1. Fairness: All players deserve an opportunity to contribute to the team's success.
2. Development: Player growth and skill improvement are fundamental goals of Swarm Basketball.
3. Team Success: The team's success is paramount, and playing time is awarded based on both individual abilities and what is best for the team.

Guidelines for Playing Time:

1. Skill and Effort: Playing time is influenced by a player's skill level, effort, attitude, and commitment to the team. Coaches will assess these factors to determine a player's playing time.
2. Practice Attendance: Regular attendance at practices and commitment to skill development are essential for earning and maintaining playing time. Players who attend practice consistently and show a willingness to improve will be given priority.
3. Team Dynamics: Coaches will consider how each player contributes to team dynamics, such as teamwork, sportsmanship, and the ability to positively impact the team's performance.
4. Opponent and Game Situation: In some cases, playing time may be adjusted based on the opponent's skill level and the specific game situation. Coaches may allocate more playing time to players who are better suited to the circumstances.
5. Injuries and Illness: Players who are injured or ill and unable to participate fully may not receive the minimum playing time during a game. Their playing time will be adjusted as per the discretion of the coach.
6. Communication: Coaches will communicate with players and parents regarding playing time expectations and decisions. Parents are encouraged to reach out to the coaching staff for clarification and discussion, but these conversations should be conducted in a respectful and constructive manner.

If a player or parent has concerns about playing time decisions, they may request a meeting with the coaching staff to discuss the issue. Such discussions should be carried out respectfully and in a constructive manner. The coaching staff will review the concern and provide feedback and resolution as appropriate.

Parents and players are expected to abide by Swarm Basketball's code of conduct. Inappropriate behavior, including verbal abuse or disrespectful conduct toward coaches, players, or officials, will not be tolerated.