Common use of Team Selection & Eligibility Clause in Contracts

Team Selection & Eligibility. This section of the Agreement addresses general eligibility requirements and how a team is selected. Eligibility refers to whether an athlete is qualified for, or allowed to take part as a member of a specific team that is managed by the NSO based on certain criteria. Team selection is the specific process by which any given team is selected, for example, for a specific competition. Competition-specific selection criteria can be found at the link provided in this section. As a general principle, it is important to have clearly outlined terms as to how teams are selected to ensure that prospective team members understand how they will be selected and can prepare accordingly. The more ambiguity or vague language that a set of criteria has, the more likely that there will be confusion, which can lead to disputes between an Athlete and an NSO. At section 5(h), the NSO is required to conduct selection of members in conformity with “generally accepted principles of natural justice and procedural fairness.” These are legal terms, which give rights to groups and individuals who are affected by the decisions made by a decision-making body, in this case, the NSO. For example, if an Athlete is not selected to a team, the Athlete should clearly understand why that is the case. They have a right to know the reasons for the decision. Another example is that an Athlete should have the right to appeal a decision where they believe the decision was made unfairly, with bias, or having improperly applied the criteria. While these legal concepts are nuanced and complex when they are applied, the most important thing for the Athlete to understand is that they have rights when the NSO’s decisions affect them, and should not hesitate to ask questions if they believe they have been unfairly treated during team selection, or in any other situation. This section also explains that the NSO is responsible for identifying how an Athlete can stay on the specific team once they are chosen. If the NSO’s obligations in this section and requirements in a given selection policy are not followed, an Athlete can file a Notice of Appeal by the appropriate deadline pursuant to the [name of NSO Appeals Policy]. It is important that the Athlete also understands their responsibilities under this section. The Athlete is responsible for reading all information on team selection and eligibility provided by the NSO. Additionally, the Athlete may be responsible for remaining in “good standing” as per the eligibility criteria and per the rules/policies of the NSO, which can be found on the NSO’s website and as an appendix to this Agreement. For example, if the Athlete has to miss a competition or training camp for a legitimate reason, they must inform the NSO to ensure that they will not be penalized and/or jeopardize their standing on the team.

Team Selection & Eligibility. This GENERAL OVERVIEW: In this section of the Agreement addresses Agreement, general eligibility requirements and how a team is selectedselected are addressed. Eligibility refers to whether an athlete is qualified for, for or allowed to take part as a member of a specific team that is managed by the NSO RCA based on certain criteria. Team selection is the specific process by which any given team is selected, for example, for a specific event or competition. CompetitionEvent-specific selection criteria can be found at the link provided in this section. As a general principle, it is important to have clearly outlined terms as to how teams are selected to ensure that prospective team members understand how they will be selected and can prepare accordingly. The more ambiguity or vague language that a set of criteria has, the more likely that there will be confusion, which can lead to disputes between an Athlete and an NSO. At section 5(h), the NSO RCA is required to conduct selection of members in conformity with “generally accepted principles of natural justice and procedural fairness.” These are legal terms, which give rights to groups and individuals who are affected by the decisions made by a decision-making body, in this case, the NSORCA. For example, if an Athlete is not selected to a team, the Athlete should clearly understand why that is the case. They have a right to know the reasons for the decision. Another example is that an Athlete should have the right to appeal a decision where they believe the decision was made unfairly, with bias, or having improperly applied the criteria. While these legal concepts are nuanced and complex when they are applied, the most important thing for the Athlete to understand is that they have rights when the NSORCA’s decisions affect them, them and should not hesitate to ask questions if they believe they have been unfairly treated during team selection, or in any other situation. This section also explains that the NSO RCA is responsible for identifying how an Athlete can stay on the specific team once they are chosenselected. If the NSORCA’s obligations in this section and requirements in a given selection policy are not followed, an Athlete can file a Notice of Appeal by the appropriate deadline pursuant to the [name of NSO Appeals Policy]deadline. It is important that the Athlete also understands their responsibilities under this section. The Athlete is responsible for reading all information on team selection and eligibility provided by the NSORCA. Additionally, the Athlete may be responsible for remaining in “good standing” as per the eligibility criteria and per the rules/policies of the NSORCA, which can be found on the NSORCA’s website and as an appendix to this Agreement. For example, if the Athlete has to miss a competition or training camp for a legitimate reason, they must inform the NSO RCA to ensure that they will not be penalized and/or jeopardize their standing on the team.

