Department of Athletics Intramural & Recreation

Operating Procedures, Policies & Guidelines Manual (2016-17)

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Table of Contents

I. Introduction

II. Intramural & Recreation Goals & Objectives

III. Sports Club Goals & Objectives

IV. Contact Information

V. Intramural Staff

VI. Intramural Advisory Council (IAC)

VII. Intramural & Recreation Eligibility

VIII. Sports Club Eligibility

IX. IM Team Captain Responsibilities

X. Sports Club Team Officers Responsibilities

XI. Sports Club Faculty/Staff Advisor/Coach Responsibilities

XII. IM & Rec. Registration Procedure

XIII. How To Join/Create A Sports Club

XIV. IM & Rec. Rules, Regulations & Policies

XV. Sports Club Bylaws

XVI. Code of Conduct

XVII. Safety Policy

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I. Introduction

The Intramural & Recreation program is designed to provide comprehensive, competitive and recreational sports/activities aimed to meet the varied interests and needs of all students, faculty and staff, regardless of their ability or skill. The program offers individual & team sports leagues, tournaments, special events and recreational opportunities to all students, faculty and staff. In addition, the program offers the ability for rewarding (gift cards, championship t-shirts, etc.) competition in men’s, women’s and co-ed intramural and recreation events. The Sports Club program is designed to bridge the gap between intramural and varsity sports with the goal of competition against other local and regional colleges/universities. The Sports Club program will be run by its student members and their faculty/staff advisor/coach, however, it will be overseen by the intramural office. Only sports sponsored by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) will be considered as an approved Sports Club.

All programs are funded through student activity fees including intercollegiate varsity sports, thus, varsity sports, sports clubs, intramural and recreation programs all complement each other rather than compete with each other with the understanding that each meets the needs of different student populations and serves similar yet diverse purposes.

II. Intramural & Recreation Goals & Objectives a. To provide students with the opportunity for decision making and

leadership roles as student employees, officials, team captains, participants, council members and other competences.

b. To present opportunities for wholesome social relations through group and individual interaction.

c. To engage students’ interest with an open mind for competitiveness, diversity and equality.

d. To develop positive attitudes, good sportsmanship, and high standard of cooperation among students, faculty and staff.

III. Sports Club Goals & Objectives

a. To provide students with the opportunity to develop leadership roles as club officers, team captains, members and other competences.

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b. To present students the opportunity to join/create an organized sports team with the potential of it becoming a varsity sport.

c. To foster a sense of belonging and understanding among students through a shared interest in a sport.

d. To develop positive attitudes, responsibilities, good sportsmanship, and high standards of cooperation among its members, the advisor/coach, the athletic department and college as a whole.

IV. Contact Information

Intramural Coordinator’s Office is located at

The Sports & Recreation Center Building 1R Room 204L

Intramural Coordinator – Sal Caruso

Office hours: Generally, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (M-F) Phone: 718-982-3276

E-mails: intramurals@csi.cuny.edu; Salvatore.Caruso@csi.cuny.edu

Assistant Intramural Coordinator – Catherine Balogun Office hours: Varies Phone: 718-982-3211

E-mails: intramurals@csi.cuny.edu; Catherine.Balogun@csi.cuny.edu

Website: www.csidolphins.com

V. Intramural & Recreation Staff Rebecca Cortese - Pasini Withanage - Edgar Lorenzo - Amir Ismail - Kaid Shohatee - Aristotle Popwell - Sonny Baialardo - Martin Mbamalu - Justice Lenon (official) - Artem Lapin (official) - Shannon Mooney (official) - Eudes Pierre (official) - Geraldine Ayers (Swimming Instructor) - Sabrina Bragerton-Nasert (Tennis Instructor) - Donald Girard (Personal/Weight Training Instructor)

**To apply for a job please email resume at Salvatore.Caruso@csi.cuny.edu**

VI. Intramural Advisory Council (IAC)

The Intramural Advisory Council (IAC) was established in the fall of 2011 as an organization where students, athletes, staff members, sports club officers and administrators, work collectively to better and facilitate all facets of the Intramural & Recreation Program. The IAC provides formal open discussions between all members with an ultimate goal to develop, enhance and maintain the

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Intramural & Recreation Program as a whole, thus providing the best possible experience for all intramural and recreation participants within the CSI community. The IAC is also home to Sports Club Officers. They may request additional funding from the intramural budget which will be subject to approval from its board of members and the Intramural Coordinator.

