Online Application Form

Gmail:

Parent(s) or Guardian Names:  Ex. John and Jane Smith or John Doe and Jane Smith 

Phone Number: Please include the best number to reach you if we have any questions.

City: Sterling, Dixon, Rock Falls, Etc.

Does your family attend church regularly?

What church does your family attend?

We believe and teach that there is salvation in none other than Jesus Christ the Son of God.

“Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” John 14:6 ESV

“For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all, which is the testimony given at the proper time.” 1 Timothy 2:5-6 ESV

“Thus it is written, that the Christ should suffer and on the third day rise from the dead, and that repentance for the forgiveness of sins should be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem.” Luke 24:46-47 ESV

“This Jesus is the stone that was rejected by you, the builders, which has become the cornerstone. And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:11-12 ESV

“But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ—by grace you have been saved— and raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, so that in the coming ages he might show the immeasurable riches of his grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus. For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.” Ephesians 2:4-9 ESV

Athlete(s) personal beliefs in relation to the above.

Parents/Guardians would you briefly share the story of your faith in Jesus?

Would you like to add to or explain your older athlete(s) faith journey?

Statement Regarding Marriage and Sexuality:

RRU believes that the term “marriage” has a singular meaning and that this meaning is the union sanctioned by God which joins one biological man and one biological woman in a single, exclusive union, as delineated in Scripture (Genesis 2:18-25; Matthew 19: 4-6).

RRU believes that God intends sexual intimacy to only occur between a man and a woman who are married to each other. RRU believes that any form of sexual immorality, such as adultery, fornication, homosexuality, bisexual conduct, beastiality, incest, pornography or any attempt to change one's sex, or disagreement with one's biological sex, is sinful and offensive to God (Romans 1: 24 – 2:2).

RRU believes that in order to preserve the function and integrity of the organization as a group of members of various local Bodies of Christ, and to provide a biblical role model to the community, it is imperative that all persons employed by the organization in any capacity, or who serve as volunteers, should abide by and agree to this doctrinal statement on marriage and sexuality and conduct themselves accordingly.

This is not to discriminate against an individual based upon his or her sexual orientation or marital status, but rather this is a statute of RRU to obey God in religious freedom so as to abide by such doctrinal beliefs.

Although opposition to comply with the practice of these doctrinal beliefs of marriage and sexuality is to sin against God, RRU believes that God offers redemption and restoration to all who confess and forsake their sin, seeking His mercy and forgiveness through Jesus Christ.

Do you agree with the RRU Statement Regarding Marriage and Sexuality:?

Parent/Guardian(s) and Athletes please enter your full name(s) below as your signature that you have read and agree with the RRU Statement of Faith. 
By typing my name below, I understand and agree that this form of electronic signature has the same legal force and effect as a manual signature.

• The athlete(s) is/are not currently under medical care for any condition that would limit their ability to safely and fully participate in sports, events, and activities with Rock River United.
• Members recognize the possibility of physical injury associated with Rock River United (RRU) activities and, release, discharge and/or otherwise indemnify RRU, its affiliated organizations and sponsors, their employees and associated personnel, including the owners of fields and facilities utilized for the programs, against any claim by or on behalf of the registrant’s participation in the programs.
• An athlete shall participate based on the biological gender noted on the athletes original legible, legal, government-issued Birth Certificate.

I affirm that I have read, understood, and accept the above statements and give my permission for my athletes to participate in sports, events, and activities associated with Rock River United.

Have any of your athlete(s) faced, or are currently facing, suspension or expulsion from a public or private school?

If you answered yes to the previous question, please feel free to explain?

How well does your athlete(s) receive instruction? How do they respond to authority and correction?

• I will come to RRU activities, practices, and games with my heart and mind prepared to honor Christ in word, thought, and action. I will come with a teachable spirit.
• I will be attentive and respectful of all coaches, teammates, opponents, referees, and fans.
• I agree to conduct myself at all times in a manner that glorifies God and brings honor to His name.
• I agree that if I fall short of keeping this commitment, I will receive correction with humility, turn from my error, and prayerfully seek the Lord’s forgiveness and help to regain my commitment.

Do you and your athletes agree to this Integrity Covenant?

Parent/Guardian(s) and Athletes please enter your full name(s) below as your signature that you will honor the RRU Integrity Covenant. 
By typing my name below, I understand and agree that this form of electronic signature has the same legal force and effect as a manual signature.

As a group of Christian families, our witness to others, both in word and action, is very important. “And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father” (Colossians 3:17).

Please read the following carefully.

To encourage the reflection of Biblical standards, values, and character at Rock River United, all members are expected to become familiar with and abide by the standards outlined in this policy.  RRU members and participants are held accountable according to this Code of Conduct. 

