As a parent or guardian of a Pacific Coast Shockwaves athlete, I understand that my attitude and behavior directly impact my child’s experience and the overall team environment. I agree to uphold the following standards:
🏅 Support for My Child
I will celebrate my child’s opportunity to grow through sport—physically, mentally, and socially.
I will trust in my child’s ability to have fun, perform, and pursue excellence on their own terms.
I will help my child learn valuable lessons from both victories and setbacks, including personal achievements and mistakes.
🤝 Respect for Others
I will respect my child’s teammates, fellow parents, coaches, and athletes from opposing teams.
I will applaud positive accomplishments—whether by my child, their teammates, opponents, or officials.
I will support my child’s coach and appreciate their efforts to guide and develop all athletes.
🗣️ Conduct at Practices and Meets
I will not coach or instruct from the sidelines unless invited to do so by the coaching staff.
I will ensure my child attends all scheduled practices and meets. If attendance is not possible, I will notify the coach at least 48 hours in advance or sooner, based on event deadlines.
I will respect all facilities and equipment provided for my child’s participation.
I will refrain from using profanity or engaging in disruptive behavior at any Pacific Coast Shockwaves event.
📣 Communication and Team Unity
I will not discuss team matters outside of official track meetings. No exceptions.
I will respect the authority of officials and the decisions made during competition.
I will never engage in verbal abuse, intimidation, or aggressive behavior.
I will report any misconduct by coaches, athletes, parents, or officials through appropriate channels so it can be addressed constructively.
📋 Team Commitment
I will follow all policies and procedures set forth by the Pacific Coast Shockwaves.
I will respect the coaching staff’s decisions regarding relay team selections, understanding they have full discretion to make changes in the best interest of the team.
I will volunteer at all Pacific Coast Shockwaves-hosted meets.
I will participate in fundraising efforts to support the team and my athlete(s), as required.
Acknowledgment
By signing this Code of Conduct, I commit to fostering a positive, respectful, and athlete-centered environment. I understand that failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in disciplinary action, including suspension from team activities.