Club Sports Participation Rules

  1. Eligibility Form: Before you join the St. Olaf Club Sports program, which means before you participate in any practice or competition, you MUST provide the Coordinator of Intramurals and Club Sports with proof of comprehensive health insurance and clear a health check with the College Health Services.
  2. Clubs MUST submit a roster to the Coordinator of Intramurals and Club Sports prior to the start of each season.
  3. Club leadership will ensure appropriate safety measures are taken during travel, practice and competition. Members must pass swimming requirements in water sports and guarantee that all equipment meets basic safety requirements.
  4. NO alcohol, tobacco or drugs are allowed at any St. Olaf Club Sports sponsored event.
  5. Travel should be in a College vehicle and a travel roster must be filed with the Coordinator.
  6. schedule of competitions and practices, along with travel plans, should be on file with the Coordinator including dates, times, locations, opponents etc.
  7. A club will have at least two (2) recognized officers, nominally a president or treasurer (or captains). Student leaders are expected to communicate with members and the Coordinator. They are responsible for the club?s adherence to all rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
  8. Participants are reminded that they are sponsored by St. Olaf College and as such they represent the College and the Athletic Department, as well as their clubs. It is expected that they will do so in a positive and sporting manner.
  9. Failure of clubs or individuals to adhere to Club Sport policies will results in disciplinary action determined by the Coordinator of Intramurals and Club Sports, the Director of Recreation, the Athletic Director and anyone else involved with the situation. Individuals and clubs can be put on probation or have privileges suspended. Clubs with serious or repeat violations may lose sponsorship.