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Varsity All individuals interested in playing summer football who are ages 19 and under as of
June 1st, midnight of the playing year must register with the Storm Varsity team. Junior Varsity All individuals interested in playing summer football who are ages 16 and under as of May 31st, midnight of the playing year can register with the Storm Junior Varsity team. A player maybe asked to play on the Varsity team if the Junior and Varsity coaching staffs, the player's parents, and the player agrees that this move would benefit and enhance the player's abilities and football experience. Peewee All individuals interested in playing summer football who are ages 14 and under as of May 31st, midnight of the playing year can register with the Storm Peewee team. A player maybe asked to play on the Junior Varsity team if the Peewee and Junior Varsity coaching staffs, the player's parents, and the player agrees that this move would benefit and enhance the player's abilities and football experience. Registration ($550) Tryout, Training Fee & Player fee Before a player qualifies for membership and is able to receive equipment and is allowed to practice, each must submit: Offsetting Players Registration Membership Fee i) Request for Sponsorship sheet will be available to players. This will help the players obtain sponsorship to offset their player fee. We will be preparing a team program for distribution at home games. A player can obtain a standard sponsorship, Donation, or pledge (Sponsorship Section) which totals to or exceeds $800.00. This sponsorship costs $800. If a player acquires such a sponsorship, the York Simcoe Storm Football Club will refund the full registration of the player's fee to that player. Additional information can be obtained from our web site or York Simcoe Storm Management. Due to the time frame and nature of the league fees, there will be no refunds
after equipment handouts. Please make sure you want to play summer football prior to accepting membership. Equipment Distribution ($500 security deposit) Equipment Return Equipment Return Date is: First Monday after the Championship Game (Time & Place to be Determined)Any player that is dismissed from the team must return equipment within five (5) days of dismissal. All other players must return all York Simcoe Storm property, equipment and uniforms on the date provided above and no later. When equipment is returned at the return date in good clean condition, the $500 deposit will be returned at that time. If equipment is not returned (by the date above) or if the equipment is lost or damaged your $500 security deposit will be processed as damages and actions taken to recover the equipment (see Equipment Loan Contract). If equipment is returned after the return date and the security deposit has been deposited then a 10% ($50) surcharge will apply.
Player Conduct General Physical Abuse - Any physical abuse of staff, management or team-mates of the York Simcoe Storm will result in an immediate suspension, with a review as to the extent of suspension or possible dismissal from the team. Alcohol/Drugs There will be no tolerance for drugs or alcohol on this team. Any player under the influence of drugs or alcohol during practice or a game will be immediately suspended. The situation will be reviewed for possible suspension and/or termination from the team. Theft Any player found with other players belongings, equipment or uniform without that players consent will be suspended from the team, with a review as to the extent of suspension or possible dismissal from the team. Appeals/Grievances Any player who feels he has a legitimate grievance will approach his position coach first, then the head coach. If the grievance has not bin settled to the player's satisfaction then a meeting with York Simcoe Storm management will take place. Players are asked to approach the coaches in a respectful manner outside of game time. Players are asked not to complain to team-mates during games, this distracts others. All suspensions or dismissals can be appealed. A committee of three, from York Simcoe Storm staff, coaches and/or management will be set up to hear the players appeal headed by the President of the organization.
Equipment Following insurance, league and team rules all equipment provided must be worn during all practices. Some practices will include sprints, drills etc. where it is not necessary for all equipment to be worn. These activities will be at the coach's discretion. No alterations of equipment will take place without the knowledge of York Simcoe Storm Staff. No bandana's or sweatbands are to be worn under helmets. Players must not wear any game jersey during practice. All equipment must be washed and cleaned prior to games and practices.
No bandanas or sweatbands are to be worn under helmets. Any violations of equipment policy will result in removal from practice. Game Film Although every effort is made to ensure game film has been taken of each game, it is not guaranteed. Any player that wants to have a copy of a game can purchase a DVD for $10 per DVD. Trainers Tape Players requesting taping outside the mandate of the trainer must purchase tape rolls at $4.00 per roll. The player is responsible for any tape remaining on that role they purchased. Away Games Transportation Bus pickup for this year will be at NEWMARKET HIGH SCHOOL. All players are to arrive at the school no later than 30 minutes prior to bus departure time. Any players that are late will not start and playing time will be limited at the discretion of the coaching staff. The bus will leave on time. Any player not on the bus will not attend the game. All players must travel with team on bus to the game. In some cases, due to numbers other arrangements will be made by York Simcoe Storm staff to get players to a game. Players may obtain their own way home, from a game, only after confirming with the Head Coach. Prior to departure the parent or guardian must verify, with the head coach, that they will be taking responsibility for the player returning home in writing. Home Games All players must arrive at the designated meeting time (usually 90 minutes prior to game). Players with unexcused lateness will have playing time limited at the discretion of the coaching staff. Any players with conflicts must see the head coach prior to game and make proper arrangements. Game Discipline Any lack of discipline such as; fighting, challenging opponents bench, verbal abuse of referees, verbal abuse of team-mates or opponents, challenging or disrespect of coaching staff, administration or training staff will result in playing time being limited at the discretion of the coaching staff. Any continued lack of discipline will result in suspension or dismissal from the team. Playing Time The player membership fee does not guarantee playing time. The coaching staff puts a great deal of effort forth to utilize all of our players. Players may be a part of the game via, offence, defense, kick off, kick return, punt, punt return, field goal, field goal return and extra point teams. Depending on the flow of the game some of these teams may see limited action on the field. If a player has a grievance about playing time they are to approach the coaching staff as laid out in the grievance/appeals section.
Lateness All players late for practice will be subject to penalties set out by the coaching staff. Persistent lateness will result in a reduction of playing privileges or dismissal from the team. Missed Practice Players must attend all practices to qualify to start and/or play in following game. All players that miss practice or have been removed from practice will have playing time limited at the discretion of the coaching staff. Unexcused Absence - One unexcused absence will result in limited playing time. Player must advise unit coach of planned absence. Third party reporting will not be accepted. Excused Absence - Injuries are not an acceptable excused absence. Players who have been injured are expected at practices to observe new plays and strategies. Players who must miss practice must report to position coach prior to practice. Third party reporting will not be accepted. Prolonged absences - Any continued absences will result in suspension or dismissal from the team.
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