**If you have interest in the becoming a member please email Salvatore.Caruso@csi.cuny.edu or call us a 718-982-3276**

VII. Intramural & Recreation Eligibility

CSI Students: o All full-time, part-time, undergraduate and graduate CSI students

registered with a minimum of one class are eligible to participate in CSI Intramurals & Recreation. A valid CSI Dolphin ID Card is required at all times to participate in any Intramural & Recreational event.

CSI Faculty/Staff: o All CSI Faculty, Staff, and administrators are eligible to participate

in Intramural & Recreational events with a valid CSI Dolphin employee ID Card.

CSI Student-Athletes: o All CSI student-athletes are eligible to participate during the off

season. All CSI student-athletes who want to participate in other intramural sports during their season MUST give the Intramural Coordinator a signed consent form from their head coach.

o No more than one student-athlete may participate in an intramural team pertaining to their own varsity sport. (Example: varsity basketball players want to compete in the intramural 3-on-3 basketball tournament; each player will be placed on a different team. At no point will they be allowed to play together).

NO CSI DOLPHIN CARD = NO PLAY = NO EXCEPTIONS: o Any participant without a valid CSI Dolphin ID Card will not be

permitted to participate in any intramural or recreational event. Ineligible Policy:

o Any person participating in CSI Intramurals & Recreation, who is found ineligible, for any reason, will be removed from their team or activity for the remainder of the semester.

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VIII. Sports Club Eligibility

To be eligible to participate in a sports club you must be admitted into one of our baccalaureate programs, pass (or be exempt from) all three CUNY Assessment Tests and be registered for full-time load of credits (12 or more). In addition, sports club members must have a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or above to stay eligible as a sports club member.

IX. IM Team Captain Responsibilities

All participants will form their own teams and register by the appropriate

registration procedures. One team member MUST be assigned as captain. The captain is the line of communication between their team members and

the Intramural Staff. The captain’s responsibilities are as follows: o Complete the registration procedure in the appropriate manner

during the dates and times indicated in the semester schedule and prior to the deadline.

o Inform team members of game times, dates, locations and cancelations. Instruct team members to arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of their game to check-in to keep contests on schedule.

o Attend any and all MANDATORY captains meetings. o Reassure all team members have a CSI Dolphin ID Card and

double check eligibility of all team members. o Be familiar with the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of

the CSI Intramural Program and pass this information along to your team members.

o Inform the importance of demonstrating good sportsmanship prior to, during and after all scheduled games/events.

o Be a leader and work with the Intramural Staff to ensure a safe, fair and fun intramural sports experience for all.

X. Sports Club Team Officers Responsibilities

President o Serve as the liaison for your sports club as a member of the

Intramural Advisory Council. o Communicate all sports club Guidelines to all members. o Seek authorization for any sports club related business from the

Intramural office. Examples include: budget proposals, fund-raising, publicity, hanging flyers, and sponsorship.

o Report results after any competition to the Intramural office.

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o Responsible for attending or have fellow club officer attend Intramural Advisory Council meetings.

These meetings are an opportunity to implement new ideas for the sports club, request more funding and gain experience in leadership and management.

