club ohio policies

Acceptance of this offer will certify that you have read, understood the depository policy and agree to the legal statements for your child and give unconditional permission for your child to participate in Club Ohio.

Program Agreement Policies

Deposit Policy

Payment of the requested deposit will secure your position on Club Ohio’s roster for the season. All initial deposits must be made by credit card.

Payment Policy

Upon paying the deposit you will have an option to sign up for automatic monthly payments. Balances must be current to participate in games and training. If a player is behind two (2) or more payments, an eligibility issue will be created, removing the player from PlayMetrics communications, coaches will be notified and the player cannot participate until the balance is caught up. Full payment will close the ineligibility issue and restore the player to full participation. A $35.00 late fee will be applied to each installment that is more than 30 days past due.

Refund Policy

Upon accepting an offer to join a Club Ohio team, it is expected that a player is committing to play for the full year. Once rosters are set, each team is subject to certain expenses that cannot be recouped should a player later withdraw from the team. As such, leaving the team can negatively impact the remaining players both financially and competitively. Players and families are expected to give serious consideration to this commitment before accepting an offer.

Once a player has accepted an offer and paid the deposit, there will be no refund issued. Also if any time the player quits during the season, any money paid shall not be refunded.

Under extenuating circumstances or conditions not directly covered by this policy, the Treasurer, while consulting all necessary parties, will consider refund requests submitted in writing on a case-by-case basis. Any decision made to return a portion of fees paid will not include the initial deposit as that is non-refundable.

The ONLY exceptions to this NO REFUND POLICY are in the instances where:

The player has moved out of the area, beyond a reasonable traveling distance from the home field site
The player is injured in such a manner that he/she is unavailable to play for the entire season and a doctor’s note can be provided
The team does not form, which any money paid, including the deposit, will be refunded.

This policy is in accordance with the Ohio Soccer Handbook for Member Clubs, Associations and Leagues.Refunds: For any refunds given past 24 hours of payment, the CC processing fees are not refunded.

Photo/Video/Email Release Policy

I do hereby authorize Club Ohio Soccer, Inc. and its assigns to utilize all photographs, pictures, videos, email addresses or other likeness of me or any assigned guardianship to me as they deem appropriate in its promotional materials or team films minor release.

Updated: April 2024

player expectation policy

Training

Treat all facilities with respect before, during and after all training sessions.
Wear appropriate training gear and avoid wearing jewelry during training sessions.
Arrive on time to all training sessions (allowing for enough time to warm up and be ready for the start of training), meetings and team events.
Keep the coaching staff aware of any injuries.
Show respect and consideration to all Club Ohio players, coaches and members.

Match Conduct

Be respectful of all home and away match venues.
Know all match information (location, meeting time, game time, uniform colors, etc.).
Make sure your uniform and apparel look presentable.
Do not wear any jewelry.
Always show good sportsmanship before, during and after the game.
Avoid any confrontation or conversations with the referees, opposing players, opposing coaches and opposing team members. Regardless of your opinion, accept the decision of the referees.
Avoid any verbal or physical retaliation. If there is a problem, immediately tell your coach and the referees.
Be mindful of your nutrition, hydration and rest before, during and after training and games.
Report all injuries immediately to your Head Coach

General Code of Conduct

Always be respectful of other people, training/match venues, personal property, etc. Remember that you represent Club Ohio at all times and are expected to maintain a high standard when being a representative of the Club.
Take pride in your performance during training and in matches.
Wear proper equipment when necessary and required during training and matches.shin guards for all training and matches.
Make sure to properly warm up and cool down before or after any training or matches.
Be knowledgeable with the rules of the game.
Proper preparation is essential for success in training and matches.
Remember that without the support of your parents/guardians, your participation in club soccer may not be possible. Be appreciative of the opportunity you are being given.
Maintain a positive attitude on and off the field.
Refrain from inappropriate language and any physical or verbal confrontations.

Updated: April 2024

parent expectation policy

Games and Tournaments

Players and parents/guardians are expected to:

Provide the coaching staff with sufficient notice of any absence from any game/event so that the proper adjustments can be made to avoid the team being at a competitive disadvantage.
Arrive at the field at the time indicated by the coaching staff.
Have all necessary equipment (uniform kits, pre-game gear, warmups, shin guards, shoes, etc.) and anything else necessary based on the weather.
Arrive rested and energized to compete.
Players and parents/guardians are accountable for player and family actions at the playing venue and at any other places (hotels, restaurants, etc.) while at any game or event and should remember that they are representing Club Ohio.
Playing time is often determined by the effort, attendance, and the performance of the player at training and in other game situations. In addition, playing time can also fluctuate based on tactical changes in certain games based on the discretion of the coaching staff.

Team Meetings

Players and parents/guardians are expected to attend team meetings as requested by the club and respective coaching staff.

Sideline Behavior

Parents/guardians are expected to behave in an appropriate manner at all team and club events and should:

Support their child and the team.
Treat the opposing team, supporters, officials and coaching staff with respect. Parents/guardians should avoid having conversations, or making remarks to the other team, sideline or match officials. At no time should any member of Club Ohio be involved in any questionable confrontations with parents/guardians, team members, officials or coaches.
Set a positive example for the players involved in the game.

Parents/guardians should avoid the following:

Giving players coaching instruction during games or at breaks during the game.
Speaking directly to the officials, opposing coaches, opposing players, and opposing spectators before, during or after the game.
Using inappropriate language or engaging in any physical confrontations with anyone.
Criticizing players, officials, coaches or spectators.

Concerns

Should you have any concerns, players and parents/guardians should feel free to contact their respective coaching staff. Should discussing a concern with the coaching staff not be sufficient, players and parents/guardians are recommended to contact via email the Club Director or Director of Coaching at their location. Players and parents/guardians should avoid speaking to a coach immediately before or after a game.

If parents/guardians or players cannot follow these guidelines, the coach or the club may take necessary action.

Things for Parents to Remember

Parents should remember that when a player willingly participates in sports, it is for the enjoyment of the player not the parent. Please encourage your player to compete, adhere to all rules, and resolve all conflicts amicably and without any hostility. Reminding your player that development in soccer is a marathathon-like process, full of many ups and downs, will assist them in enjoying success and dealing with setbacks.

Updated: April 2024