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CLUBONE is a non-profit Volleyball Club committed to providing student-athletes with the opportunity to   develop and enhance their individual and team skills by teaching good sportsmanship, teamwork and   competitiveness. 

 

OUR VISION is to be known as the Northern Colorado youth sports organization where:

·         Every player is significant and feels it.

·         Healthy competition is coached and encouraged.

·        Play is based on dedication, commitment and performance.  Skill level, position, attitude and work ethic will be the determining factors for evaluating playing time!

·         Integrity is part of every practice, game and success.

 

 

 

OUR MISSION is to create a fresh, fun, supportive and structured environment where student athletes can  advance individual skills and experience.

 

Club Membership

·         Club membership is open to any interested player.  All players have to be in good standing with RMR before participating in the club.  Positions on the club’s roster and on each team are earned through tryouts and competitive performances.  If a player commits to a team (verbal and/or written) and then switches to another club, that player will be suspended from ClubOne participation for the following club season.   A player’s playing time is based on practice performance, tournament performance, physical and competitive skills, work ethic, position and attitude.  The coaching staff will make decisions regarding starting positions and playing time.

 

Membership Costs/Payment Fees

·         Each athlete who participates in ClubOne will be required to adhere to the membership fee agreement. 

·         Practice and tournament participation will be denied to players with delinquent accounts, fee or travel, beginning the day after the final due date.  The player will not be eligible to continue participation in the club.  Future fundraising credits cannot be applied to the account to meet the payment schedule.

 

Season-ending injuries, dismissal from ClubOne or Voluntary Withdrawal from ClubOne

·         If a player has a season-ending injury, player/family will still be financially responsible for 90% of the remaining player fees due in addition to the $400 non-refundable travel deposit for traveling teams.  If a player is dismissed by ClubOne or voluntarily withdraws from ClubOne, that player/family is still financially responsible for all player fees and travel expenses ($400) for traveling teams.

 

ClubOne Mexican Dinner Fundraiser

·         ClubOne hosts a Club fundraiser each March to help raise money for the Club’s general operating expenses that are not passed on to players.  A percentage of the money collected is donated to the ClubOne Hardship Fund, to ensure its continued availability to families in need.  It is mandatory for each player to fully participate in the ClubOne Fundraiser.  Each player will be responsible for selling $60 worth of dinner tickets (with a maximum total of $100 per family, for families who have siblings that play for ClubOne).  Any monies raised over $60 per player (or $100 per sibling family) will be credited at 100%, directly to the player’s account.  All monies collected in excess of $60, to be applied to the players’ fundraising credits, MUST be received prior to the evening of the Mexican Dinner.  Walk-in guests will not be counted towards any player’s account.  Families may choose to pay the monetary fee of $60 in lieu of soliciting funds; however, the player must be present at the event to support her team and ClubOne.

 

Hardship Fund

·         ClubOne offers a Hardship Fund for our athletes who qualify.  Athlete’s grades must be in good standing with their Middle or High School.  Documents of current grades must be received with Hardship Fund application.  For more information see the ClubOne website.

 

ClubOne Membership Expectations & Policies

·         Players selected for ClubOne traveling teams must make ClubOne a priority for all scheduled competitions or out of state tournaments.  If a player commits to a ClubOne team and fails to attend a tournament, that player will still be financially responsible for their entire portion of tournament and travel costs.

·         Athletes will display responsible and appropriate behavior in all settings while representing ClubOne.

·         All athletes are expected to attend every practice.  Failure to notify the coach of absences may have an impact on the athlete’s playing time. Excessive tardiness at practices will not be tolerated.

·         Each coach determines playing time for all athletes.  There is no guarantee of equal playing time on any team or at any tournament.  Skill level, position, attitude and work ethic will be the determining factors for evaluating playing time!

·         Coaching decisions such as line-ups or subs are not decisions that coaches will defend.  Meetings between players and coaches will take place during mutually agreed upon times (not during practices or at tournaments).

·         Players may not leave a tournament site until excused by the coach.  The coach will determine if all officiating duties have been completed for the team before any player will be excused.

·         Parents and athletes will be responsible for transportation of athletes; ClubOne coaches will not transport players.

·         NO FOOD or SPORTS DRINKS are allowed in any of the practice gyms or tournament facilities.  The team will be penalized if players, parents or supporters violate this rule.

