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USA
VOLLEYBALL PARTICIPANT CODE OF CONDUCT
In consideration of the rights granted to me by my membership
with the Regional Volleyball Association (RVA), a USA Volleyball (USAV) RVA
member, I consent to abide by the rules of conduct set forth herein, while I
am a member of the RVA. I understand that these rules extend to my conduct
in activities related to, and during any USAV/RVA sanctioned event in which
I participate. This includes all events or activities sanctioned or
sponsored by the RVAs or the USAV, practices, travel to and from events,
volleyball camps, playersí clinics and officials' clinics. I also
understand that if I violate any of the following rules, I might be subject
to whatever disciplinary action is deemed appropriate by the authorized
person, persons, boards or committees of the RVAs or USA Volleyball.
THE
FOLLOWING ACTIONS ARE PROHIBITED:
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Illegal transport, illegal possession, or
illegal use of drugs or other substances banned by the RVA or USAV.
(NOTE: Disciplinary actions for use of banned substances shall be in
accordance with USAV Drug Policy Program.)
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Use of a recognized identification card by
anyone other than the individual described on the card.
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Physical damage to a facility or theft of
items from a room, dormitory, residence or other person. (Restitution will
be a part of any penalty imposed.)
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Possession of fireworks, ammunition, firearms,
other weapons or any item or material which by commonly accepted practices
and principles would be a hazard or harmful to other persons.
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Any action considered to be an offense under
Federal, State or local laws/ordinances.
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Violation of the specific policies,
regulations, and/or procedures of the RVA, USAV or the facility used in
conjunction with a sanctioned event. (It is the responsibility of the
individual to be familiar with applicable specific policies, regulations
and procedures.)
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Conduct which is inappropriate as determined
by comparison to normally accepted behavior.
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Physical or verbal intimidation of any
individual.
USA VOLLEYBALL DISCIPLINARY POLICY
Infraction
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When Occurred |
Suggested Maximum
Penalty** |
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First |
Before or during event
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Individual disqualified immediately (if person is a junior she/he will
be sent home as soon as possible and parent or guardian notified). The
individual will be declared ineligible for RVA membership or USAV
registration for one year starting from the date of the infraction. |
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After event concludes |
Individual will be declared ineligible for RVA membership or USAV
registration for one year starting from the date of the infraction. |
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Second |
Before or during event |
Individual disqualified immediately (if person is a junior she/he will
be sent home as soon as possible and parent or guardian notified). The
individual will be declared ineligible for RVA membership or USAV
registration for two years starting from the date of the infraction. |
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After event concludes |
Individual will be declared ineligible for RVA membership or USAV
registration for two years starting from the date of the infraction. |
Third
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