Sports Clubs
The following is a list of club sports at College of Business Administration, Al –Kharj
· Soccer
· Basketball
· Table Tennis
· Gymnastic
· Badminton
General Principles
CBAK, King Saud University is a research institution committed to the standards of academic excellence and to maintaining a diversity of academic and extracurricular programs for its students.
Athletics is an important and integral part of the college experience. Athletics contribute to the development of such intangible attributes as leadership, initiative and willingness to work cooperatively toward a goal. A thriving sports activity generates a positive campus spirit and atmosphere, enhancing the quality of student life.
Intercollegiate varsity, club sports activities complement rather than compete with each other since each meets the needs of different student groups and serves different purposes.
Three basic principles help govern intercollegiate athletics at CBAK: first, student-athletes are to be regarded as students first; second, the physical and academic welfare of student-athletes shall be the paramount concern and responsibility of all department personnel; and third, the University is committed to equality of opportunity and equity in support of all teams.
All of us here at CBAK strive to create a campus environment in which students can flourish intellectually, athletically and personally. We provide programs and services to support, engage and challenge our students. CBAK is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment for all that is fair, humane and responsible- an environment which supports, nurtures and rewards career and educational advancement on the basis of ability and performance.
We expect our students, as members of the CBAK community to be thoughtful, to take responsibility for their own actions, to practice responsible citizenship and to respect the rights of others.
Objectives of the Club sports at CBAK
The club sports program's purposes and objectives are to provide a wide variety of exciting physical activities geared toward fostering a lifetime of participation and interest in sports. Some club sports at CBAK are primarily social or recreational and instructional rather than competitive.
i. The purpose of the club sports program is to offer individuals an opportunity to join an organized group involved in a sporting, recreational, or competitive activity. Club sports should foster sportsmanship, fitness, and recreation.
ii. The club sports program offers special interest groups an opportunity to participate in organized sporting or recreational activities in both informal and formal instructional settings and to provide an opportunity to improve skills in a particular sport.
iii. The club sports program provides a basis for feelings of belonging and understanding among individuals through a shared interest in a club sport.
iv. The club sports program offers students an opportunity to develop skills in leadership, organization, administration and management. Student leadership should be encouraged and cultivated.
Sports Club Membership
The following guidelines apply for individual eligibility for participation in a club sport at CBAK.
I-Students: Students must be registered and matriculating, in good standing, and not be on academic or disciplinary probation.
II-Registration: Each club sport registers once with the department.
Services Available for club sports
The Sports committee will provide office services and assistance for club sports in the following areas:
v. Administrative assistance and guidance
vi. Budget proposal meeting
vii. Information on budget expenditures
viii. Facility scheduling
ix. Information on handling injuries
x. Mailboxes - it is recommended that club sports correspondence be mailed to:
President, Sports Committee College of Business Administration Al Kharj
King Saud University P.O Box 165 Al Kharj 11942 Saudi Arabia
Email: sportscommitteecbak@hotmail.com
Club Sports Scheduling of Intercollegiate Events
a. Clubs may compete ONLY against like institutions, i.e. Colleges and Universities
b. All scheduling of club sports intercollegiate competitions must be approved by the Dean. .
The Membership Office Hours are:
Saturday, Sunday, Mon., Tues., Wed.: 12:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Thurs., Friday: Closed
Practice Seasons and Schedules
a. Each sports club captain will meet with the Dean prior to one week before their first practice to discuss plans for their team's practice season. Copies of the practice schedule will be approved by the Dean.
b. Missed Class Time-Sports Committee President will not permit student-athletes to miss classes (or part of a class) in order to attend a home practice, nor may students be required to miss classes to attend competitions.
c. Once the team's official season is declared, captains will submit changes only for their weekly requests for practice facilities to the Dean by Wednesday at noon, two weeks prior.
d. Clubs may practice as little as two days a week or as much as three days a week depending on the sports club goals and objectives.
Committee Sport President/Captain Responsibilities
a. President report directly to the Dean of the college. The president should help the instructor, advisor, and Dean with any necessary duties.
b. Submit a semester report of club's activities.
c. Know and work with all club sports officials and members.
d. Know all your club sports responsibilities regarding organization, administration, and management.
c. Make sure to check the mailbox regularly.
e. For certain club sports, captains may assume the duties of the president.