Vice-President o Work closely with the president in coordinating and organizing the

Sports Club. o Assume all duties of the president in the event he/she cannot

complete his/her term. o Oversee team meetings during the sports club president’s absence. o Conduct a sports club informational meeting for new sports club

members. Treasurer

o Keep accurate records of all sports club accounts, allocated funds and inventory.

o Responsible for developing a purchase order request. o Assist the president with any budget proposals and presentations. o Present all financial documents to the Intramural office.

Secretary o Submit all home and away results to the intramural office. o Maintain and record all documentation (minutes, e-mails, waivers,

final scores sheets, rosters etc...) of sports club meetings, practices and games.

Safety Officer o Have CPR, First Aid and AED certifications. o Report player injuries to Intramural officer. o Check safety standards of sports club equipment and playing area

to maintain risk management plan.

XI. Sports Club Faculty/Staff Advisor/Coach Responsibilities Schedule events, facility reservation and competition during the

beginning of the semester. Help to develop leaders by encouraging the growth of the initiative,

responsibility, and leadership in the sports club officers and their members.

Will ensure the activities of the club reflect positively on the athletic department and college as a whole.

Will offer assistance in developing and overseeing the sports club budget. Are expected to give guidance to the sports club about such programs, use

of facilities and proper operational procedures. Lend his/her experience, judgment and knowledge and assist the officers

and members in development of the sports club.

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When available, attend practices, competitions or special events to support the sports club.

When available, attend meetings of the sports club and assist officers in their organization and planning.

XII. Intramural & Recreation Registration Procedure

All league and tournament registration, as a team or individual, will be completed in one of the following ways:

o Visit www.csidolphins.com and go under the Intramurals & Recreation tab and select from the following and fill out all required information.

o Register in person during the dates and times of scrimmage play for leagues and tournaments at the CSI intramural event you are interested in joining.

o Contact the Intramural Coordinator (contact info on page 2). All open recreational events registration will take place in-person BEFORE

the activity is set to begin. All special events and/or instructional activities will be required to either

check-in, pre-register online or register in-person the day of the event. All participants will be required to present their VAILD CSI Dolphin ID

Card prior to the start of all intramural and recreational sports/events. All participants will be required to sign a waiver form before participating

in any intramural and recreational event. Team captains will ensure that all team members have registered

appropriately and signed the required waiver.

XIII. How To Join/Create A Sports Club

To join an existing sports club contact the president of the sports club you wish to join. See the intramural Coordinator for his/her contact information.

Steps to creating a new sports club:

1. Set up a meeting with the Intramural Coordinator in the Athletic Department to go over the process for starting a sports club. Please call 718-982-3276 to schedule a meeting or e-mail Salvatore.Caruso@csi.cuny.edu.

2. Develop a Constitution for the sports club that includes the rules and regulations of the sports club and more importantly your goals and objectives for the sports club. In addition, recruit a faculty/staff member about serving as your sports club advisor/coach. A

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sample sports club constitution is available in the intramural office at the Sports & Recreation Center (1R-204L).

3. Schedule an interest meeting or recruitment event for your sports club. You can reserve space in the Sports & Recreation Center (1R-204) and file a meeting notice/flyer to the Intramural Coordinator for approval. Once approved, the Athletic Department will post your meeting notice/flyer on the athletic web site (www.csidolphins.com) and around the building. You may also begin promoting the meeting throughout the rest of the campus.

4. Develop an agenda for your interest meeting and see the Intramural Coordinator for a copy of a recommended agenda for your interest meeting. Be sure to also take minutes (a sample format for minutes is available in the intramural office in 1R-204L) of the interest meeting; minutes should show a record of the business at the meeting including attendees, motions made, topics discussed and votes taken. Have your faculty/staff advisor/coach present. Submit the agenda to the intramural office for approval.

5. Once approved, host interest meeting and hand in the minutes to the intramural office and remember this is the meeting where you should go over the constitution, introduce the faculty/staff advisor/coach and recruit committed members to join and record their contact information using the members’ roster form.

