Athlete Code of Conduct Message
Team Falcons athletes are representatives of Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe and the Nevada Youth Ski Education Foundation (NYSEF) and must conduct themselves in a mature, considerate, responsible, safe and sportsmanlike manner at all times, both on and off the hill, at training, races or other organized activities, whether at Mt. Rose, another venue, or on the way to or from any organized activity at another venue or ski area. This generally includes, but is not limited to:
Courtesy and respect for coaches, teammates, fellow athletes, competition officials, ski area employees, and the general public.
Respect for all equipment, facilities and private property.
No profane or abusive language, abstinence from illegal possession or use of alcohol and drugs, respect for privileges, and attendance of organized activities.
When participating in a sanctioned race or activity, Team Falcons athletes are responsible for knowing and adhering to the sanctioning organization's rules and procedures and code of conduct. Examples of sanctioning organizations include but are not limited to FIS, USSA, Far West, Tahoe League Race Series and Buddy Werner. The combination of helmets, uniforms, and aggressive skiing and snowboarding make all athletes extremely visible to the general public. Having a race program is a privilege, which could be severely limited or eliminated due to inappropriate conduct.
General Rules
Be prepared and be on time. If you cannot be on time, be early. Notify your coach or Team Falcons office of absences or variations from pre-determined schedules.
All athletes must wear a helmet and have a lift pass at all times while training and any time when wearing a Team Falcons uniform.
Dress appropriately for the weather. It is always better to be too warm than too cold.
Ski and ride safely and in control. The general public must always come first.
Adhere to all ski area rules at all times.
Ski and ride slowly in crowded areas – fast skiing and riding is invariably interpreted as dangerous, regardless of the fact that you may be skiing and snowboarding safely and in perfect control.
Assist with and participate in fund raising activities as much as possible.
The coaches’ office is off-limits unless specifically invited in by a coach.
Training Rules
- Be prepared and be on time. If you cannot be on time, be early.- Check all equipment and be ready to walk out the door 5 minutes early.
- It is your responsibility to have everything for training not your parents!
- When going directly to a training course, take two warm-up runs first (free ski).
- Always slip/inspect before running a course.
- Check in at the top of the course with starter or radio before going on course.
- If you fall in a course, move quickly to the side of the trail to regroup.
- Everyone slips course ruts after training runs are complete.
- Slow down or stop upon exiting a course and do not ski fast out onto a public run.
- Ski only on the designated training hill or lose early load privileges.
- When done, everyone helps with speedy pickup of course and slipping of ruts.
- Parents must get prior approval from their Level Coach to go out on the hill during early loads,
- Check in with the coaches to receive a volunteer assignment before going out.
- Team Falcons training is always held as scheduled unless Mt. Rose is closed due to weather. Check www.skirose.com under the - Falcons page for weather and road condition updates.
- Training in inclement weather and varying snow conditions is very productive and contributes greatly to athletes' foundation skills.
- Whenever possible, wear your speed suit to trainings.
- When training gates, bring a backpack to leave on the hill. Include water, a snack, and warm and/or water proof clothes in case you get cold or the weather changes.
- Know the training discipline scheduled each day so you can have the proper equipment.
- Wear your uniform to all training and races.
Race Rules
- Be prepared and be on time. If you cannot be on time, be early.
- Build a checklist for all your equipmemnt. It is your responsibility not your parents to have everything you need for a race!
- Check in with your coach to see what help is needed.
- Pay attention and be especially responsive to directions given by your coach.
- Each athlete is responsible to get to the start on time with his or her skis prepared.
- Be helpful and supportive. The Falcons are a team, not a group of individuals.
- Help carry your teammates' coats and pants from the start to the bottom of the course after their run.
- Always cheer on your teammates!
- Congratulate them when they do well and be the first to pick up their spirits if they don’t!
Parent Rules
Parents are strongly encouraged to be involved with the following guidelines in mind.