·         Players and Parents will accept the policies set forth by the RMR, USA Volleyball and ClubOne regarding the code of ethics and conduct for players/parents as stated in the RMR-USAV and ClubOne membership agreement.

·         Members of ClubOne shall participate at their own risk in practices, facility use and transportation to and from tournaments.

·         ClubOne shall not be liable for damages or injuries occurring during these events or traveling to and from the events.  Personal items lost, damaged or stolen during ClubOne activities shall be fully assumed by the individual and not by ClubOne.

·         The ClubOne Board of Directors and the Club Director have the right at any time during the season the terminate a player’s agreement if the player fails to comply with any of the polices set forth in the player agreement form or the player or parent conduct is determined to be improper or disruptive.

·         Any discussions, concerns or controversial matters must be addressed, during scheduled meetings with your coach.  These meetings are not to take place during practices or at tournaments.  This meeting should occur only after the athlete has previously addressed the problem.  The Club Director may be contacted following this protocol.

·         Practices maybe open to parents, but parents must remain on the sidelines and refrain from verbal input.  Coaches may elect to close all practices if this policy is not followed.

·         Complaints, gossiping and negativity “about this or that” result in team disruption.  Behavior of this nature may result in club dismissal.

·         A disciplinary process will consist of the following:

1.       Warning

2.      Suspension

3.       Expulsion

·         Any club member in violation of club policies will be handled between the Coach and Club Director.  Expulsions will require the involvement and approval of the Governing Board of Directors.

·         All coaches, players and parents are expected to read the CLUBONE Player/Parent Handbook.

 

ClubOne Grievance Policy

·         If a player has a concern regarding playing time, team rules, or team play, it is required that the player discuss the concern with the coach at a prearranged date and time.

·         No conferences will be allowed between parents & coaches prior to or following matches & tournaments.

 

ClubOne Grievance Procedures

·          All athletes are expected to address concerns such as playing time, coach expectations or policies by communicating with the coach first.

·         If not resolved: If the issue is not resolved to the satisfaction of the player and/or parent, please call the Director.

 

Practice Policies

·         Practices are scheduled for Monday-Saturday (some Sunday if needed).  Any practice schedule changes or gym conflicts that may occur will be pre-approved only with the consent of the Club Director.

·         Scheduled practice time is the starting time, not the time to arrive at the gym.  At the end of the scheduled practice time, all players, parents and staff should vacate the premises immediately once the site has been cleaned.

·         All players are expected to attend every practice and/or tournament.  If an athlete misses practice, her playing time may be affected.  Failure to do so may result in game suspensions or club dismissal.

·         If you must miss practice or a tournament for any reason, you must call your Coach prior to the scheduled practice or tournament.  Failure to do so may lead to disciplinary action or dismissal.

·         At least one parent must accompany players who choose to drive to tournaments.

·         Practice cancellations due to weather will not be determined until 5:00 pm. Cancellations will be posted on the ClubOne website and the Team Coordinator or Coach will notify you.

·         Multi-sport athletes are encouraged and supported as a CLUBONE MEMBER.  Accommodations are made but communication is critical.

 

Expectations of All Coaches

·         The Coach is ultimately responsible for the team and must be available for the players during all tournaments and practices.

·         The Coach may delegate some of his/her team’s activities to the team coordinator, if needed during tournaments.

·         Uses of profanity, alcohol, tobacco or bad sportsmanship are not to be displayed or tolerated.

·         The Coach has the right to initiate disciplinary measures if rules are broken, or if a player’s conduct is not acceptable.  The Coach may bench for a game, match, tournament, or make arrangements to send the player home at the player’s expense (if traveling).  The Coach will notify the Club Director and the player’s parents of the action.

·         Coaches must attend, organize, and conduct all practices.

·         Coaches must attend ALL ClubOne meetings.

·         Although equal playing time for each athlete is not guaranteed, we do guarantee opportunities for quality coaching and practices.

 

Responsibilities of the Coach

·         To provide adequate knowledge of the sport of volleyball.

·         To promote safety in all circumstances.

·         To be open when communicating with players, parents, or other individuals.

·         To provide discipline in a manner that is both fair and consistent.

·         To listen to the athlete’s needs and concerns.

·         To teach sportsmanship, teamwork, and competitiveness.

·         To provide athletes with the opportunity for personal growth in terms of cooperation, teamwork, decision-making skills, time management skills, and other aspects of being part of a team.