6. Schedule a follow-up member’s only meeting (be sure to follow same procedure as in step 4 for an interest meeting). This is the meeting where you will seek nominations for sports club officers and captains, approve the constitution, determine practice times and dates, discuss equipment needed and funding, discuss your competition and come up with an action plan to help steer the sports club in the right direction. If you have not done so already, remember to collect contact information from all officers, captains and members.

7. Complete all required forms and submit all paper work (including agendas and minutes from BOTH meeting) to the Intramural Coordinator. Be sure to have read the sports club by-laws (see section XV).

8. The Intramural Coordinator will now process your request. If all Paper work is in order the charter request will be sent to Athletic Director for final approval. If any information is missing or if there are other concerns with your charter the Intramural Coordinator will contact the sports club president and faculty/staff advisor/coach.

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XIV. Intramural & Recreation Rules, Regulations & Policies

Sportsmanship Policy: o The CSI Intramural Staff will NOT tolerate unsportsmanlike

behavior, i.e.: arguing with officials, taunting and/or arguing with opponents or team members, and/or excessive physical contact.

o A player will be immediately ejected for any attempt to punch, kick, shove or visibly harm an opponent. Further action will be taken following the ejection.

o An ejected player must leave the premises immediately. If the player does not comply, Public Safety will be notified, the game will be forfeited with the offending team receiving a loss, and the lowest possible sportsmanship grade.

o A team may be disqualified from the league and/or tournament under the discretion of the Intramural Coordinator.

Sportsmanship Grading System: o CSI Intramurals & Recreation strives to provide excellence,

wellness, and fun to all our participants in a relaxed, yet structured environment. Everyone is encouraged to play to the best of their abilities, however, cheating, verbal and physical abuse and inappropriate attitude or language will be considered inappropriate and unsportsmanlike. Therefore, our sportsmanship grading system is in place to promote good sportsmanship at all intramural related events.

Excellent Sportsmanship = 4 Points – Team members cooperate fully with the officials and opposing team members. The captain calmly converses with officials about a rule or call made. The captain has full control of their team.

Good Sportsmanship = 3 Points – Team members verbally complain about some decisions made by the officials, but the captain had full control and handled the situation appropriately.

Average Sportsmanship = 2 Points – Team members displays verbal dissent towards officials and/or the opposing team. Captain exhibits minimal control over their team.

Poor Sportsmanship = 1 Points – Team members constantly comments to the officials and/or opposing team. Captain shows little or no control over their team.

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Unacceptable Sportsmanship = 0 – Team members are completely uncooperative both verbally and physically. Captain has no control over their team.

o The sportsmanship grade will be assessed at the end of their game/contest. The grade will be determined by the deliberations of the official score keeper, the officials, and the Intramural Coordinator and/or Assistant Intramural Coordinator on site.

o The sportsmanship grade will count towards your seeding and eligibility to play in the playoffs.

o A team must have an average sportsmanship grade of at least 2.5 to be eligible for the playoffs.

Example: Team 10 played in 5 games, receiving grades of 3, 2.5, 1.5, 1.5, 3, respectively for each game played. Their total grade is 12 for all 5 games. Their average grade is 2.3 (11.5/5), meaning they are ineligible for the playoffs.

Any team that receives a sportsmanship grade of 0 at any time will automatically not be eligible for the playoffs

Game Time: o The game time is the official time a contest is set to start. o At least 15 minutes prior to game time a team should be “ready-to-

play” meaning your team should be checked-in, captains and officials have checked the scorecard for accuracy and you have the correct number of players to begin.

o Any team not “ready-to-play” by game time will risk forfeiting. Cancelations:

o If the College of Staten Island is closed due to weather, holidays or other related reasons, then all intramural contests are cancelled for that day.

o A contest may be canceled by the Intramural Coordinator for unexpected reasons. All team captains and participants will be notified as soon as possible.

o Any team who wishes to cancel a contest must do so through the captain contacting the Intramural Coordinator at least 24 hours prior to your game time.

o Any game that is canceled by a team will still be considered a forfeit for that team with an automatic sportsmanship grade of 2 points. However, the team may receive up to 3 points of sportsmanship if the reason for canceling is deemed acceptable by the Intramural Coordinator and if the cancelation was done in a timely manner.

