Safe Sport
The Whitecaps of Westlake (WOW) is committed to providing a safe swimming experience for all participants. By adopting and adhering to the best practices provided by USA Swimming, we aim to prevent abuse from occurring and to respond to misconduct appropriately and without hesitation.
Information on Reporting
Whitecaps of Westlake Safe Sport Coordinator:
Jen Jones
USA SWIMMING
To deal with a Safe Sport concern, contact USA Swimming at (719) 866-4578
Contact the U.S. Center for Safe Sport to make a report.
Call 833-5US-SAFE (587-7233) or use the online reporting form or find more information at http://www.uscenterforsafesport.org/
Text anonymous tips to 888-270-SWIM (7946)
Safe Sport is USA Swimming’s comprehensive abuse-prevention program, which consists of a multi-layered approach to keep kids safe.
Whitecaps of Westlake Safe Sport Policies
Online Education and Information
Members of WOW are strongly encouraged to take the appropriate online Safe Sport course and review the associated Safe Sport materials from USA Swimming below.
- Free Safe Sport Training for Athletes
- Free Safe Sport Training for Parents
- USA Swimming Main Safe Sport Page
- USA Swimming Reporting Forms
- USA Swimming Best Practice Guidelines
- USA Swimming Athlete Protection Policies
- USA Swimming Athlete Protection Training (Mandatory for Non-Athlete Members)
WOW Resources Related to Safe Sport
WOW also established the following policies, procedures, etc. for our members in support of Safe Sport:
- WOW Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy
- WOW Athlete Code of Conduct
- WOW Parent Code of Conduct
- WOW Coach Code of Conduct
- WOW Grievance Procedure
- WOW-Safe Sport Bullying Action Plan
- WOW-Safe Sport Photography Policy