·         Only authorized & approved ClubOne coaches may have contact with players during ClubOne events, practices and tournaments.

·         To provide players and parents with a written and verbal evaluation of the players at least 2 times during the ClubOne season.

 

Extracurricular School Activities

·         ClubOne supports and understands the importance of student-athletes participating in school-related extracurricular activities.  However, we also expect our players to respect and honor the commitment the have made not only to the Club, but to their teammates as well.

 

Travel Teams and Travel Rules

·         All players will be responsible for travel fees (airfare, entry fees, hotel, meals, and coach’s expenses).  ClubOne will pre-determine the location of each team’s out-of-state tournament.  Out-of-state tournament player costs will be due in full to ClubOne one month prior to the tournament date.  ClubOne will not be responsible for nor make any travel arrangements for parents or other family members.

·         A decision to travel to an additional National Tournament must be pre-approved by the Club Director.

·         The Club Director will help coordinate all travel plans for the teams.

·         Two coaches are required for each team at all out of state tournaments. The Club Director will assign a traveling assistant coach if one is not available.  Team members shall absorb the expenses.

·         A non-refundable travel deposit of $400 will be due in full on February 1st, The remaining balance will be due on March 1st.

·         The team coordinator is needed for all out of state tournaments.  If he/she is not able to travel, the team will need a volunteer chaperone.

·         Room assignments will be arranged by the coach, prior to the departure date so players can decide what items can be shared.

·         ClubOne is not responsible for parent’s reservations.

·         Multiple/group and advanced ticket sales have many restrictions and cannot be changed without significant financial increases.

·         Athletes will obey all rules set forth by coaches and team chaperones.  This includes: curfews, bed times, meals, room assignments, and team meetings.  Violating travel policies may result in dismissal from the tournament at the player’s expense.

·         Coaches and athletes will stay in assigned hotel rooms and travel in team vans, if transport is required.  Outings, dinners or entertainment activities will involve all players and coaches.  Parents are responsible for their own transportation.

·         Athletes in possession of alcohol, tobacco or illegal drugs will be sent home immediately at parental expense.  Violation may result in club dismissal.

·         All rooms are blocked for phone service, room service and movies.

·         Age 13 Traveling teams will room 3 players to a room with 1 parent chaperone; 14-18 ages will room 3-4 players to a room; 12’s may room with parents.

·         Behavioral problems such as loudness, running in the hallways, hanging out in parking lots or causing damages to the hotel will not be tolerated and may lead to disciplinary action or dismissal.

·         Coaches and team coordinators need to know where players are at all times.  No player should ever leave the tournament site or hotel without permission.

·         Traveling and playing at a National tournament is a great experience.  Respect your teammates, opponents and all facilities.  Remember whining and complaining makes life miserable for everyone.

·         Hotel Damages: players/parents will be financially responsible and may be dismissed from ClubOne if damages occur.

 

Girls Junior National Championships (GJNC)

·         The goal of each ClubOne team is to qualify for the GJNC.  If a ClubOne team qualifies (tournament is typically toward the end of June), each player will be expected to:

1.       Attend practices during the months leading up to the event.

2.      Attend the tournament; this is not an optional tournament if your team qualifies.

3.       Accept the financial responsibility for attending the GJNC (player and coaches expenses).

4.      Travel with and room with their team.

 

Player/Tournament Checklist

·         Power tournament information/results can be found on the RMR website: rmrvolleyball.org (once a power has finished, it usually takes 3-4 days before the results & next locations are available).

·         No food, gum or sports drinks should ever be taken into practice site facilities or tournament sites and all sites should be cleaned and inspected before leaving.  At power tournaments, any team leaving their site dirty will be fined $100.00 by RMR.

·         Athletes should be at their assigned tournament playing sites by unless otherwise requested by their coach.

·         All team members are responsible for officiating duties during all tournaments and individual members are not allowed to leave until the entire team leaves.

·         During all tournaments, athletes and parents are expected to demonstrate good sportsmanship and be courteous towards all coaches, opponents, officials, and everyone associated with the tournaments at all times.  Parents are not allowed to sit on or near the team benches.

 

Volunteer Team Coordinator

·         Team Coordinators will be required to attend at least one practice per week.

·         Each team will need 1-2 Team Coordinators.

·         Team Coordinator serves as a direct link between Club Director and Coaches for all communications (practices, tournaments, schedule changes/conflicts, snow cancellations, publicity or tournament results).

