EAST GRAND FORKS PARKS &
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
PLAYER/PARENT GUIDELINES
BASEBALL / SOFTBALL
I. Alcohol,
Drugs, Tobacco
The
A.
Rule
During the season of practice, play or rehearsal,
regardless of the quantity, a student shall not use, possess or be in the presence
of others who are consuming or are possessing a beverage containing alcohol;
use or have possession of tobacco; or use, consume or have in possession, buy,
sell or give away marijuana or any other substance defined by law as a drug; or
be in the presence of others who
are using or possessing marijuana or any other substance defined by law as a
drug. It is not a violation for a
student to be in possession of a legally defined drug prescribed for the
student’s own use by her/his doctor.
*Possession is defined as a student knowingly and
willingly possessing a beverage containing alcohol or having drugs or tobacco
on the student’s person.
** In the presence of is defined as a student
knowingly and willingly remaining in the presence of others who are consuming
or using alcohol, marijuana or drugs.
This shall include BUT not be limited to the following situations:
marijuana, drugs, liquor or beer in an automobile, at a private gathering of
students, attending a party at a bar, tavern nightclub, etc.
B. Penalties
1.
First Violation
After confirmation of the first violation, the student
shall lose eligibility for the next two (2) consecutive events or two (2) weeks
of a season in which the student is a participant, whichever is greater. No exception is permitted for a student who
becomes a participant in a treatment program.
2.
Second Violation
After confirmation of the second violation, the
student shall lose eligibility for (6) six weeks or (6) six events, whichever
is greater.
3.
Third or Subsequent Violation
After confirmation of the third violation, the student
shall lose eligibility for the next (12) twelve weeks or (12) twelve events, whichever
is greater.
* If after the third or subsequent violation, the
student on his/her violation becomes a participant in a chemical dependency
program or treatment program, the student may be certified for reinstatement in
Parks and Recreation activities after a minimum period of six (6) events or
six(6) weeks, whichever is greater.
4. Penalties
Penalties shall be accumulative beginning with and
throughout the student’s participation in the program. Any time not served will carry over to the
next season.
II. Player Conduct.
The way a player treats his/her teammates is an
integral part of being a successful team.
The
A.
Rule
During the season, the player shall show respect for
themselves and others at all times. This
includes, but not limited to, sportsmanship, hazing, racial/religious/sexual
harassment, stealing, foul
language, and lack of respect of anyone.
B.
Penalty
1. First
Violation
Minimum (1) one game or (1) week
2. Second
Violation
Minimum (3) three games or (3) three weeks
3. Third and
Subsequent Violations
Minimum (9) nine games or (9) weeks
It shall be the responsibility of the coach of the
particular activity to investigate and administer the disciplinary policy as
set forth above. The penalties listed
are minimum enforcements and additional penalties may be observed. In the event that it is the feeling of any
interested party that the action of the particular coach is not proper, said
party may request a hearing before the Parks and Recreation, who shall hear all
the facts and make a determination thereon.
III.
Parent Conduct
Unwarranted involvement of parent of participant or
spectator can result in suspension of parent/spectator from facilities or parks
for a minimum of one week.
Should this situation repeat, the participant may also
be suspended for a minimum of one week.
Before the participant can be readmitted to activities
following suspension, the parent or guardian must submit in writing a letter of
apology.
IV. Unexcused Absence
or Tardiness from practice or games.
A. Rule
To have a successful program the participants must be
at all practices and games. The skills needed to be successful are taught
at these times and attendance, attention, and being on time are crucial.
Events may occur throughout the year where the participant is not able
to attend scheduled events. In that
case, notification of the coach must occur prior to the scheduled event, either
in writing or verbal contact.
B. Penalty
1. First
Violation
Warning
2. Second
Violation
1/2 game Suspension
3. Third and
Subsequent Violations
Full Game Suspension