Team Selection & Eligibility. This section of the Agreement addresses general eligibility requirements and how a team is selected. Eligibility refers to whether an athlete is qualified for, or allowed to take part as a member of a specific team that is managed by the NSO based on certain criteria. Team selection is the specific process by which any given team is selected, for example, for a specific event or competition. CompetitionEvent-specific selection criteria can be found at the link provided in this section. As a general principle, it is important to have clearly outlined terms as to how teams are selected to ensure that prospective team members understand how they will be selected and can prepare accordingly. The more ambiguity or vague language that a set of criteria has, the more likely that there will be confusion, which can lead to disputes between an Athlete and an NSO. At section 5(h), the NSO is required to conduct selection of members in conformity with “generally accepted principles of natural justice and procedural fairness.” These are legal terms, which give rights to groups and individuals who are affected by the decisions made by a decision-making body, in this case, the NSO. For example, if an Athlete is not selected to a team, the Athlete should clearly understand why that is the case. They have a right to know the reasons for the decision. Another example is that an Athlete should have the right to appeal a decision where they believe the decision was made unfairly, with bias, or having improperly applied the criteria. While these legal concepts are nuanced and complex when they are applied, the most important thing for the Athlete to understand is that they have rights when the NSO’s decisions affect them, and should not hesitate to ask questions if they believe they have been unfairly treated during team selection, or in any other situation. This section also explains that the NSO is responsible for identifying how an Athlete can stay on the specific team once they are chosen. If the NSO’s obligations in this section and requirements in a given selection policy are not followed, an Athlete can file a Notice of Appeal by the appropriate deadline pursuant to the [name of NSO Appeals Policy]. It is important that the Athlete also understands their responsibilities under this section. The Athlete is responsible for reading all information on team selection and eligibility provided by the NSO. Additionally, the Athlete may be responsible for remaining in “good standing” as per the eligibility criteria and per the rules/policies of the NSO, which can be found on the NSO’s website and as an appendix to this Agreement. For example, if the Athlete has to miss a competition or training camp for a legitimate reason, they must inform the NSO to ensure that they will not be penalized and/or jeopardize their standing on the team.

Team Selection & Eligibility. This GENERAL OVERVIEW: In this section of the Agreement addresses Agreement, general eligibility requirements and how a team is selectedselected are addressed. Eligibility refers to whether an athlete is qualified for, for or allowed to take part as a member of a specific team that is managed by the NSO RCA based on certain criteria. Team selection is the specific process by which any given team is selected, for example, for a specific event or competition. CompetitionEvent-specific selection criteria can be found at the link provided in this section. As a general principle, it is important to have clearly outlined terms as to how teams are selected to ensure that prospective team members understand how they will be selected and can prepare accordingly. The more ambiguity or vague language that a set of criteria has, the more likely that there will be confusion, which can lead to disputes between an Athlete and an NSO. At section 5(h), the NSO RCA is required to conduct selection of members in conformity with “generally accepted principles of natural justice and procedural fairness.” These are legal terms, which give rights to groups and individuals who are affected by the decisions made by a decision-making body, in this case, the NSORCA. For example, if an Athlete is not selected to a team, the Athlete should clearly understand why that is the case. They have a right to know the reasons for the decision. Another example is that an Athlete should have the right to appeal a decision where they believe the decision was made unfairly, with bias, or having improperly applied the criteria. While these legal concepts are nuanced and complex when they are applied, the most important thing for the Athlete to understand is that they have rights when the NSORCA’s decisions affect them, and should not hesitate to ask questions if they believe they have been unfairly treated during team selection, or in any other situation. This section also explains that the NSO RCA is responsible for identifying how an Athlete can stay on the specific team once they are chosenselected. If the NSORCA’s obligations in this section and requirements in a given selection policy are not followed, an Athlete can file a Notice of Appeal by the appropriate deadline pursuant to the [name of NSO Appeals Policy]deadline. It is important that the Athlete also understands their responsibilities under this section. The Athlete is responsible for reading all information on team selection and eligibility provided by the NSORCA. Additionally, the Athlete may be responsible for remaining in “good standing” as per the eligibility criteria and per the rules/policies of the NSORCA, which can be found on the NSORCA’s website and as an appendix to this Agreement. For example, if the Athlete has to miss a competition or training camp for a legitimate reason, they must inform the NSO RCA to ensure that they will not be penalized and/or jeopardize their standing on the team.

