Safe Sport

Every athlete. Every practice. Safe.

Report a Concern Parent & Athlete Training
TEAMGOLDUSA (USA1) and USA Swimming are committed to fostering a fun, healthy, and safe environment for all of its members. For that reason, in addition to the Code of Conduct, we have placed in effect the following policies.

Quick Clickable Links

USA1: Locker Room Monitoring Policy
USA1: Electronic Communications Policy
USA1: Photography Policy
USA1: Action Plan to Address Bullying
USA1: Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Program (MAAPP)
USA1: USA Swimming Safe Sport Best Practice Guidelines
 USA1: Grievance Procedure

Quick Start: How to Report a Concern

If something doesn’t feel right—please speak up. Safe Sport protects everyone on the pool deck: athletes, coaches, parents, and officials.

In immediate danger? Call 911 first, then follow up with the appropriate Safe Sport channel below.
U.S. Center for SafeSport For sexual misconduct, child abuse, or other SafeSport Code violations involving USA Swimming or U.S. Olympic movement participants.
Phone: 833-5US-SAFE (587-7233)
Online: Online Reporting Form
USA Swimming For Code of Conduct, bullying, harassment, or other non-SafeSport Code violations within USA Swimming.
Phone: (719) 866-4578
Online: usaswimming.org/report
Anonymous Text Line To share a concern anonymously with USA Swimming:
Text: 888-270-SWIM (7946)
Club Safe Sport Contact Dana — TEAMGOLDUSA Safe Sport Club Coordinator
Email: dana@teamgoldusa.com
Alternate: safesport@teamgoldusa.com

Not sure which path to use? It’s okay to start with any of the options above. You will never be punished for asking questions or reporting in good faith.

USA Swimming — Report a Concern
Online reporting for Code of Conduct and Safe Sport concerns.
U.S. Center for SafeSport
National reporting for abuse and SafeSport Code violations.
Parent Training
Set expectations, boundaries, and communication norms.
Athlete Training
Age-appropriate Safe Sport education for athletes.

Safe Sport Leadership & Club Contacts

TEAMGOLDUSA follows USA Swimming’s Safe Sport Program and the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy (MAAPP). Our leadership team works together to keep practices, meets, and team events safe, observable, and respectful.

Club Safe Sport Coordinator Dana — Safe Sport Club Coordinator
Email: dana@teamgoldusa.com
Alternate: safesport@teamgoldusa.com
Head Coach Marc Stanley — Head Coach
Email: marc@teamgoldusa.com
Club Leadership / Board General questions or concerns about team policies:
Email: info@teamgoldusa.com

Code of Conduct All TEAMGOLDUSA athletes, parents, coaches, and officials receive our Team Code of Conduct and related Safe Sport policies during registration and are required to review and sign them each year. These signed forms are kept on file with the club registrar.

Policies (MAAPP & Club Guidelines)

USA Swimming’s Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy (MAAPP) sets nationwide standards for how adults interact with minor athletes, including communications, travel, locker rooms, and one-on-one meetings. TEAMGOLDUSA aligns our club policies with MAAPP and Safe Sport Best Practice Guidelines.

MAAPP (Summary)
Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy overview (PDF).
Travel Policy (Local & Team)
Local rides, team travel, lodging, rooming, and chaperones.
Electronic & Social Media
Team channels, one-on-one messaging, group chats, and photo/video rules.
Parent Consent & Code of Conduct
Required consents for travel, transport, media, and treatment.
Meet Marshal & Deck Safety
Deck monitoring, warm-ups, photographers, and locker-room checks.
Safe Sport Best Practice Guidelines
Club-level best practices that support MAAPP and Safe Sport.
  • Two-adult rule: Interactions with minor athletes should be observable and interruptible whenever possible.
  • Locker rooms & changing areas: No phones/cameras; monitoring by designated adults; privacy respected.
  • Electronic communication: Team channels preferred; one-on-one messages follow MAAPP and include parents when required.
  • Travel & transport: Clear rules for who may travel with whom, rooming lists, and written parent consent.
  • Boundaries & behavior: No bullying, hazing, grooming, or retaliation against anyone who reports a concern.

Safe Sport Resources

USA Swimming Safe Sport
Official policies, education, and Safe Sport recognition program.
Sierra Nevada Swimming (SNS)
Local Safe Sport information, contacts, and LSC policies.
Downloads & Forms
Consent forms, Codes of Conduct, and quick-reference PDFs.
What Happens After a Report
Club and national-level steps after a concern is raised.
Anonymous Feedback to the Club
Share concerns or suggestions directly with TEAMGOLDUSA.
Role-based expectations & forms:

Choose your role to see Codes of Conduct, consent forms, and Safe Sport responsibilities.

Athletes Parents & Spectators Coaches & Staff Officials & Meet Staff

Frequently Asked Questions

Who do I contact if I’m not sure where to start? Support
If you’re unsure, you can:
  • Start with the USA Swimming “Report a Concern” page.
  • Contact our Club Safe Sport Coordinator at dana@teamgoldusa.com.
  • In emergencies or if a crime may have occurred, call 911 first.
Is reporting confidential or anonymous? Privacy
USA Swimming and the U.S. Center for SafeSport offer confidential reporting options. You can also send anonymous tips by texting 888-270-SWIM (7946). Sharing concerns in good faith is always encouraged and protected—retaliation is not allowed.
Do athletes and parents have to complete Safe Sport training? Education
Yes, Safe Sport education is strongly encouraged and, for some roles, required. USA Swimming provides free, age-appropriate training for athletes, parents, and adult members. Links are available in the Quick Start section above.
What is MAAPP and how does it affect my family? Policy
The Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy (MAAPP) is a nationwide policy that governs one-on-one interactions, electronic communication, locker rooms, and travel with minor athletes. It’s designed to prevent abuse before it happens. Our club policies are built to follow and support MAAPP.