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Forfeits: o Any team receiving a win by forfeit will receive 4 points in

sportsmanship. Any team forfeiting will receive 2 points in sportsmanship.

o Any team that forfeits two-thirds (2/3) of their respective season will be removed for the event.

o If neither team shows up for their scheduled contest the game will be recorded as a double forfeit with both teams receiving a loss and 2 points in sportsmanship.

o A team will forfeit for any one of the following reasons: if they have insufficient number of players, are late by 15 minutes or more for their scheduled contest, never show up to their scheduled contest and/or inappropriate behavior towards opposing team, official or IM staff during or prior to the start of the game.

Officials and Official Scorers: o The scorecard is the official record of score, rosters and results. Any

protests relating to the scorecard results will be discussed by the officials and team captains only.

o Prior and following all contests the officials and team captain will ensure that score is correct, the sportsmanship grade is listed and determined, the correct winner is listed, and the roster is correct and complete.

o The officials and team captain(s) will sign the scorecard at the end of each contest to ensure that it is compete and accurate.

IM Jersey Policy: o IM jerseys will be distributed on the day of the scheduled

contests/games at least an hour before the start of the game. All team members borrowing an IM jersey will be required to sign and hand in their CSI Dolphin ID Card until it is returned at the end of the contest/game.

o Teams will borrow same colored pinnies if there are no more IM jerseys available.

Sign-up & Scrimmaging Period: o The sign-up & scrimmaging period will last for a minimum of one

week and a maximum of four weeks. o During this period teams will be formed, team names will be

created, captains will be named, captain meetings will be held and scrimmage games will be played before league play is set to begin.

Team Names: o The CSI Intramural & Recreation Program reserves the right to

change any team name that is considered inappropriate or offensive.

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o Please use proper judgment, imagination and creativity when selecting a team name. If you cannot come up with a team name the Intramural program will choose one randomly.

Free Agents: o Those individuals seeking a team to join will be placed on a team

randomly if they cannot find teammates during the sign-up and scrimmaging period.

Roster Finalization: o A roster will be deemed final after two weeks into a season. o The only time you may add a player to your roster during the

season is if a player becomes injured/ineligible or other relates instances under the discretion of the Intramural Coordinator.

Awards/Prizes: o The CSI Intramural & Recreation Program will award teams with

championship T-Shirts, gift cards for each member, and other intramural apparel (if available).

o 1st placed teams will have their names inscribed on the official IM trophy and championship plaque as well as have their picture under the wall of IM champions.

o All other participants may receive other CSI intramural & Recreation apparel and accessories, if available.

o Keep in mind, awards vary and depend on the overall success of the Intramural sport/event.

General Intramural Sports & Recreation Rules and Regulations: o Everyone must have a valid updated CSI Dolphin ID Card at all

times. NO EXCPETIONS. o Only water is allowed in the gym. No food or other drinks are

permitted. o No fighting/excessive arguing allowed; if there are any altercations

you will not be allowed to participate and may be ejected from the premises.

o Proper attire is required to participate in the all activities. There will be no exceptions. All participants MUST wear sneakers, shorts or sweats. No jeans or boots allowed on the gym floor or on the fields.

o All activities are played at your own risk, however, waivers will still be signed and agreed upon.

