Diamond Peak Ski Team Code of Conduct
In order to participate in any program of the Diamond Peak Ski Team, it is the responsibility of each athlete to meet the following requirements:
● Review, understand, sign and abide by the Code of Conduct
● Review and understand the DPST Discipline Plan as outlined in the Code of Conduct.
● Abide by the National Ski Area Association Skier’s Responsibility Code.
● Be prepared for each training session, including maintenance of all personal ski equipment.
● Support and maintain the Mission Vision and Values of Diamond Peak Ski Education Foundation
In order for an athlete to participate in any program of the Diamond Peak Ski Team, it is the responsibility of his or her parents to meet the following requirements:
● Honor the Volunteer Policy and pay tuition and fees when due.
● Reimburse DPST for racer’s costs of racing and travel (if applicable) on a timely basis.
● Make sure your child (if applicable) has suitable travel and lodging arrangements.
● Review, understand, sign, and abide by the Code of Conduct.
DPST members, including athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers will conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner, and are responsible for actions in competitions, going to and from competitions, and while at areas hosting competitions as well as at our home ski area. Members are also responsible for knowledge of competition rules and procedures. Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in disqualification from an event and participation in future events.
DPST athletes will show respect for competition officials, ski area employees, facilities, property, operating procedures, and the skiing and snowboarding public. DPST athletes will exhibit courtesy and good manners, responsible behavior, and mature conduct and not use profane or abusive language. Our athletes will obey “Closed Area” signs. DPST athletes will abstain from illegal use of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco. Our members will demonstrate their respect for their sport and others by attending awards ceremonies and receptions whenever appropriate.
This Code of Conduct parallels the USSA Code of Conduct and applies to all athletes, coaches, parents, and officials of the Diamond Peak Ski Team. Courteous, respectful, responsible, ethical, and sportsmanlike conduct is always expected from all team members, whether at home or at away races – on and off all ski mountains.
Code of Conduct violations include, but are not limited to:
● Unsafe behavior could threaten the safety of anyone at the ski area. Example: Reckless skiing or jumping, bouncing on or jumping from ski lifts, spearing with poles, throwing equipment.
● Willful defiance - continued backtalk to coaches, race officials, and volunteers.
● Breaking travel curfew rules as set forth by coach, guardian, or chaperones.
● Profanity in any form at any time.
● Illegal use of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco.
DPST Discipline Plan
1st Violation: Verbal warnings may be given prior to written violations to provide time for voluntary corrective action. If unsuccessful, a written warning detailing the problem and the next step of action to be taken will be sent to parents. Skiers can return to team activities only after the coach and parents communicate and the written warning is signed by parents and returned to the coach.
2nd Violation: Written notice of continuing problem sent to parents and simultaneously skier will be suspended from all team activities until coach, skier, and parent meet, or at minimum, coach and parent discuss a solution to a continuing problem.
3rd Violation: Indefinite suspension from team activities and return of loaned equipment. Coach and parent communicate and determine the final action plan for the skier including whether or not the skier will continue to be a member of the Diamond Peak Ski Team. If an athlete is removed from the team, registration and volunteer fees will not be refunded.
Depending on the seriousness of the violation, the penalty for the first violation may be escalated by the Program Director or the Board of Directors to either 2nd or 3rd violation consequences.
Actions taken on the policies of the Diamond Peak Ski Team are subject to coaches’ discretion and can be appealed to by parents and skiers. An appeal requires a meeting with the involved coach, team manager, parent, and skier.
I have read and understood the DPST Code of Conduct. I acknowledge receipt of a copy of the above and agree to abide by the rules and policies set forth.
