In consideration of my minor child or ward being permitted to participate in the Event and activities referenced above (collectively, the “Event”), I hereby attest that, after reading this Sports Event Participation Waiver completely and carefully, I acknowledge that participation in the Event by my child is entirely voluntary, and that I understand and agree as follows:
RELEASE AND INDEMNITY: In consideration of the acceptance of my child or ward to participate in the Event, I agree, on behalf of my child or ward, to assume the risks incidental to such participation (risks may include, among others, muscle injuries, broken bones, concussion), and on behalf of myself, my child or ward, and my and my child’s or ward’s heirs, executors and administrators, hereby waive, release, covenant not to sue, and forever discharge the Releasees defined below of and from all liabilities, claims, actions and causes of action, damages, costs and/or expenses of any nature including, but not limited to, attorney’s fees and costs arising out of or in any way connected with the participation of my child or ward in such activity. I further agree to indemnify and hold each of the Releases harmless against any and all such liabilities, claims, actions and causes of action, damages, costs or expenses, including, but not limited to, attorney’s fees and costs. I understand that this waiver and release and indemnity agreement includes any claims based on the negligence, action or inaction of any of the above Releases and covers bodily injury (including death) and property damage, whether suffered by my child or ward before, during or after such participation. The Releases are: Gordon Sports, Gordon Sports coaches and officers, directors, employees, agents, volunteers, independent contractors, representatives, affiliates, successors and assigns of each of the foregoing.
PHYSICAL CONDITION/MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION: I hereby certify that my child or ward is physically fit for participation in the event and has the skill level required in conjunction with the Event, and I have not been advised otherwise. I agree to notify the coaching staff of any preexisting medical or psychological conditions. I further authorize any emergency first aid, medication, medical treatment or surgery deemed necessary by the attending medical personnel if I am not able to act on my child’s or ward’s behalf, at my cost; however, I acknowledge that the Releasees shall have no duty, obligation, or liability arising out of the provision of, or failure to provide, medical treatment.
EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES INSPECTION: I agree that before my child or ward participates in any activity conducted in conjunction with the Event, I understand that I have the right to inspect the camp/ training facility and should I, my child or ward, observe any unsafe field conditions we will immediately advise the coaches. I understand that I have the right to refuse to let my child or ward participate in the Event until all unsafe conditions observed by me, or my child or ward, have been remedied.
PRE-CAMP/TRAINING HEALTH SCREENING
You also acknowledge the following by dropping your child off at camp OR at Training on the first day/ EVERY day:
• My child will not have been around anyone with any of the listed symptoms above or diagnosis of COVID19 in the 7 days before the start of camp.
• No one in our household will have been sick in the 7 days prior to camp
• My child will not have traveled by air or traveled out of state in the 7 days prior to camp.
• My child will have adhered to our state’s guidelines regarding COVID19
By signing this waiver I acknowledge that I have read through these guidelines:
Gordon Sports has created a detailed document of health and safety guidelines to implement at all Gordon Sports in-person youth programs. All participants will be required to abide by the following guidelines in order to prioritize and maintain the health and safety of all participants, parents and staff.
Health & Safety Guideline Contents: 1. Arrival 2. In-Session 3. Dismissal
ARRIVAL Ensuring the health and safety of our players, coaches and staff is our highest priority. Please be aware of these guidelines as they can ensure the safety of all participating.
1.1 BEFORE YOU LEAVE YOUR HOUSE
• If the participant has a temperature over 100.4 degrees, persistent cough, or other indications of illness, please do not leave your home.
• Please wash your hands with soap and water to ensure safety of players, coaches, and staff.
• There will be no communal water. All players must have their own individual water and clearly mark their name on it.
• Please bring your own equipment. This includes the soccer ball Please have your child bring their ball, water, sunscreen
1.2 ARRIVAL AND CHECK-IN
Please note that due to COVID-19 we introduced a lot of these procedures as mandatory in 2020. Depending on the Gordon Sports/Local County guidelines it may be deemed necessary to continue to implement these in 2021 and beyond. This will vary from location to location on our in person programs. Please use the contact us section on our website if you want further information.
• Check-in procedures will be conducted every day of the program.
• All Gordon Sports staff will be wearing masks if deemed necessary by Gordon Sports/Local County guidelines upon arrival, dismissal and at certain times during camps.
• Having only one parent or guardian present per family is recommended during check-in.
• The name and contact information for every parent/guardian involved in check-in will be recorded.
• If deemed necessary by Gordon Sports/Local County guidelines, we will ask you to please maintain a six-foot distance from the family in front of and behind you while waiting to check-in.
• Masks are not mandatory for participants but may be highly recommended depending upon Local County guidelines.
• After check-in, if deemed necessary by Gordon Sports/Local County guidelines, players may be given a personal area for their gear and may be asked to sanitize their hands before heading to their designated area to warm-up.
• Players should leave their car ready to play upon arrival. Please put on shoes/cleats to avoid having unnecessary belongings in the playing area.
Additional questions that participants may be asked each day at check-in:
1. Do you feel sick? If yes, what symptoms do you have:
• Fever
• Headache
• General aches/pains
• Fatigue, weakness
• Extreme exhaustion
• Stuffy nose
• Sneezing
• Sore throat
• Dry cough
• Shortness of breath
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Upset stomach
• Vomiting
• Difficulty breathing
• Runny nose
2. Have you had a fever over 100.4 degrees in the last 48 hours?
3. Have you or a member of your household traveled within the last 14 days?
4. Have you come into contact with anyone who has tested positive for or is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19?
Affirmative answers to any of the questions above may prevent players from participating, at Gordon Sports sole discretion.