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XV. Sports Club Bylaws 1. Eligibility

Section A: Student-Athlete Requirements All students who wish to join/create a sports club will be held to the same eligibility requirements as that of a student-athlete playing on a varsity team. Every member will be required to have and maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or more, taken and passed all CUNY assessment tests, be a full time student with at least 12 credits and enrolled in the baccalaureate program. In addition, they must be in good academic standing and pass eight credits a semester. Sports clubs will fall under the umbrella of being sanctioned and governed by the NCAA and must follow NCAA regulations of that sport according to Division III Rules, which includes the scheduling of practices, length of playing season, number of contests, and roster limitation, etc. additional eligibility requirements may be determined by the sport or where league of competition in conducted. Section B: Standard Requirements A minimum of 15 students will be needed to form any sports club, however, the minimum may change depending on the type of sports club. No student may be denied membership because of gender, race, religion or sexual orientation. All necessary approvals, which includes roster clearance, practice time schedules, publicity distribution, awards, space assignments, travel requests, and funding must be made with the Intramural Coordinator before any other action is taken. All sports clubs will be required to submit a constitution stating their reason, goals and objectives about the sports club. Sports clubs will also need to submit a copy of official rules for that sport. Waiver and release forms must be submitted before any official practice or competition. All sports club coaches and/or advisors should be present at all practices and games. Any roster changes must be signed and dated by the sports club president and coach or advisor, and submitted to the intramural Coordinator in a timely fashion.

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2. Risk Management Section A: Waiver/Release Forms Participation in sports clubs is strictly voluntary. It is imperative that you, the participant, recognize that you will accept sole responsibility for injuries and damages sustained while participating in, traveling to, or returning from, a sports club game or practice. The waiver/release form is a written agreement between each participant and the College of Staten Island explaining the individual is agreeing to participate at their own risk. It will be the coach’s (or advisor’s) responsibility to ensure all persons, whether club members or potential members, to sign a liability waiver/release form before any participation. All forms MUST be returned to the Intramural Coordinator ASAP. If a participant is caught participating without a signed liability waiver/release form than that participant may be banned from joining or taken out of the sports club. Section B: Personal/Sports Insurance Obligations The athletic trainer will NOT be available for sports clubs, thus, the College of Staten Island strongly urges all participants to seek protection against any misfortune through some form of medical or accident insurance policy. The expense of unforeseen accidents or injuries can seriously jeopardize an individual’s academic or professional career. It is also recommended that each participant seek a medical release from their family physician before beginning participation in a strenuous program of physical activity. Any sports club requiring additional insurance from the college will be looked into, however, it may hinder the creation of that sports club.

Section C: First Aid CPR/AED Certifications It is strongly required that at least two sports club members are First Aid CPR/AED Certified and at least one must be present during all practices and competitions. It is also recommended to always have a first aid kit at every practice and competition. Again, the athletic trainer will NOT be available for a sports club. Section D: Injury Protocol Contact the College of Staten Island’s Public Safety Office at 718-982-2111 for injuries that occur on campus that require the assistance of the first responders unit.

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Do not move the person unless it is absolutely necessary and can be done safely. If an ambulance is not required, have a friend take the injured person to the emergency room or other medical service provider. If there is no one who can transport the person Public Safety will call for an ambulance. Report the incident within 24 hours to the Intramural Coordinator and submit an accident report. The Public Safety Officer will have a form for you to fill out.

3. Use of Funds Section A: Budget Allocations Sports clubs who are officially recognized by the athletic department should fill out a sports club budget request form within the first two weeks of recognition. Each organization that receives funding from the intramural budget is responsible for designating individuals within the organization to serve as signatories on the organization accounts. Signatories are responsible for signing all purchase orders and check requests on behalf of the organization. Until a signature authorization form is completed for your group, the organization cannot transact any business. Any changes to signatories should be reported to the funding body immediately. Signature authorization forms are available in the CSI Association (1C-202) Section B: Budget Workshops/Adjustments The president and at least one other officer should attend a budget workshop meeting to learn the process of budget allocations and other budget related materials. To make modifications to your allocated budget a sports club signatory must complete the sports club budget request form, which may be submitted once every two months. The line by line budget must be approved by the office of intramurals & recreation prior to presentation to CSI Association. Sports club should plan accordingly when making requests. Section C: Additional Funding Sports clubs have the opportunity to fundraise by submitting a fundraising request form to the office of intramurals & recreation prior to it being submitted to the CSI Association. Fundraising request forms are available in 1R-204L.