Team Selection & Eligibility. This GENERAL OVERVIEW: In this section of the Agreement addresses Agreement, general eligibility requirements and how a team is selectedselected are addressed. Eligibility refers to whether an athlete is qualified for, or allowed to take part as a member of a specific team that is managed by the NSO RCA based on certain criteria. Team selection is the specific process by which any given team is selected, for example, for a specific event or competition. CompetitionEvent-specific selection criteria can be found at the link provided in this section. As a general principle, it is important to have clearly outlined terms as to how teams are selected to ensure that prospective team members understand how they will be selected and can prepare accordingly. The more ambiguity or vague language that a set of criteria has, the more likely that there will be confusion, which can lead to disputes between an Athlete and an NSO. At section 5(h), the NSO RCA is required to conduct selection of members in conformity with “generally accepted principles of natural justice and procedural fairness.” These are legal terms, which give rights to groups and individuals who are affected by the decisions made by a decision-making body, in this case, the NSORCA. For example, if an Athlete is not selected to a team, the Athlete should clearly understand why that is the case. They have a right to know the reasons for the decision. Another example is that an Athlete should have the right to appeal a decision where they believe the decision was made unfairly, with bias, or having improperly applied the criteria. While these legal concepts are nuanced and complex when they are applied, the most important thing for the Athlete to understand is that they have rights when the NSORCA’s decisions affect them, and should not hesitate to ask questions if they believe they have been unfairly treated during team selection, or in any other situation. This section also explains that the NSO RCA is responsible for identifying how an Athlete can stay on the specific team once they are chosenselected. If the NSORCA’s obligations in this section and requirements in a given selection policy are not followed, an Athlete can file a Notice of Appeal by the appropriate deadline pursuant to the [name of NSO Appeals Policy]deadline. It is important that the Athlete also understands their responsibilities under this section. The Athlete is responsible for reading all information on team selection and eligibility provided by the NSORCA. Additionally, the Athlete may be responsible for remaining in “good standing” as per the eligibility criteria and per the rules/policies of the NSORCA, which can be found on the NSORCA’s website and as an appendix to this Agreement. For example, if the Athlete has to miss a competition or training camp for a legitimate reason, they must inform the NSO RCA to ensure that they will not be penalized and/or jeopardize their standing on the team.

Team Selection & Eligibility. This GENERAL OVERVIEW: In this section of the Agreement addresses Agreement, general eligibility requirements and how a team is selectedselected are addressed. Eligibility refers to whether an athlete is qualified for, for or allowed to take part as a member of a specific team that is managed by the NSO RCA based on certain criteria. Team selection is the specific process by which any given team is selected, for example, for a specific event or competition. CompetitionEvent-specific selection criteria can be found at the link provided in this section. As a general principle, it is important to have clearly outlined terms as to how teams are selected to ensure that prospective team members understand how they will be selected and can prepare accordingly. The more ambiguity or vague language that a set of criteria has, the more likely that there will be confusion, which can lead to disputes between an Athlete and an NSO. At section 5(h), the NSO RCA is required to conduct selection of members in conformity with “generally accepted principles of natural justice and procedural fairness.” These are legal terms, terms which give rights to groups and individuals who are affected by the decisions made by a decision-making body, in this case, the NSORCA. For example, if an Athlete is not selected to a team, the Athlete should clearly understand why that is the case. They have a right to know the reasons for the decision. Another example is that an Athlete should have the right to appeal a decision where they believe the decision was made unfairly, with bias, or having improperly applied the criteria. While these legal concepts are nuanced and complex when they are applied, the most important thing for the Athlete to understand is that they have rights when the NSORCA’s decisions affect them, them and should not hesitate to ask questions if they believe they have been unfairly treated during team selection, or in any other situation. This section also explains that the NSO RCA is responsible for identifying how an Athlete can stay on the specific team once they are chosenselected. If the NSORCA’s obligations in this section and requirements in a given selection policy are not followed, an Athlete can may file a Notice of an appeal as permitted by the RCA Appeal Policy by the appropriate deadline pursuant to the [name of NSO Appeals Policy]deadline. It is important that the Athlete also understands their responsibilities under this section. The Athlete is responsible for reading all information on team selection and eligibility provided by the NSORCA. Additionally, the Athlete may be responsible for remaining in “good standing” as per the eligibility criteria and per the rules/policies of the NSORCA, which can be found on the NSORCA’s website and as an appendix to this Agreementwebsite. For example, if the Athlete has to miss a competition or training camp for a legitimate reason, they must inform the NSO RCA to ensure that they will not be penalized and/or jeopardize their standing on the team.