1. I will treat any coach, parent, spectator, player, official, or any other attendee with respect regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, or ability.
2. I will not engage in unsportsmanlike conduct with any coach, parent, spectator, player, official, or any other attendee.
3. I will not engage in any behavior which would endanger the health, safety, or well-being of any coach, parent, spectator, player, official, or any other attendee.
4. I will not use drugs and/or alcohol at any time while participating on a RRU Sport’s team. I will not attend, coach, officiate, or participate in an athletic event while under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol. If this occurs, the consequence will be immediate dismissal from the team.
5. I will not use tobacco (including smokeless types) and/or vape while at any athletic event. 
6. I will not engage in the use of profanity while engaging with or representing RRU.
7. I will not engage in verbal or physical threats or abuse aimed at any coach, parent, spectator, player, official, or any other attendee.
8. I will not engage in various online group chats that bully, disparage someone’s character, or threaten a coach, parent, player, official, or any other attendee.
9. I will not initiate a fight or scuffle with any coach, parent, spectator, player, official, or any other attendee.
10. I will not argue with officials or go through the motions indicating dislike or disdain for a decision.
11. I will not make any degrading remarks to or about any official, coach, athlete, or school/team.
12. I will not detain or attempt to stop an official following the contest to request a ruling or explanation of actions taken by the official. I will not follow or “chase” an official after the contest is over.
13. I will not leave the bleachers or stands and enter the playing area to protest, object, criticize, or check on a player’s injury unless called by a coach or official.
14. Players will dress appropriately and modestly for their sport and all RRU functions.
    •  All undergarments are to be concealed and measures are to be taken to ensure undergarments do not show through clothing.
    • White undergarments are to be worn under white or light-colored clothing, and spandex or an undershirt should be worn if necessary.
    • Tops and bottoms should be loose fitting, and midriff should be covered even with arms raised.
    • Shorts should not be rolled in a way that outlines the front or back of the undergarment area, and the hem of shorts should not be tucked up into underwear or spandex.
    • Shorts must completely cover the behind when bending over and should have at least a 5” inseam.
    • Necklines must not be revealing or loose fitting.
    • Areas of dress not mentioned or defined in the above statements including modesty and tastefulness, will be left to Board for interpretation and enforcement.
15. I will honor and show respect to our country and flag by standing while the National Anthem is being played at all RRU sports events.
16. I will adhere to the RRU standards and character expectations at all practices, games, and activities.
17. I will not solicit or promote any alternative lifestyles or gender dysphoria by displaying identifying symbols or phrases on personal clothing, bags, or equipment, at any RRU practices, games or events.
18. I will address all other RRU participants according to their biological sex/gender and will not be forced to use "preferred gender" pronouns.

My family and I agree to be responsible for our words and actions while attending, coaching, officiating, or participating in any RRU athletic event and shall conform my behavior to the Code of Conduct as stated above.

If you or your athlete were to disagree with the RRU Code of Conduct, how would you approach resolving such a disagreement?

Parent/Guardian(s) and Atheletes please enter your full name(s) below as your signature that you will abide by the RRU Code of Conduct. 
By typing my name below, I understand and agree that this form of electronic signature has the same legal force and effect as a manual signature.

Any member family, coach, or athlete participant neglectful of his or her agreement to the Rock River United Statement of Faith and/or Code of Conduct, may have their membership relationship terminated at the determination of the board.

The board may opt to implement a three-strike disciplinary process. In this case the member or participant will be given a verbal warning on the first offence. After a verbal warning has been given, members or participants in violation will receive a written warning and be asked to schedule a meeting with the board.

If a third warning is needed, an immediate suspension will be implemented until the event can be reviewed by the board. At any point in the disciplinary process, the board reserves the right to terminate membership.

Rock River United reserves the right to suspend participation or terminate membership of any member or participant at any point in the disciplinary process if it is deemed that the presence of said person(s) is disruptive or could otherwise cause disunity in the operation of the collective.

Do you understand the RRU Discipline and Termination plan?

• Members recognize that the RRU Leadership adheres to the RRU Statements of Faith and that these beliefs will be emphasized during practices and games.
• Members acknowledge that while all coaches must sign the statement of faith, RRU itself is not responsible for the conduct of each coach.
• Members understand that RRU leadership will not conform to alternative lifestyle beliefs or adjust the way training is conducted in order to appease alternative lifestyles and beliefs that may not align with the Statement of Faith.
• RRU leadership (directors, coaches, managers) will only use pronouns for a player or parent in/ accordance with their biological sex/gender at birth.

I acknowledge RRUs Leadership Standards.

Do you agree to pay applicable fees associated with your membership?