Legal

I consent to provide the below Releases via the Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer ('FFPS') on-line website. I understand that I may view these Releases at any time at www.ffps.org 'My Account' after I complete the sign up and that I may request a copy of the Releases in written form at any time, free of charge, by contacting the FFPS Director of Administration, Kathlyn Wood, at 713-898-3877 or kathlyn@ffps.org

Acknowledgement and Consent / Release

(a) I agree that I will abide by all FFPS rules and policies as published in FFPS 'Parent Info' (on-line, paper form, or phone-in) and FFPS 'Parent Manual' (provided by the coach) and any consequences for violation of such;

(b) FFPS may utilize soccer photographs, including those on FFPS 'Team Websites', of the named individual(s) and I hereby waive all rights to the photographs and compensation

(c) I understand that FFPS will assemble teams based on a balancing system by ability primarily, and then grade, age, height, weight, school and friends are secondary;

(d) I understand that if my child’s coach does not contact me by the FFPS published latest date to obtain my child’s Team Roster, I am obligated to contact FFPS Hotline at 1-800-828-PLAY (7529) or go to www.ffps.org 'My Account' to locate and contact my child's coach;

(e) I understand that my child(ren)’s date of birth(s) must be accurate and intentional misrepresentation could result in removal of my child(ren) without a refund;

(f) I understand that I and all my family members must behave in an appropriate manner in all communications with any FFPS appointed volunteers or FFPS staff;

(g) I understand that I and my family members are expected to provide positive behavior at all FFPS functions and are not permitted to give game strategy or instructions at games to players or confront a coach or another parent at any FFPS function so as to disrupt it in any way. Violations of FFPS policies or inappropriate conduct may result in suspension or removal of the adult and / or player;

(h) I understand practices are held once a week usually during the week in the evening or on Sundays, and for approximately one hour at area schools and parks. I understand that I must follow all behavior policies at games and practices. I will always be a positive fan by using positive parenting at all games (e.g., go…., good…., great…., nice…..;

(i) I understand that to ensure a positive experience 'for all the kids' I agree to the following:

   (i) No rude, inappropriate, foul language, violent, or disrespectful behavior towards anyone in FFPS.

   (ii) No coach strategy or 'How to Play' instructions to the players allowed, discussion of 'concerns' with any coach or parent during the game (only to your own coach), or yelling loudly.

   (iii) No dogs, tents or canopies (only small hand held umbrellas allowed), bikes, standing behind goal, illegal parking or driving, and help pick up any trash to ensure a safe clean event.

   (iv) No smoking, drugs, or alcohol allowed.

   (v) Following any further FFPS Policies/Procedures provided by your coach.

   (vi) Shin pads and proper soccer attire must be worn at all times when playing. No earrings, objects in the hair, bracelets, necklaces, or any jewelry or watches are allowed.

   (viii) Always use positive comments and encourage the players. Must say positive words like 'Go..., Good..., Great..., Nice...' before you say anything else.

   (ix) To not exhibit derogatory or disruptive behavior. If it occurs from others I will only attempt to stop it by walking away with no further discussions or actions. If that fails to go home and contact FFPS immediately at 800-828-7529 x911.

Any violation of FFPS Policies or conduct of an inappropriate manner mentioned above toward any staff, Head Volunteer, Coach, player, parent/guardian, or visitor, FFPS may require that person be removed temporarily or permanently and if permanently with or without a refund

(j) I understand that I may request a friend by following FFPS Procedures and Policies located at www.ffps.org 'parent Info' and that my request is not guaranteed and can be denied at anytime;

(k) FFPS VOUCHER AND REFUND POLICIES:
   FFPS STANDARD VOUCHER POLICY (See Refund Exceptions Below)
   REFUND EXCEPTIONS:

1. If moved away more than 30 miles from any FFPS location and my child misses Up To 50% Of Games.
   RULES:
   • Must Miss More Than 50% Of The Games.
   • FFPS Must Mail Refund To New Address.
2. If Sick Or Injured And My Child Misses Up To 50% Of Games:
   RULES:
   • Must Miss More Than 50% Of The Games.
   • Must Provide Drs. Note.
3. If Sick Or Injured And My Child Misses Up To 50% Of Games:
   RULES:
   • Must Miss More Than 50% Of The Games.
   • Must Provide Drs. Note.
4. If No Opening After Teams Formed And Placed On "Wait List".
   RULES:
   • FFPS Must Verify.
5. If received email from FFPS that your child(ren) is "4 Or more years Of birth older than youngest player".
   RULES:
   • FFPS Must Verify.
   • Must request refund within 48 hours from receipt of "4 Or more YOB's older" emall.
6. If too old or too young according to FFPS age policy.
   RULES:
   • FFPS Must Verify.
7. If An Immediate And Severe Financial Need.
   RULES:
   1. Must complete the Financial Need Scholarship/Refund Form at www.FFPS.org/Scholarship.
   2. Please follow instructions.
   3. Provide any additional documents or information requested.
   4. FFPS has sole discretion to decide the amount if any that you might receive and it may take a 7 up to 28 days to fully investigate and determine.
   5. FFPS may ask for information or require certain rules be met to justify or prove the request is legitimate.
   6. All decisions are final. No appeals allowed.

   * Wait List:
   GENERAL REFUND POLICIES:

1. There are no refunds for any other reasons including dissatisfied team assignment, friend request denied, age of teams (too old Or too young), practice or game conflicts, Or any delays in communicating with your Coach, Or if my team has no coach yet. If my coach does contact me by the 'latest coach call date' (see season schedule) I am obligated and responsible to locate contact information and contact my coach call the FFPS Hotline at 281-347-5425 (KICK) x913 or x911 to locate my coach for my child. I understand FFPS is a volunteer program locally so, I have a responsibility to help the team in any way I can, even if my team has no coach yet.
2. When an area is under a Presidential Disaster Declaration or if the Presidential Disaster Declaration was recent, FFPS may adjust its Refund Policy at any time to ensure its financial viability. NOTE: No refunds if a Financial Scholarship was provided.

   PRESIDENTIAL DISASTER DECLARATION:

   HOW TO REQUEST A VOUCHER OR REFUND:

   WHEN IS THE DEADLINE TO REQUEST A VOUCHER OR REFUND?:

      How To Obtain My Voucher:

      How To Use My Voucher:

      How To Do I Find My Voucher?

      How Do I Activate My Voucher?

      How Do I Confirm I Received My Voucher?

      When Does My Voucher Expire:

      Can I Transfer my Voucher?


(l) If my team does not obtain a Business Sponsor for $420, I agree to pay a sponsor fee of $45 per named individual player(s) due Picture Day (mid-season);

   (i) I authorize FFPS to charge my credit card $45 per named individual player(s) If my team does not indicate they have obtained a Business Sponsor For $420 up To 5 days prior To Picture Day (mid-season).

   (ii) If I do not make payment to FFPS as agreed for initial registration fee or subsequent registration payments or if my team does not obtain a Business Sponsor for $420, I agree to pay a sponsor fee of $45 per named individual player(s) due Picture Day (mid-season) and if I do not pay such $45 fee by Picture Day, I agree that FFPS has the right to:

      (a) not allow my player to continue to participate in any FFPS team for the remainder of the season,

      (b) deny my player's trophy,

      (c) be accepted for a financial scholarship,

      (d) not allow my player or other family members to participate in any future seasons in FFPS.

   (iii) I understand the sponsor fee does not include pictures. Pictures are taken mid-season and are optional. Packages range from $21 to $40.

(m) I understand that with regards to my personal information:

   (i) My personal information provided to FFPS will never be given to any 3rd party, such as a business, vendor, or person and can only be used by FFPS to inform me of FFPS approved functions unless you consent otherwise. FFPS will never sell or profit from your information. You may request removal of any personal information to FFPS Director of Administration at 1-800-828-PLAY (7529) or kathlyn@ffps.org at anytime;

