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Women’s Pinball Tournament Code of Conduct
This Code of Conduct exists to ensure that all participants, volunteers, organizers, sponsors, and spectators experience a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment at our women’s pinball tournaments. By attending or participating, you agree to uphold the following standards.
1. Our Commitment
We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and fun space that celebrates competition, camaraderie, and community. Discrimination, harassment, or exclusion of any kind will not be tolerated.
2. Expected Behaviour
All participants and attendees are expected to:
- Treat everyone with respect, kindness, and professionalism.
- Support an inclusive environment regardless of skill level, background, identity, or experience.
- Compete fairly and honestly, following all tournament rules and IFPA standards where applicable.
- Communicate clearly and calmly, especially during competitive or stressful moments.
- Respect tournament staff, volunteers, scorekeepers, and rulings made by officials.
- Be mindful of personal space and consent at all times.
- Help create a positive atmosphere that encourages learning, growth, and fun.
3. Unacceptable Behaviour
The following behaviours are not permitted:
- Harassment, intimidation, bullying, or discrimination in any form.
- Offensive, derogatory, or sexual language, jokes, gestures, or imagery.
- Unwanted physical contact or invasion of personal space.
- Disruptive behaviour that interferes with gameplay or the enjoyment of others.
- Excessive intoxication or substance use that impacts safety or conduct.
- Cheating, score manipulation, or intentional rule violations.
- Retaliation against anyone who reports a concern in good faith.
4. Sportsmanship & Gameplay
- Respect machines, equipment, and venue property.
- Accept wins and losses with grace.
- Raise rules questions respectfully and through appropriate channels.
- Do not coach or interfere with active players unless permitted by tournament rules.
5. Reporting Concerns
If you experience or witness behaviour that violates this Code of Conduct:
- Report it to a tournament director, organizer, or designated staff member as soon as possible.
Reports will be handled discreetly and taken seriously. You may report concerns for yourself or on behalf of someone else.
6. Consequences
Organizers reserve the right to take any action deemed appropriate, including:
- Verbal warning
- Temporary removal from the tournament area
- Match forfeiture or disqualification
- Removal from the event without refund
- Ban from future events
Consequences will be based on the severity and context of the behaviour.
7. Scope
This Code of Conduct applies to:
- All tournament-related activities
- In-person and online communications related to the event
- Event spaces including venues, after-parties, and official social spaces
8. Shared Responsibility
A great tournament experience is a shared responsibility. We encourage everyone to look out for one another, speak up when something feels off, and help maintain the supportive spirit of women’s pinball.
Thank you for being part of our community and helping make our tournaments safe, empowering, and fun for everyone.
Questions?
We’d love to hear from you! Reach out at: arkangelspinball@gmail.com
