Participant (includes athletes, coaches, and officials) Responsibilities:

1. As a player participating in the Lower Mainland Water Polo League, there will be ZERO TOLERANCE for overly aggressive/physical play as it compromises any player’s right to a safe and enjoyable game.

2. Any punching or similarly violent act will result in immediate ejection from the game and the incident will be subject to review according to Lower Mainland Water Polo League Discipline Procedures.

3. Participants are required to conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner. Failure to act appropriately will result in review according to LMWPL Discipline Procedures and/or individual member club bylaws.

4. Any questionable incidents during LMWPL Games, are required to be followed up by a written incident report by the referees and coaches present during the game. Incident forms are to be kept at all pools, or obtained from club presidents.

5. Participants involved in incidents should issue apologies.