipt of the written appeal. 

As a member of one of the HYCAT "Competitive Programs" during the 2000-2001 Swimming Season 
{Comp 1/2/3 Teams}, I have read and understand the HYCAT "Athlete Code of Conduct" as 
outlined above and on the reverse side of this paper.  I agree to adhere to this "Code of 
Conduct" to the best my ability while a member of the HYCAT Program. 



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Swimmer's Signature                          Date



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Parent / Guardian Signature                  Date

SIGN & RETURN TO THE HYCAT SWIMMING OFFICE WITHIN TEN (10) DAYS OF
JOINING ONE OF THE HYCAT COMPETITIVE TEAM PROGRAMS = THANK YOU!!!

The undersigned swimmer, a member of the UC Aquatic Team {HYCAT}, agrees to abide by the 
standards of conduct as outlined below.  Additional standards {policies; rules and/or 
regulations} may be established by the HYCAT Coaching Staff as specific situations 
arise/demand: 

[ 1] Will comply with ALL uniform requirements as established by the HYCAT 
     Coaching Staff 
[ 2] Will adhere to ALL established curfew and/or "lights out" times 
[ 3] The use, abuse or possession of alcohol, tobacco or any non-prescription
     drugs is strictly prohibited 
[ 4] Attendance at ALL team meetings; competitions and training sessions at the 
     discretion of the HYCAT Coaching Staff 
[ 5] All swimmers are expected to follow and adhere to ALL directions of the 
     HYCAT Coaching Staff and/or HYCAT designated chaperons 
[ 6] To ensure the propriety of the athletes, and to protect the HYCAT Staff and 
     Program, there will be NO male swimmers in female swimmers' rooms and NO 
     female swimmers in male swimmer's rooms. If at all possible, a "team room"
     will be provided for relaxation and recreation as designated by the HYCAT 
     Head Coach. 
[ 7] HYCAT swimmers and Staff will refrain from any illegal and/or inappropriate
     behavior that would detract from the "positive" image of the UC Aquatic 
     Team; or be detrimental to the club's performance objectives/goals 
[ 8] HYCAT swimmers and Staff will display proper respect and sportsmanship 
     towards ALL Swim Team Coaches; Meet Officials; Meet Administrators; fellow 
     swimmers and the general public at ALL times 
[ 9] Any additional guidelines for the HYCAT Program will be established as 
     needed/required/necessary by the HYCAT Coaching Staff 
[10] Failure to comply with this "Code of Conduct" may result in, but not 
     necessarily be limited to, the following actions: 
A) the swimmer not permitted to participate in some or all team activities, 
   including competition in the meet or related meet activities; AND/OR
B) swimmer sent home, and in this case, the swimmer/swimmer's parents 
   assume all/full responsibility for the return of HYCAT Travel Assistance 
   Program expenses, including any expenses that may be incurred by the 
   HYCAT Coaching Staff; and agrees to reimburse the HYCAT Program for 
   expenses that may arise.  

        Additionally, the swimmer/swimmer's parents agree to reimburse the HYCAT 
        Program for the transportation expenses and other related expenses. 

[11] If the swimmer has knowledge of any violation of the HYCAT "Code of Con-  
     duct," the swimmer has 24 hours to report the violation to the HYCAT Head 
     Coach OR the swimmer will be considered as equal partner relative to the 
     violations that have, or will, occur. 
[12] Upon notification of any violation of the "Code of Conduct," a Review 
     Committee, consisting of the HYCAT Head Coach, both HYCAT Swimmer 
     Representatives; HYCAT Board President and two (2) additional HYCAT Board 
     members shall promptly investigate the circumstances of the violation(s), 
     shall notify the swimmer(s) involved with the violation(s) of the time & 
     place for a hearing, and shall conduct an informal hearing on the evidence.  
     The Review Committee shall then promptly determine the disciplinary action, 
     if any, to be taken.                     

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