Wodonga Dolphins Terms and Conditions

Members agree to all below:

Governing Body

• Terms and conditions/rules and regulations of FINA, Water Polo Australia, Water Polo NSW, Ovens and Murray, and including Wodonga Dolphins Water Polo.
• NSW and Ovens and Murray Water Polo Association code of conduct can be found on our webpage Player's Corner - Wodonga Water Polo Club - revolutioniseSPORT.

Team Selection Priority 

• Attend both training sessions.
• Attend one training session, however; have contacted manager/coach regarding absence.
• Not attended one or both training sessions and did not contact the manager/coach.

Trainings

• Arrive 10 minutes prior to advertised training start time.
• Work/travel commitments (late arrivals) 
  • Warm up will be written on the whiteboard.
  • Only when warm up is complete you may join training.

Table Duty

• Minimum one table duty per season.
• Includes seniors and juniors games.
• Table list will be provided to each team member.
• If you are unable to do your table duty it is your responsibility to find your replacement and inform the committee.
• List will be checked weekly to ensure members are committing to their club.

Rev Sport and Heja app

• Check weekly:
  • Check game times and location.
• RSVP for games by training on Thursday via Heja app.

Respect 

• Respect one another.
• Respect managers.
• Respect coaches.
• Respect other teams.
• Respect table officials/umpires.
• Try to resolve an issue with another person.
• If you cannot resolve the issue , go straight to your coach, team manager or a committee member to assist with the issue.
• Do not talk behind peoples backs. This only starts chinese whispers and never ends well for anyone.

THINK.ACT.PLAY.

Think.Act.Play. is WPA’s awareness campaign designed to promote positive behaviours by players, coaches, managers, officials and spectators that uphold the values, reputation and spirit of Water Polo.

The target groups for Think.Act.Play. include players, coaches, officials, parents and spectators; essentially the entire Water Polo community.

There are three slogans that underpin the Think.Act.Play. program aimed at promoting positive behaviour and respect. Each slogan is relevant to everyone involved in the game.

The three slogans include:

 Think before you speak: What you say and do shapes the culture of our sport. Your words can influence the way people are seen and treated by others, and the way in which people feel about themselves. It can also impact the way the community perceives our sport. Remember – what you say matters.

 Act with respect: Showing respect and treating everyone fairly is just as important as the game. No matter who you are or where you come from, treating each other with respect and dignity ensures everyone can enjoy the game. Whether you’re playing, coaching or cheering from the sidelines – respect the referee’s decision. Remember – to earn respect you must give it.

 Play in the spirit of the game: The way you play, coach and support says a lot about your character. Playing in the spirit of the game is more than just the rules. Players that keep their cool under pressure, even when things are not going their way, have a better chance of winning the game. Coaches that encourage sportsmanship get the best from their players. Parents that set a good example help their children enjoy the game. Remember – take responsibility for your actions and play in the spirit of the game.

Fees and Memebership

The 2023/24 Season is fast approaching. Registrations for juniors and seniors are open now! Players who were registered last season, it is important that you choose RENEW at the beginning of the registration process. New players, who have not been previously registered with O&M please choose REGISTER. Players who were registered with another O&M Club last season, but wish to register with Wodonga this season, please contact hello@wodongawaterpolo.com.au as there is a separate process we will need to follow. 

Please ensure you choose the correct class of registration when you are completing, they are as follows: 

Senior player - $250 - for any player 18 and over who is competing this season. 

Supporter- $0 (supporter only) or $50 (Membership key ring and club polo shirt) - for any committee member, table official or supporter who is not playing this season. This is only for supporters who are NOT playing. 

Junior Born 2005 & later- $220 - U18's will be playing in the senior competition, all other juniors (U16 and U14) wil be playing in the Junior Competition.