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4. Use of Facilities Section A: Sports & Recreation Center Indoor & Outdoor Use Sports clubs will have access to the Sports & Recreation Center’s indoor and outdoor facilities, however, with intramural participation increasing, varsity team practices and ongoing rentals, facility space is limited; thus, it is recommended that sports clubs consider several alternate times that are acceptable given that the first choice may not be available. Sports Clubs MUST meet with Facilities Manager and Intramural Coordinator BEFORE step 7 (see step 7). Sports Club Officers should have the following information on-hand when meeting with the Facilities Manager and Intramural Coordinator:

Practice day/times of the week preferred with alternate practice times.

The room or facility space needed.

The amount of space (lining of field) required to conduct your practice/game.

Any special equipment needed.

Game schedules (if available). Section B: Safety Procedures/Protocols Sports Club Officers should walk the fields they use every day before practice or a game to check for debris, divots, or other safety hazards. Please report any hazards to the Facilities Manager at John.Tardy@csi.cuny.edu. When heavy rain leaves the fields too wet for practice, sports clubs are not to the use the fields. Use only the areas designated for your team’s use. Report to the Facilities Manager if unauthorized persons are using the fields/facilities. Requests for lining the field should be made at least two weeks in advance of a game or practice. Violation of this bylaw may have practice privileges suspended.

5. Travel Policy Section A: Travel Requests All travel by any sports club is expected to follow the CUNY Student Domestic Trip and Travel Guidelines. Travel by any sports club must be approved by the Intramural Coordinator at least six weeks prior to any scheduled trip. All travel forms MUST be completed and submitted for approval before any other action is taken. Travel accommodations and expenses will be processed by the Administrative Assistants whom will then make travel arrangements with

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bus/van companies. Should any problem arise with the travel arrangements, sports club officers must report the problem to the Intramural Coordinator immediately. All travel requests may NOT be approved due to several factors regarding budget and safety.

XVI. Code of Conduct

These standards of behavior are to be upheld with utmost integrity that each person participating in any intramural, recreational or sports club activity will apply whether the activity is held on the premises of the college or elsewhere.

All participants WILL:

o Demonstrate a cooperative and positive attitude with teammates, opponents, game administrators, staff members, officials and spectators.

o Be held responsible for the behavior of one team members before, during, and after a contest, practice or event.

o Comply with all officials, supervisors and student staff in a respectful and responsive manner.

o Conduct themselves with proper sportsmanship at all times.

All participants will NOT: o Use profanity, abusive, demeaning racial, sexist, gender or other

intimating language or actions. o Use any form of physical abuse towards an official, opponent,

spectator, game administrator, staff member or any other person. o Disrespectfully address, taunt or bait an opponent, official,

spectator, game administrator, staff member or any other person. o React in an inappropriate fashion to any decisions made by an

official or anything said by spectators.

XVII. Safety Policy

Assumption of Risk: o Participation in any activity is voluntary; thus participants will

assume responsibility for their own health and safety. The intramural & recreation program will require you to sign a waiver before participating in any activity. If you refuse to sign the wavier you will NOT be allowed to participate in any intramural & recreational activity.

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Alcohol & Drug Policy: o Consumption of alcohol or drug usage by any participant or

spectator is prohibited. Disciplinary action will take place against anyone who violates this policy.

Blood Policy: o If and when an official, player or IM student staff member observes

that a participant is bleeding or has blood on his/her uniform, he or she will be asked to leave the game until the bleeding has stopped, the would has been covered, or the uniform has been changed.