   (ii) FFPS collects personal information at sign up and in Volunteer Forms for FFPS internal purposes, including contact purposes, team balancing and formation. FFPS may provide all or part, or none of the following information to all parent/guardians of their team as the 'Parent Copy' to include Coach and Team Manager Name (first and last name) and home, work, and cell phone numbers and email address, and, all Parent/Guardians Names (first and last name) and their relationship to the player, work and cell phone numbers, email address, and, Player name (first and last name), home phone number, years played, years coached, and gender. FFPS may provide all, or part, or none of the following information to the Coach only as the 'Coach Copy' to include Coach and Team Manager Name (first and last name) and home, work, and cell phone numbers, email address, and, all Parent/Guardians Names (first and last name) and their relationship to the player, street address, city, zip code, work and cell phone numbers, email address, and, emergency contact and phone number, volunteer selections, and, player name (first and last name), date of birth, home phone number, school, and gender, years played, years coached, and, any special need/consideration information. All parents, Coaches and Team Managers may only use that information for FFPS purposes. If anyone is caught misusing this information or using for any purpose other than FFPS purposes, they will be subject to FFPS discipline, including the possibility of total separation from FFPS.

(n) I understand that FFPS secures and protects all information transmitted over the Internet through the use of encryption. Transfer of secure, personal information is always encrypted. All transactions that contain personal information use SSL encryption with 'Secure Web Server Certificates'. FFPS only requests or displays parent information through forms located on our secure web servers;

(o) I understand that FFPS’s continued efforts to protect the children requires that FFPS perform a background check prior to each season of play on any coach, staff, vendors, or those FFPS deems it is in the interest of the children's safety. If I am denied a position in FFPS due to this background check, FFPS will notify me in writing in 10 days and I may request a copy of my background check. I may appeal the decision within 30 days;

(p) I understand that FFPS uses a 3rd party vendor when a background check is required and since it is a national search it is required that FFPS obtain and provide a Social Security Number (SSN) to ensure the identity is correct as duplicate names can arise with such a large population being searched. In addition to the above security protection (see 'Security Policy' above), FFPS places another level of security on SSN and FFPS will never show the SSN to anyone, in any format, including the person who provided it. The only FFPS persons allowed to access the SSN, if needed, are the FFPS Director of Administration and FFPS Background Screen Administrator who is appointed and monitored by the FFPS Executive Director.

(r) FFPS will discard all personal information and SSN at the child's 20th birthday at the latest and will notify you if this will change due to any program FFPS might have at that time that it would be needed in, like an adult soccer league or alumni program. I understand I may have my information discarded at anytime by contacting the FFPS Director of Administration at 1-800-828-PLAY (7529) or kathlyn@ffps.org;

(s) I understand that FFPS will communicate upcoming events and sign up reminders via email, phone, and mail. FFPS will send at times, my User Id. No. and Password to remind me to use them so to ensure all past information is available to assist in balancing teams. FFPS therefore recommends that I use a password that is unique, not one I might use for my bank, etc. If I would like to opt out of emails, mail, or phone communications I can do so in those communications as there is an opt out selection or link, or contact FFPS Director of Administration at 1-800-828-PLAY (7529) or kathlyn@ffps.org.

(t) I understand that FFPS balances teams using criteria established by FFPS and once my child is placed on a team by FFPS that I may request to move to another team. I understand that I may only make this request at www.ffps.org 'My Account', 'Swap Players'. I understand that it may be difficult to move to another team as the teams may be full and it may violate the FFPS Balance Team rules. All attempts by the FFPS's online 'Swap Players' are final. FFPS has the right to deny or change any request at anytime.

(u) I authorize FFPS to charge my credit card for any additional amounts that I may owe FFPS during the season.

(v) I authorize FFPS to send confirmation information to any family members that I provide email address and/or mailing address.

(w) I understand that FFPS Coaches or Assistant Coaches or Team Managers or any FFPS Volunteer so designated as such by the FFPS team or by FFPS are not permitted to use social media as a representative of FFPS.

(x) I understand that FFPS does not discriminate on the basis of religion in any of its activities and coaches, assistant coaches, or anyone acting as the coach are not authorized to conduct religious activities during and FFPS events.

(y) I understand that $100,000 accidental insurance is included with registration and has a $100 deductible. It is secondary coverage so it pays after your coverage unless you do not have insurance. For claims or information call Jack Hendrie at 800-828-PLAY(7529) ext 911 within 48 hours of an accident to obtain forms and for verification of the incident. All claims must be sent to FFPS within one year.

(z) I understand that FFPS registration fees are expected to be paid in full and that any discounts publicized for the 3rd, 4th, 5th child or more, cannot be combined with a league based promotion or discount.

