Clarkson Soccer Club - Mississauga, ON

Waiver to participate in the programs of the
Clarkson Soccer Club (the club) Agreement

ALL SPORTS, INCLUDING SOCCER, HAVE THEIR RISKS

I participate in the sport of soccer because it is physically and mentally challenging. In consideration of my participation in such programs, activities and events, I hereby acknowledge that I am aware of the risks and hazards associated with or related to soccer. The risks and hazards of soccer include, but are not limited to:

• Injuries from executing strenuous and demanding physical techniques in soccer
• Injuries from training including weights, running and massage
• Injuries from grass, turf and other surfaces including bacterial infections and rashes
• Injuries resulting from falls to the ground due to uneven or irregular terrain or surfaces
• Injuries from collisions with walls and soccer equipment
• Injuries resulting from failure to properly use any piece of equipment or from the mechanical failure of any piece of equipment
• Spinal cord injuries which may render me permanently paralyzed
• Injuries from extreme weather conditions which may result in heatstroke, sunstroke or hypothermia
• Injuries from contact, colliding or being struck by other participants, spectators, equipment or vehicles
• Injuries resulting from vigorous physical exertion and strenuous cardiovascular workouts
• Injuries from exerting and stretching various muscle groups and
• Travel to and from competitive events and associated non-competitive events which are an integral part of the organization's activities

Furthermore, I am aware:

• That injuries sustained in soccer can be severe
• That I may come into close contact with other participants, including the possibility of accidental and unexpected touching
• That I may experience anxiety while challenging myself during the activities
• That my risk of injury is reduced if I follow all rules established for participation and
• That my risk of injury increases as I become fatigued

AGREE TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR MYSELF

I am participating voluntarily in these activities, events and programs. I agree that there are risks in soccer as described above. By participating voluntarily in theses events, activities and programs, I am exposed to those risks and hazards. I agree to accept them and be responsible for any injury or other loss, which I might receive while participating in these events, activities and programs.

If something happens to me, I release the organizers of responsibility for any claims, demands, actions and costs, which might arise, out of my participation. In the Agreement I understand "organizers" to mean: Ontario Soccer Association, its directors, officers, members, employees, volunteers, officials, participants, District Association, League, Clubs, agents, sponsors, owners/operators of the facility and representatives.

I also understand that the player's image and name may be published on our website, other club publication, or other external publication as long at the club has given the external party permission to do so. There will be no compensation forthcoming to the individual nor their families for use of said images and / or name.

A Parent or Guardian must sign / register for players under the age of 18.