Code of Conduct

CODE OF CONDUCT

The Masters Code of Conduct protects the team’s reputation in the community and athletes should consider it their responsibility to abide by the Code of Conduct and report any behaviour which does not adhere to the Code of Conduct to the coach.

Any Thunder Rays Master swimming athlete not abiding by the Code of Conduct will be asked to change or to stop the behaviour. If the athlete fails to comply, they will be asked to leave temporarily or permanently.

The Masters Code of Conduct Includes:

1. Treating all facilities, facility staff, coaches and teammates with respect at all times (including in the change rooms and off deck areas).

2. Maintaining high standards of behaviour, politeness and sportsmanship at all times.

3. Being respectful of property. The cost of repair and/or replacement of any damage or destruction, negligently or intentionally caused by an athlete to property will be payable by the athlete.

4. Behaving in a reasonable and acceptable manner as outlined by the coach and the executive. Examples of unacceptable behaviour during swim meets, practices and/or team functions include but are not limited to:

a. Unsportsmanlike and disrespectful conduct

b. Wilful damage to property; and

c. Committing any illegal act

5. Foul, threatening or abusive language in any form (written, verbal or otherwise) that is directed at another Masters member will not be tolerated and will result in the Thunder Rays membership being rescinded immediately (still be a member of MSO and MSC, but no longer associated with the Thunder Rays).

Appropriate behaviour allows everyone the right to learn, to be safe, and to be treated with respect, courtesy and consideration. Consequently, appropriate behaviour with Thunder Rays Masters is mandatory. Each person must take responsibility for his/her behaviour and make appropriate choices.

Members are required to read the Code of Conduct and agree to abide by it. The Executive holds the final word on any rules, regulations, or disciplinary action.