By registering with DOGS Basketball Academy (“DOGS”), parents/guardians and participants agree to the following terms, policies and expectations.

Our program is built on the DOGS STANDARD: DISCIPLINE, OWNERSHIP, GROWTH AND STANDARDS

These apply to players, parents and coaches.

program mission & culture

DOGS Basketball Academy is a development first program focused on

• Skill Development

• Character Building

• Accountability

• Competitive Growth

• Team First/Winning Mentality

Participation in DOGS is a privilege, not a right. We receive the right to remove any player or family who consistently violates program standards.

players expectations

All players are expected to:

• Show respect to coaches, teammates, referees, opponents, and facilities

• Arrive on time and prepared for practices, games, clinics, and events

• Compete with effort, focus, and coach-ability

• Accept coaching, corrections, and role assignments

• Represent DOGS with class on and off the court

• Take ownership of attitude, effort, and behavior

• No bullying, fighting (unless defending yourself), excessive trash talking or unsportsmanlike conduct

Disciplinary actions may include:

• Reduced playing time

• Removal from practice or events

• Suspension or dismissal from program (no refund)

parent/guardian expectations

Parents and guardians agree to:

• Support the DOGS Standard and coaching staff

• Maintain respectful behavior towards coaches, referees, players, and other families

• Refrain from coaching from the stands

• Address concerns privately and respectfully with staff, not during games or practices

• Ensure players arrive on time, ready, and properly equipped

• Uphold positive sideline behavior at all times

• Understand that playing time is earned, not guaranteed

Unacceptable behavior includes:

• Arguing with coaches, refs, or staff

• Public criticism of players, coaches, or the program

• Disruptive or aggressive behavior at any DOGS event

DOGS reserves the right to:

• Remove a parent from event

• suspend or remove a player due to parent conduct

• Terminate participation with no refund for repeated or serious violations

coach standards & EXPECTATIONS

All DOGS coaches are expected to:

• Coach with integrity, professionalism, and consistency

• Treat all players with respect and fairness

• Prioritize development, safety and accountability

• Communicate clearly with players and parents

• Uphold the DOGS STANDARD in behavior and leadership

• Create a positive, disciplined, competitive environment

• Never use abusive, demeaning, or inappropriate language or behavior

Coaches represent DOGS Basketball Academy at all time and are held to a higher standard of leadership and conduct.

playing time & roles

• DOGS is a development-focused, competitive program

• Playing time is not guaranteed

• Roles and minutes are based on

  • Effort

  • Attendance

  • Attitude

  • Coach-ability

  • Team needs

  • Performance in practice and games

Players are expected to:

• Compete for their role

• Support teammates

• Accept coaching decisions professionally

attendance & commitment

• Regular attendance is expected at all practices, games, clinics, and events

• Excessive unexcused absences may result in:

  • Reduced playing time

  • Loss of roster spot

  • Removal from the program

• Families are responsible for communicating schedule conflicts in advance

fees, PAYMENTS & refund policy

• All fees must be paid according to the agreed schedule

• Fees cover training, coaching, facilities, events, and administrative cost

• NO REFUNDS FOR

  • Missed practices or games

  • Dismissal due to conduct

  • Voluntary Withdrawal

• Partial refunds may only be considered in cases of season ending injury or extraordinary circumstances, this is at DOGS discretion

media & marketing release

By participating in DOGS Basketball Academy, you grant permission for:

• Photos and videos of players to be used for:

  • Website

  • Social media

  • Promotional materials

  • Recruiting and marketing content

If you wish to opt out, you must submit a written request.

liability & assumption of risk

Basketball is a physical sport and carries inherent risk of injury.

By participating, parents/guardians acknowledge:

• They assume all risk associated with participation

• DOGS Basketball Academy, its coaches, staff and partners are not liable for injuries, accidents, or lost property except where required by law

code of conduct enforcement

DOGS reserves the right to:

• Discipline players, parents or staff

• Suspend or remove participants

• Deny future participation

• Enforce these standards to protect the culture, safety, and integrity of the program

agreement

By registering and participating in DOGS Basketball Academy, you agree to:

• Follow program rules and standards

• Uphold the DOGS culture

• Accept coaching decisions

• Represent the program with discipline, ownership, growth, and standards