Member Participation

Member Participation Policy

 

At SEM Magic, we are committed to providing a positive and inclusive basketball environment guided by our core values: respect, accountability, responsibility, acceptance, and empathy. Every member—whether a player, coach, team manager, parent, administrator, or committee member—shares the responsibility of upholding these values to ensure a high-quality experience for all involved.

In addition to complying with the standards set by the sport’s governing bodies, including Basketball Victoria’s Codes of Conduct and Member Protection By-Laws, and the Victorian Working with Children legislation, all members are expected to adopt the values and behavioural standards outlined in this policy.

 

 

Our Club-Wide Expectations

All members are expected to uphold the following principles:

  1. Support an inclusive, safe, and welcoming environment for everyone.
  2. Maintain honest, respectful, and transparent communication.
  3. Value and respect diverse opinions, experiences, and expectations.
  4. Provide positive, supportive, and constructive feedback.

 

 

Guidelines for Parents / Guardians

  1. Meet all financial commitments in a timely manner.
  2. Maintain active and clear communication via the club’s official communication platform (TeamApp).
  3. Respect the decisions of coaches, officials, administrators, and committee members.
  4. Address concerns respectfully by following appropriate communication channels (coaches → team managers → club administration).
  5. Refrain from giving technical or performance-related feedback to players during games unless previously discussed and agreed with the coach.
  6. Understand and support the club’s development-first approach, prioritising team and squad progression over individual outcomes.
  7. Model behaviours consistent with the club’s values and encourage others to do the same.

 

 

Guidelines for Training Sessions

  1. Players are expected to attend all scheduled training sessions for the entire season.
    • Exemptions may be granted for high-performance or multi-sport athletes on a case-by-case basis, with a minimum 50% attendance requirement.
  2. Notify the coach and team manager at least 24 hours in advance if unable to attend.
    • Use TeamApp only; emails, calls, or texts are not accepted unless exceptional circumstances apply.
  3. Arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled start time.
  4. Players must wear the official SEM Magic reversible training singlet (black/purple).
    • The competition singlet (yellow/purple) is not an acceptable substitute.
  5. Be prepared to alternate singlet colours during sessions and wear appropriate undergarments to accommodate this.

 

 

Guidelines for Competitions

  1. Arrive at least 10 minutes prior to scheduled game time unless advised otherwise.
  2. Scoring is a shared responsibility.
    • Each family is expected to participate, as scheduled by the team manager on a rotating basis.
  3. Notify the coach and team manager at least 24 hours in advance of any absence using TeamApp only.
  4. Families may be responsible for competition fines incurred due to last-minute no-shows or forfeits resulting from a lack of communication.
  5. Respect the club’s Style of Play guidelines, which apply consistently across all squads, teams, and players.
  6. Understand that playing time and player roles may vary throughout the season.
    • All players will be given fair and reasonable opportunities based on development, attendance, coachability, team needs, competition level, and player age.
  7. Support and celebrate good sportsmanship from all participants.
    • The club will not tolerate conduct that publicly criticises or undermines coaches, players, or officials.

 

 

Membership Registration

  1. The club may require submission of a Membership Application Form before allowing registration for a program or season.
  2. The application will clearly outline member expectations and obligations.
  3. The club will consider both the submitted application and previous member conduct to determine suitability for participation.
  4. Ongoing membership may be denied if a member’s behaviour has not aligned with club expectations or is deemed inconsistent with the club’s values, culture, and direction.