·         Team Coordinator promotes and informs parents about fundraising opportunities as well as track and accept monies for team players – except for player fees.

·         Direct all communications from Club Director and Coach to assigned players and parents.

·         Organize team related functions, communicate community service projects, or team building opportunities.

·         Inform the team about tournament rules.

·         Schedule and conduct team parent meetings prior to any traveling tournament with information regarding team needs and issues.

·         Supervise players and assist coaches with any violation of club policies.

·         Be available to supervise players during off court time.

 

ClubOne Fundraisers

·         Individual fundraising opportunities will be offered to each and every ClubOne player to assist with Membership fees and/or out-of-state tournament travel.

When a family wishes to use fundraising credits towards player fees or travel costs, a Fundraising Credit Request form must be filled out and mailed to

P.O. Box 723 Brighton, CO 80601
or emailed to the ClubOne Treasurer (simone@clubonevolleyball.com).  Absolutely no requests will be taken over the phone or in person.  Credits must be posted to a player’s account before credits may be requested to be used towards fees or costs.  If a big fundraiser has taken place, it may take 1-2 weeks for the fundraising coordinator to get all credits calculated, so please be patient!

·         At no time will coaches accept any fundraising payments, player fees or travel payments!  All payments must be mailed to

P.O. Box 723 Brighton, CO 80601
.

 

Crisis Plan

·         All coaches will have available at every practice/tournament, emergency information on every player with parent directives.  The coaches will determine whether medical emergencies require ambulatory services.  Parents will be financially responsible for these services.

 

Board of Directors

·         ClubOne has a Board of Directors consisting of members that are non-paid volunteers whose primary function is to set policies and procedures for the organization, and provide direction for the Club’s Director.  ClubOne’s Board will meet once a month.

 

Board of Directors

Club Director                                     LaVerne Huston                                               970-302-9204

Treasurer                                             Simone Jones                                                    720-935-3153

Secretary                                             Christine Koon                                  970-396-3662

Board Member                  David Smith                                                       970-371-8555

Board Member                  Ken Garcia                                                          303-884-4149

Board Member                  Sean Hardy                                                         970-988-4063

 

 

Code of Conduct

Spectators

At ClubOne we would like to encourage good behavior as a spectator while attending all ClubOne Volleyball events.  The following is a list of some basic rules we would like you to consider.

·         Remain in the spectator area during games.

·         Do not make derogatory comments to coaches, officials, tournament directors or players of either team.

·         Do not drink alcohol at tournaments or come to a tournament having drunk too much.

·         Respect the integrity and judgment of the officials without taunting or approaching them between sets or at the end of the match.

·         Be in control of your emotions.

·         Respect the rights of others and treat the visiting team and their spectators courteously.

·         Abide by all applicable federal, state, and local laws while attending any match.

·         Cheer positively for your team, using socially acceptable language.

·         Follow the rules of the tournament.

·         Follow the rules of the facility, such as NO FOOD IN GYM, no coolers, chairs, or whatever the rules.

·         Use litter receptacles to properly dispose of trash.

·         Use only designated smoking areas that are clearly posted.

·         Applaud good performances be both teams.

·         Discourage all forms of violent behavior.

 

Parent Code of Conduct

·         Remain in the spectator area during games.

·         Do not advise the coach on how to coach.

·         Do not make derogatory comments to coaches, officials, tournament directors or player of either team.

·         Do not try to coach your child during the game.

·         Do not drink alcohol at tournaments or come to a tournament having drunk too much.

·         Cheer for your child’s team.

·         Show interest, enthusiasm, and support for your child.

·         Be in control of your emotions.

·         Help when asked by coaches or officials.

·         Thank coaches, officials, tournament directors, and other volunteers who conducted the event.

·         Know the rules.

·         Avoid conduct that is inappropriate as determined by comparison to normally accepted behavior.

·         Physical or verbal intimidation of any individual is unacceptable.

·         Follow the rules of the tournament, such as NO FOOD IN GYM, no coolers, chairs, or whatever the rules.

 

P is for praising, which your child needs often.

A is for accepting, so hard edges will soften.

R is for recognizing your child’s many talents.

E is for encouraging a good healthy balance.

N is for nurturing, to help your child grow.

T is for teaching, then letting go.

S is for smiling at the growth and the glow.