Seattle Adaptive Sports PARTICIPANT Waiver/Release of Liability, Code of Conduct & Media Release Agreements

SAS Participant Waiver Release

In consideration of being allowed to participate (in any way) in Seattle Adaptive Sports (SAS) programs, related events and activities, I and/or the minor participant, for myself, and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, the undersigned:

1. Agree that prior to participating, I will inspect (or if a parent and/or legal guardian I will instruct the minor participant to inspect) the facilities and equipment to be used, and if I believe, to the best of my ability, that anything is unsafe, I and/or the minor participant will immediately advise the coach or team manager in charge of such condition(s) and refuse to participate.

2. Acknowledge and fully understand that I and/or the minor participant will be engaging in activities that involve risk of serious injury, including permanent disability and death, and severe social and economic losses which might result from my own actions, inactions, or negligence from others, the rules of play, or the conditions of the premises or any equipment used. Further, that there may be other risks not known to me or not reasonably foreseeable at the time.

3. Assume all the foregoing risks and accept personal responsibility for the damages following such injury, permanent disability, and/or death.

4. Release, waiver, discharge and covenant not to sue Seattle Adaptive Sports, Seattle Parks and Recreation, Sno-King Hockey, Seattle School District, US Paralympic, NWBA, USA Hockey, USPSA, USABA, ASUSA, DSUSA, their representative administrators, directors, agents, coaches, volunteers and other staff of the organization, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, their heirs, and if applicable, owners and leasers of premises used to conduct the event, all of which are hereinafter referred to as “Releasees”, from demands, losses, or damages on account of injury, including death or damage to property, caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the Releasee or otherwise.

5. Permission is hereby granted to the athletic trainer(s) of Seattle Adaptive Sports should any injury occur to provide athletic training services in the form of emergency assessments and/or management of any acute sports injury suffered. An emergency referral to an appropriate physician if, in the opinion of the athletic trainer, treatment or further evaluation is necessary is also consented. Permission is hereby granted to the athletic trainer(s) of Seattle Adaptive Sports to provide athletic training services in the form of care, treatment, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation of any acute or chronic sports injury suffered by the athlete

6. FOR PARTICIPANTS UNDER THE AGE OF 18 This is to certify that I, as parent/guardian with legal responsibility for this participant, do consent and agree to his/her release as provided above and, for myself, my heirs, assigns, and next of kin, I release and agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Releasees from any and all liabilities incident to my minor child’s involvement or participation in these programs as provided above, even if arising from their negligence.

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Participant Code of Conduct 

I have received the Participant's Code of Conduct of Seattle Adaptive. By signing this document, it is acknowledged that I have read it, understand it, and am willing to abide by the codes listed within. By signing this document it is further acknowledged that I am a representative of SAS and my sports team and I agree to conduct myself with honesty, integrity, and exemplary behavior. Furthermore, I understand that violation of any of the codes can/will result in disciplinary action which may include, but is not limited to, suspension or removal from the team and immediate return home (at participant's expense).

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Permission Document

I hereby acknowledge that I am participating and traveling with my Seattle Adaptive Sports team, their staff, coaches, and volunteers for the purpose of competition during the 2024 – 2025 season. I further agree to hold harmless Seattle Adaptive Sports, NWBA, USA Hockey, USPSA, USABA, US Olympic/Paralympic Organization, Adaptive Sports USA, volunteers, directors, facilities, staff and the city from any and all demands, claims, expenses or liability of any nature caused by my acts or omissions while participating at this event. I understand and agree that Seattle Adaptive Sports, or other supporting parties are not responsible for, but not limited to any injury or property damage arising out of competing in these games, even if caused by their ordinary negligence or otherwise. Permission is also given for Seattle Adaptive Sports, participants and/or volunteers to seek or render medical aid for my child in case of a medical emergency

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 Media/Photo Release

I hereby authorize and give my full consent to Seattle Adaptive Sports to copyright and/or publish any and all photographs, videotapes and/or film in which I appear while attending SAS practices, events and/or activities. I further agree that SAS may transfer, use or cause to be used, these photographs, videotapes, or films for any exhibitions, public displays, publications, commercials, art and advertising purposes, and television programs without limitations or reservations.

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I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS AGREEMENT AND UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS.  I AM AWARE THAT I AM RELEASING LEGAL RIGHTS THAT OTHERWISE MAY EXIST. BY SIGNING BELOW, I HEREBY REPRESENT THAT I AM AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE AND FULLY COMPETENT TO SIGN THIS AGREEMENT ON MY OWN BEHALF.

 

Who are you signing for?

Myself  Someone Under 18 or Legally Incapacitated

Signee Information

I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS AGREEMENT AND UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE THAT I AM RELEASING LEGAL RIGHTS THAT OTHERWISE MAY EXIST. BY SIGNING BELOW, I HEREBY REPRESENT THAT I AM AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE AND FULLY COMPETENT TO SIGN THIS AGREEMENT ON MY OWN BEHALF.