ODP Policy: Financial and Participation Commitment
Financial Commitment: It is expressly understood by all players and their parents/guardians that once selected to the program; they are responsible for all fees associated with the program, with the exception of documented injury*. No refunds will be given once accepted and registered to the program should a player elect not to participate. VT ODP provides an experienced quality coaching staff so no refunds are given for any changes in coaching staff.
Participation Commitment: It is understood that players are expected to participate in all training sessions and designated ODP events. Players are required to attend 1 indoor winter training and a minimum of 4 outdoor trainings and if selected, must attend the ODP Tournament in June. Players who do not attend the required number of trainings and the Tournament, will not be eligible to attend the ID camp in July.Upon selection to an upcoming event; once the player accepts the invitation to participate, the player is responsible for all fees associated with that event. A player who changes their mind, or cannot attend because of any other conflict is still responsible for the full amount of that program/event fee. Players with a documented injury* may receive a waiver for this policy; however, no refunds or credits can be given within one month of the ODP Tournament or Identification Camp. Players may only be relieved of their obligations with the permission of the VSA Olympic Development Program Committee.
Past Due Fees: A player with ODP fees that are past due (over 30 days), who has not made an attempt to work out a repayment plan, will be placed in bad standing by Vermont Soccer Association until such time as the financial obligation has been resolved. A player in bad standing with VSA may not be rostered or issued a player pass for club participation.
Players Responsibility: It is the player’s responsibility to travel to ODP training and scrimmages with a good, well inflated soccer ball, ODP training shirt, and water bottle. Players participating in the ODP Tournament are responsible for bringing their Vermont ODP uniform kit (including game jersey, alternate jersey, shorts, and both white and green socks) to the event. The player is responsible for communicating any absences to the team manager and Head Coach in a timely manner.
Injury: If a player is injured and cannot attend a training session or event, it is important to notify the team manager and coach. If a player is injured during an ODP training session or event, the player should inform the team manager and coach so they are aware of the incident.
*In the event that a player sustains a season ending injury, fees are waived once the VSA receives documentation from the players’ physician.
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