Manhattan Sailing Club
Racing Team Captain
Agreement
Please fax this form to 212-786-1743.
Being a
Team Captain is one of the most important privileges a member can have. Boats
are allocated to members who have demonstrated responsibility, safety and
commitment to the principles of the club.
I,
_____________________________________________________________,
agree to
1) Put
members first. I agree to build my team from other members. I understand
that racing guests are discouraged. If I have a guest who wishes to race more
than a few times, I will ask them to join the club.
2) Not
touch boats. I understand that the quality of our fleet is the highest
priority at the club. I will attempt to prevent any and all contact between my
boat and another. I understand that even the slightest touch can cause damage.
I take responsibility for whenever my boat touches anything.
3) Not
alter my boat. I recognize the club makes a big effort to keep all boats
standardized. I also recognize that boats are used by cruising sailors in
addition to racers and that cruisers like sheets and halyards to be longer. I
will make sure no one from my teams cuts any halyards or sheets, puts tape on
the boat or spinnaker pole, writes on the deck or installs any fittings on the
boats.
4)
Participate in the two required
events. I recognize that the club requires
Racing Teams to participate in two events per year, the Spring Launching and the
Decommissioning. I
will have at least 2 of my team at each event or else make a
$50 contribution per event to the "beer fund" for the other members who do
participate.
5) Put
camaraderie ahead of competition. I understand the club is trying to create
a friendly atmosphere. I understand this is club racing not national or
international competition. I will ensure that my boat exhibits a friendly and
club-like attitude towards other teams. I will not use the rules to take
advantage of situations or cause difficulty to other teams which might not know
the rules as well. If I am involved in an incidence on the water, I will show
leadership among my crew and not blame the other team.
Signature
of Team Captain __________________________________________
Date_____________
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