Financial Commitment
Understanding Your Investment in Blue Crush Water Polo
This section provides details about the financial commitment families make to the team. Being part of Blue Crush requires payment of annual membership fee and monthly dues and registration/renewal fees, relevant competition participation costs, and annual fundraising. We also have annual service hours (volunteer time requirement) which may result in additional fees for any un-met hours.
Athletes and their families must be "members in good standing" in order to attend practices, meets/tournaments, and other Blue Crush events. Members in good standing have paid all registration fees, adhere to stated team obligations (dues payment, fundraising, and volunteering), and conform to stated codes of conduct.
Everyone must have a current membership to USA Water Polo, for insurance purposes (the amount of the fee is determined by the entity)
The following financial obligations may be changed by vote of the Blue Crush board once each year.
๐ณ Team Dues & Fees
Athlete Registration Fees & Dues
Blue Crush utilizes TEAM UNIFY software and all billing is done online. Athletes will be issued an online access password when they register with Blue Crush.
Payment Schedule:
- Athletes are required to pay their monthly dues on the 1st of every month to Blue Crush
- Annual affiliation certifications must be submitted and must submit to Blue Crush a copy of their card
- Athletes may not practice or compete until all fees are paid
Late Payment Policy:
- Dues are late if not paid the 5th of each month
- $10 late fee assessed if payment is not received by the 10th of each month
- If dues are not paid the athlete will be restricted from Blue Crush participation
Annual Fee: $90.00
All athletes (new or returning) pay an annual fee that includes:
- 2 team shirts
- 2 team caps
- Administrative costs
๐คฝโโ๏ธ Monthly Dues Structure
Our dues only cover the costs of your teams weekly practice. If your athlete attends game/tournament, those costs for each game/tournament that your athlete is signed up for, will be added to your account and are payable by the 1st of the following month.
Water Polo Monthly Dues:
Starting in September (practices at Parkrose)
| Group | In Parkrose District | Out of Parkrose District |
|---|---|---|
| 12U | $110 | $130 |
| 14U | $110 | $130 |
Starting November 18th (practices inside at Mt Hood)
| Group | Cost |
|---|---|
| 12U | $130 |
| 14U | $130 |
Starting in December (practices at PARKROSE)
| Group | Cost |
|---|---|
| 14U Advanced | $130 |
| High School | $130 |
Starting in March (practices outside at Mt Hood)
| Group | Cost |
|---|---|
| 14U Advanced | $160 |
| High School | $160 |
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Multi-Athlete Family Discounts
Families with multiple athletes receive monthly discounts:
- 2 athletes: $20 discount
- 3 athletes: $50 discount
- 4 athletes: $90 discount
- 5 athletes: $150 discount
๐ Tournament Fees & Coaching
Coaching Fee: $7.00 per game/tournament attended
- First game/tournament of each month: Coaching fee included in monthly dues
- Additional tournaments: $7.00 coaching fee added per game/tournament
Tournament Costs: All tournament entry fees are added to your account and payable by the 1st of the following month.
Important: Athletes are responsible for all fees associated with games/tournaments they register for, even if they fail to attend.
๐ Scholarships
Blue Crush scholarships are available on a need basis to ensure no athlete is deprived of the opportunity to participate for lack of financial means.
Scholarship Details:
- Monthly credit issued PER ACCOUNT (not per athlete)
- Covers 25-75% of monthly dues only
- Limited availability - granted first come, first served
- Must reapply annually
- Requires additional volunteer hours and fundraising commitments
- May be rescinded if accounts are not kept in good standing
Application: Confidential process handled by Executive Committee only.
๐ Departing Members
30-Day Notice Required: Athletes leaving Blue Crush must notify the board and coach via email through the "contact us" tab 30 days prior to departure.
Financial Responsibilities:
- Monthly dues for any practice or competition attended through the last calendar month
- All outstanding dues, fees, and unmet fundraising/volunteer time must be paid
- Fundraising and volunteer obligations prorated through departure month
- Fees are not pro-rated
Extended Absence: Athletes gone more than 30 days will be charged a $50 reinstatement fee per athlete upon return.
Medical Exemptions: Available to suspend dues during medical situations.
๐ Re-Joining the Team
Blue Crush athletes who rejoin after departing must:
- Re-register with Blue Crush and USA Water Polo (if registration has lapsed)
- Pay $30 reinstatement fee per athlete
- Pay current USA Water Polo registration fee
- Must have been a "member in good standing" at time of departure
๐คฝโโ๏ธ Competition Expectations
Blue Crush athletes are expected to participate in competitions - this is where you'll see your hard work pay off and build lasting team memories!
Tournament Participation Policy:
- Athletes register for tournaments they plan to attend
- All associated fees are the athlete's responsibility
- No refunds for registered tournaments not attended
Questions about fees or financial assistance? Contact Coach Gary at [email protected] or 971-275-5394
