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FC DELCO is a member of a select national group of Generation Adidas clubs and is also one of the premier clubs in Pennsylvania and the entire U.S. As such, it requires appropriate conduct from all members throughout the season.
We have worked hard to achieve this recognition and must continue to work hard to maintain and build upon it. In no small measure it is a reflection of the performance and spirit de corps, both on and off the playing field, of the three main components of our club: (1) Players, (2) Coaches; and, (3) Parents.
It is important that all FC DELCO players, coaches, and parents know what is expected of each in their respective roles and as representatives of our club. The following FC DELCO Policies outline these fundamental expectations and responsibilities.
Financial Obligation
FC DELCO relies on income from player fees to contribute toward the expenses incurred by each team and the operational and administrative cost of running the Club. Player fees will vary by team according to factors such as age group, league participation and level of play. Player fees do not include costs associated with required player uniforms, warm ups and practice jerseys, as well as lodging and travel expenses for the player and/or family members. These costs are solely the responsibility of the family.
Player fees are nonrefundable. These fees are not prorated if you leave the Club for any reason.
Payment Schedule
To accept a roster spot on an FC DELCO team, a player must register for the Club through GotSport and pay the initial non-refundable installment within 48 hours of acceptance of a roster spot on a team. This amount will be applied toward your annual player fee. The total amount of player fees due for the season, and the annual installment payment schedule, are noted in GotSport as part of the registration program.
Player fees will be collected automatically via credit card and managed through the player’s GotSport account. The installment schedule for payment of player fees will vary by team.
Players who are withdrawing from the Club must notify their coach and Club Administration, in writing, of their intent to do so.
Multiple Player Families
Families with 3 or more players on FC DELCO teams are eligible to receive a discounted player fee. It is the family’s responsibility to request the discount from Club Administration. A 10% discount will be applied to the player fees of the sibling with the lowest annual player fee. This discount does not apply to uniform purchases, travel costs or any other costs associated with the player’s participation with FC DELCO.
Non-Payment of Fees
Non-payment of fees can lead to playing or travel restrictions or expulsion from the Club. It is the responsibility of the family to maintain valid payment information in their player’s GotSport account to ensure that all payments are successfully processed as scheduled. In the event that payments are not made by the payment due date, FC DELCO staff will contact the family regarding the past due balance. If a player account is 30 days past due, the General Manager and Program Director will be notified that the family is in arrears and the following actions may be taken until the family’s payments are current:
• Player suspended from training
• Player suspended from playing in games, tournaments, showcases
• Player suspended from the team and USYS/ECNL/MLS NEXT notified that the player is not in good standing with FC DELCO.
• Referral to 3rd Party Collections Service
Player accounts must be paid in full prior to being placed on an FC DELCO roster for the following season.
FC DELCO Financial Assistance Program
The FC DELCO Financial Assistance Program provides financial awards toward annual player fees based on financial need. In order to be eligible to receive a need-based award, the financial assistance application must be filled out in its entirety and all requested documents submitted by the date requested. Incomplete applications, and applications submitted without the requested documentation, will not be considered. Families may submit additional information or commentary that will help the FC DELCO Financial Assistance Committee review the application. A player must be registered with FC DELCO to be considered for financial assistance.
Awards vary from year to year based on various factors including the number of applicants and Club resources. Applying for financial assistance does not guarantee an assistance award. FC DELCO utilizes an external financial aid management service to collect basic financial information from applicants and assist in evaluating a family’s financial situation. If additional help is needed in fulfilling your financial obligation to the Club, please contact FC DELCO’s administration.
Mid-Season Roster Additions/Transfers
Player fees for players added/transferred in during a season will be determined by FC DELCO Finance based on the team’s remaining playing season and associated costs.
Injured Players
A player injured for three (3) months or more may receive a reduction in the player fee provided thst the player applies to the Club for a reduction and provides a doctor’s report on the condition of the player, the probable duration of the injury and any recommended physical therapy. The player should indicate on the application whether the player intends to remain on the roster after recovering from the injury and completing any rehabilitation period. The General Manager will review any application for fee reduction and determine whether to grant a reduction and, if so, in what amount. All requests must be received by May 31 of the current season to be considered.
Returning players who are injured at the start of the season and plan to remain active with the team (attend practices, receive team information) with the hopes of returning to the roster after recovering from the injury are expected to register with the Club at the start of the season, prior to attending a team event, and pay the initial installment. Player fees will be assessed for this player upon return to play.
Summer Select Program
Financial policies for the FC DELCO Summer Select Program are the same as the policies for our full year program. All fees paid for the Summer Select program are non refundable. Players who are injured 30 days or more prior to the start of the program and unable to participate in the program entirely may receive a 50% refund provided that the player notifies the Club of the injury in writing and provides a doctor’s report on the condition of the player and probable duration of the injury. After the start date of the Summer Select Program, there will be no refunds or credits issued for any reason.
Programs/Camps/Clinics (excluding Summer Select Program) – Withdrawal/Refund Policy:
Requests for refunds for programs/camps/clinics (excluding the Summer Select Program) will be treated as follows:
● 14 or more days prior – If a player provides written notice of withdrawal to FC DELCO staff (14) or more days prior to the start date of any program/camp/clinic, excluding the Summer Select Program, a player withdrawal will result in a 50% refund.
● 13 or fewer days prior – A player withdrawal (13) or fewer days prior to the start date of any program/camp/clinic, excluding the Summer Select Program, will result in no refund.
● Prior to the start date of any program/camp/clinic, excluding the Summer Select Program, a player withdrawal due to a certified medical reason will result in a refund. FC DELCO will retain $25 of the payment for administrative costs. A written statement from a non-parent medical professional must be provided.
● After the start date of any program/camp/clinic, a player withdrawal for any reason will result in no refund.
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