Why is there a Volunteer Policy?
For many years, Smoky Hill Sharks has had a reputation for running great swim meets. That would not be possible without the support of our amazing parent volunteers. Aside from our coaches, the Smoky Hill Sharks swim team is run entirely by volunteers. By joining the team, it is understood that volunteering is mandatory. We believe in supporting our swimmers and providing them with the best possible swim meet experience.

What is the Volunteer Policy?
Each family is responsible for volunteering at home meets, away meets, Prelims, Championships, and/or All Stars. In addition, we ask that each family volunteer at one “Social Activity” (such as Friday Fun Night, pancake breakfast, end-of-season party, swim-a-thon, etc.) during the season.

Families must work at least one shift during a swim meet (home or away) if a swimmer is participating in that meet. If you have more than one swimmer, you are not required to work multiple shifts. However, everyone is encouraged to pitch in when the need arises, even if your shift requirement for that meet has already been fulfilled. Please note: working several shifts early in the season does not fulfill volunteer requirements later in the season.

How is the Volunteer Policy Enforced?
Effective in the 2025 season, deposit checks will no longer be collected. Instead, the team will charge the credit card on file after two missed volunteer shifts. This fee will only be charged if the volunteer requirements are not fulfilled.

If you are unable to cover a shift you signed up for, it is your responsibility to find a replacement. All changes must be approved by the Volunteer Coordinator. If your swimmer participates in a meet and your family does not fulfill the required volunteer shift, you will be expected to sign up for two shifts at the next home meet.

After two missed volunteer shifts, the $250 fee will be charged. After three missed shifts, your swimmer will no longer be allowed to participate in meets, and your family may not be invited to return to the team in future seasons.

Please note: Missed volunteer shifts—and any resulting missed meets—do not qualify for a refund of registration fees.

What Volunteer Opportunities are Available?
There are numerous ways to help. A full list of volunteer role descriptions can be found here:https://www.teamunify.com/team/mhshs/page/about/descriptions

Some volunteer positions require additional training (such as Stroke & Turn Judges). Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator if you’re interested in these roles or have any questions.