2.IN-SESSION- The following expectations may be required of players, coaches and staff at all times:
• Social distancing will be enforced; players must maintain a distance of at least six feet apart throughout each session. Group sizes will follow your local State and local health authority guidelines.
• There will be no physical interaction between players or coaches at any time. This includes 1v1 exercises, rondos, and scrimmages (This may vary according to local health guidelines).
• If deemed necessary by Gordon Sports/Local County guidelines, each individual will have a personal playing area to work in and a designated spot for their belongings; each of which will be at least six feet away from other participants.
• Equipment will be sanitized before and after each session.
• Masks are not mandatory for participants but are highly recommended and the rules of the state or province will ultimately be the ones we adhere to.
• Coaches will wear masks when needed during practices but will maintain social distancing guidelines during each practice and the rules of the state or province will ultimately be the ones we adhere to.
• Sanitation breaks will be required during every water break.
• No handshakes, fist bumps, or group celebrations. No huddles or small group gatherings will be permitted.
• Parents, guardians and family members are restricted from entering the area of play at any time. Families are permitted to observe from outside the area of play, as designated by Gordon Sports, as long as they maintain social distancing from other observers. Parents are strongly encouraged to remain in their vehicles for the duration of each session.
• Only coaches should touch goals, cones, and other equipment throughout each session. Pinnies will not be used during these sessions.
• If an injury occurs during a session, the immediate health and safety of the injured player will remain a top priority. Care will be taken when addressing small injuries (i.e. handing out band-aids, etc.). Parents will be notified immediately if their assistance is needed with injury care.
• Failure to adhere to these rules may result in dismissal from the program.
3. DISMISSAL-
•Once the session has finished, players will be directed by the coaches of how and when to depart the field.
• Players will not be blindly sent into the parking lot to look for their parents.
• Parents are encouraged to remain visible in or near their car and coaches will dismiss players one at a time to maintain social distancing. We recommend parents stand outside of their vehicles, while maintaining social distancing from others, at the end of each session to assist with dismissal procedures. A site supervisor will assist throughout the process.
• Upon exiting the field, players must stop at designated sanitation stations to wash and disinfect their hands.
• Players should go directly to their car upon using the sanitation station.
COVID-19 WAIVER
These terms and conditions are incorporated into this general liability agreement as of June 2nd, 2020.
WAIVER/RELEASE FOR COMMUNICABLE DISEASES INCLUDING COVID-19
ASSUMPTION OF RISK / WAIVER OF LIABILITY / INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT
All CDC guidelines and distancing protocols have been implemented for the safety of all players, and coaching staff. In consideration of being allowed to participate in one of our camp programs and related events, the undersigned acknowledges, appreciates, and agrees to the following. Participation includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to MRSA, influenza, and COVID-19. While rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious illness and death does exist; and,
1. I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others and assume full responsibility for my participation.
2. I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation as regards protection against infectious diseases. If, however, I observe any unusual or significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest official immediately.
3. I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS (Gordon Sports ) their officers, officials, agents, and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event (“RELEASEES”), WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL ILLNESS, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND SIGN IF FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT.
FOR PARTICIPANTS OF MINORITY AGE (UNDER AGE 18 AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION)
This is to certify that I, as parent/guardian, with legal responsibility for this participant, have read and explained the provisions in this waiver/release to my child/ward including the risks of presence and participation and his/her personal responsibilities for adhering to the rules and regulations for protection against communicable diseases. Furthermore, my child/ward understands and accepts these risks and responsibilities. I for myself, my spouse, and child/ward do consent and agree to his/her release provided above for all the Releasees and myself, my spouse, and child/ward do release and agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Releasees for any and all liabilities incident to my minor child’s/ward’s presence or participation in these activities as provided above, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THEIR NEGLIGENCE, to the fullest extent provided by law.
NOTICE TO THE MINOR CHILD’S PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN
READ THIS FORM COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY. YOU ARE AGREEING TO LET YOUR MINOR CHILD ENGAGE IN A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS ACTIVITY. YOU ARE AGREEING THAT, EVEN IF RELEASEES USE REASONABLE CARE IN PROVIDING THIS ACTIVITY, THERE IS A CHANCE YOUR CHILD MAY BE SERIOUSLY INJURED BY PARTICIPATING IN THIS ACTIVITY BECAUSE THERE ARE CERTAIN DANGERS INHERENT IN THE ACTIVITY WHICH CANNOT BE AVOIDED OR ELIMINATED. BY SIGNING THIS FORM YOU ARE GIVING UP YOUR CHILD’S RIGHT AND YOUR RIGHT TO RECOVER FROM RELEASEES IN A LAWSUIT FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH, TO YOUR CHILD OR ANY PROPERTY DAMAGE THAT RESULTS FROM THE RISKS THAT ARE A NATURAL PART OF THE ACTIVITY. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE TO SIGN THIS FORM, AND RELEASEES HAVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE TO LET YOUR CHILD PARTICIPATE IF YOU DO NOT SIGN THIS FORM.
Refund Policy
If you sign up for a program and the program does not run you will be issued a full refund.
• If you sign up and want to cancel 2 weeks or more from the start of the program you will pay $20.00 Admin fee.
• If you decide to cancel , 2 weeks or closer to the start of the program you will have to pay 50% of the program fee.
We will make every effort to make up for time lost to bad weather, wildfires or other acts of God on all of our programs.
This Agreement shall be binding upon me, my child or ward, and my and my child’s or ward’s heirs, executors and administrators, and assigns.
I certify I am 18 years of age or older and that I am entering into this Agreement as the Parent or Legal Guardian for a minor that is under 18 years of age.
