Sports Court Policy - Student Services Policy - 80580

Germanna Community College promotes the health and wellbeing of students, faculty, staff, and community members through recreational programs and access to the Sports Court. Access to this facility provides the opportunity to improve physical and mental health, and foster connections with members of the Germanna community. Individuals who choose to participate in recreational activities do so at their own risk. 

The College encourages safe use of the Sports Court. This policy is designed to promote the safety of all students, staff, faculty, and guests while maintaining the integrity of the recreational space.

2.1 Access and Age Restrictions

Hours: The Sports Court is generally available for use Monday - Friday, from 8:00AM to 6:00PM. Availability is subject to change based on the staffing, season, weather, and discretion of the College.

• Prior to use, all participants must sign an Assumption of Risk form before participating in recreational activities. All participants acknowledge that Germanna Community College will not be responsible for injuries, property loss, or theft. Participants assume full responsibility for their safety and belongings.
• Participants must be at least 16 years of age to enter the Sports Court without a parent or guardian.

2.2 Facility Policy

• All Germanna recreational spaces are subject to routine staff and video surveillance and monitoring.
• Food is prohibited on the Sports Court.
• Plastic bottled water and sports drinks are permitted on the Sports Court.
• Glass bottles are strictly prohibited.
• Alcohol and other drugs are prohibited on campus. Any individual under the influence of alcohol or other drugs will be removed from campus by College Police and may be cited by law.
• Any equipment, including skates (inline or roller) and skateboards, toys, play pens, wheeled vehicles, including bicycles, scooters, or motorized vehicles are prohibited.
• All personal belongings must be secured by the participant. Germanna Community College is not responsible for the loss, theft, or damage of any personal property.
• All pets (not including service animals) are prohibited.
• The use of audio speakers, radios, or similar devices is only permitted when used with headphones.
• Use of the Sports Court must be conducted in a safe manner with due respect and consideration for others who are in the nearby areas. Basketball court rules and courtesies apply at all times.
• Rough play or abusive conduct is prohibited.
• The use of profanity, abusive language, obscene gestures, or threat/infliction of bodily or emotional harm or sexual misconduct,, whether done intentionally or with reckless disregard, is prohibited.
• The possession, use, and/or distribution of alcohol and other drugs, tobacco products, or weapons, is strictly prohibited.
• No hanging on basketball hoops.
• Participants must clean up after using the Sports Court and return the space to its original condition.
• In the case of an accident or incident, participants must report directly to the Germanna Community College Police Department, located in the V. Earl Dickinson Building (SP1) or call 540-727-2911 for Emergency or 540-891-3079 for Non-Emergency.

2.3 Participant Policy

• Participants may check out sports equipment in the Student Life & Leadership office, located in the V. Earl Dickinson Building (SP1), Room #100, Monday-Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM (excluding holidays).
• Only students, faculty, and staff with a valid Germanna Identification (ID) Card may check out sports equipment.
• Misuse, vandalism, tampering, or damaging any sports equipment is prohibited.
• Participants must wear proper recreational attire on the Sports Court. Athletic shoes or sneakers are required. Open-toe shoes are not permitted. Shirts required.
• Participants are strongly encouraged to remove all jewelry before use. Germanna Community College is not responsible for the loss, theft, or damage of any personal property.

2.4 Recreation Community Expectations

The Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities and all Standards of Conduct apply. Read the Germanna Student Handbook for more information.

3.1 How to Access the Sports Court

• Current students, faculty, and staff must sign an Assumption of Risk form once per academic year with the Student Life & Leadership office, located in the V. Earl Dickinson Building (SP1), Room #100, Monday-Thursday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (excluding holidays).
  • Students, faculty, and staff must provide their College Identification (ID) Card or proof of enrollment.
  • Questions or concerns? E-mail StudentLife@germanna.edu

3.2 How to Access Sports Equipment

• Only Germanna students, faculty, and staff can rent equipment from Student Life & Leadership.
  • Students, faculty, and staff must exchange their College ID Card for sports equipment. The College ID Card will be returned when the sports equipment is returned.
  • Students, faculty, and staff who fail to return rented sports equipment may face the following consequences:
    • 1st Notice: The student will have three (3) calendar days to return the equipment.
    • 2nd Notice: The student will be required to pay restitution for the lost, stolen, damaged, or missing rental equipment.
    • 3rd Notice: The student will pay restitution and lose privileges and
      access to the Sports Court for the semester.

3.3 Health and Safety

• Injury Reporting: Any injuries must be reported immediately to the Germanna Community College Police Department, located in the V. Earl Dickinson Building (SP1) or call 540-727-2911 for Emergency or 540-891-3079 for Non-Emergency.
• First Aid: First Aid kits are available on-site in the following locations:
  • Workforce and Technology Building (SP2) Front Desk.
  • V. Earl Dickinson Building (SP1), Student Life & Leadership, Room #100.
• Children on Campus: Please see Germanna’s Children on Campus Policy.
  • Supervision: All minors - under the age of 18, unless a registered student - must be accompanied by a parent or adult.
    • Unattended/unsupervised minor children will be reported to the Germanna Community College Police Department.
    • The College Police Department will attempt to identify the parent or guardian.
• Inclement Weather: The Sports Court will be closed and all reservations or events will be postponed, rescheduled, or canceled, as appropriate.

3.4 Violations and Consequences

Read the Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities within the Germanna Student Handbook. All College Policies apply to the Sports Court.

• Participants must adhere to all local, state and federal laws.

3.5 Reservation and Cancellation Policies

3.5.1 Reservations: Student clubs and organizations may reserve the Sports Court through Student Life & Leadership.

Student clubs and organizations must report to Student Life & Leadership prior to use to complete Assumption of Risk forms and a sign-in sheet. All participants must sign-in for group organized events/activities and complete Assumption of Risk forms.

3.5.2 Cancellation: Reservations must be canceled at least 24 hours in advance. Repeated no-shows or late cancellations may result in loss of court privileges.

3.5.3 Special Events: The Sports Court may be reserved for special events, sports tournaments, or community outreach programs with advance approval from Student Life & Leadership and Special Events.

• Community programs and partners are welcome to reserve the Sports Court. All participants must adhere to all Germanna Community College policies. Germanna withholds the right to determine final reservation status.
• Priority Scheduling: Student Life & Leadership, student clubs and organizations, and Special Events have priority in reserving the Sports Court.

The Sports Court is an outdoor recreational facility for students, faculty, and staff to participate in the following sports: basketball, pickleball, volleyball, and other permitted activities.

• Recreational Sports: Activities where the primary purpose is participation, with the related goals of improved physical fitness, fun, and social involvement. Recreational sports are usually perceived as being less stressful, both physically and mentally, on the participants.

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