(aa) I accept that FFPS uses parent volunteers to Coach, Asst. Coach, Help Coach, Team Manager, Time Keeping, Substitution, Flyers, Field Lining, Registration, Sponsor Coor., Parade Coor., and other duties locally needed and that I may be asked to volunteer. Volunteering is not required but fun, rewarding, easy to learn and do, and greatly appreciated. FFPS provides extensive support and training for the volunteers.

(aaa) I understand that if I am asked and agree to Volunteer to Coach that I will:

   (i) Follow all the training provided and follow and enforce all FFPS Policies and Procedures provided in the FFPS Manuals, Rule Books, and Packets.

   (ii) If I decide to use the FFPS Website, and if I allow pictures to be shared that I will only approve pictures to be viewed that are wholesome and that are of a family type pictures meant for young children to view.

   (iii) Be respectful of others.

   (iv) Follow 'FFPS Substitution System' to ensure fairness.

   (v) Not allow myself or others to exhibit derogatory or disruptive behavior at any FFPS event and if it occurs that I will either walk away with no further discussions or actions. If that fails, to end the event and ask everyone to go home and to contact FFPS immediately at 800-828-7529 x911.

   (vi) To ensure all players wear safe and appropriate soccer attire and shin pads while playing at all times. To ensure that no earrings, objects in the hair, bracelets, necklaces, or any jewelry or watches are allowed.

   (vii) Not write down or say the score or standings at anytime. The players may do so.

   (viii) Only cancel games if due to poor weather or less than 8 players between both teams and ensure that all games are played.

   (ix) Only allow players to play in games that are on the FFPS Official Team Roster. The only exception is if missing players. Any players added must be approved by the opposing coach. For exceptions procedures see the 'FFPS Coach Policies'.

   (x) Ensure the 'Medical Authorization' forms are received on every player and kept in your possession or if not attending a person you appoint at every FFPS event.

   (xi) Review and follow the 'FFPS Child Abuse Section' contained in the FFPS Packet.

   (xii) Obtain all training required.

   (xiii) To ensure that a Team Sponsor (Business ($420 per team) or Parent ($45 per player) is obtained and ensure:

      (a) I authorize FFPS to charge my credit card $45 per named individual player(s) if my team does not indicate they have obtained a Business Sponsor for $420 up to 5 days prior to Picture Day (mid-season).

      (b) If my team does not obtain a Business Sponsor for $45, I agree to pay a sponsor fee of $45 per named individual player(s) due Picture Day (mid-season) and if I do not pay such $45 fee by Picture Day, I agree that FFPS has the right to:

         (i) not allow my player to continue to participate in any FFPS team for the remainder of the season,

         (ii) deny my player's trophy,

         (iii) be accepted for a financial scholarship,

         (iv) not allow my player or other family members to participate in any future seasons in FFPS.

   (xiv) To ensure all player's parents or guardians are contacted as soon as Rosters are available to you from FFPS or at the latest by the FFPS published date.

   (xv) Always use positive comments and encourage the players. Must say positive words like Go..., Good..., Great..., Nice... before you say anything else.

   (xvi) Not use 'How to Play' instructions at games. Only correct players in a positive way, like 'kick the ball, not the shins'. No derogatory or negative language is allowed.

   (xvii) Submit to a criminal background check and provide the information needed when requested to do so timely and accurately. See above sections for more information on background checks.

   (xviii) I understand that if I am asked and agree to Volunteer to be a Team Manager that I will follow all the duties outlined in the 'FFPS Team Manager Duties' Packet. I will see my Coach for this information.

Release of Liability

IN CONSIDERATION OF ___|CHILD_NAME|____, my minor child(ren)/ward(s), being allowed to participate in any way in Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer and any related events and activities, the undersigned acknowledges, appreciates, and agrees that:

(a) The risk of injury to my child from the activities involved in these programs is significant, including the potential for permanent disability and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist; and

(b) FOR MYSELF, SPOUSE, AND CHILD, I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEE or others, and assume full responsibility for my child’s participation; and

(c) I willingly agree to comply with program’s stated and customary terms and conditions for participation. If I observe any unusual significant concern in my child’s readiness for participation and/or in the program itself, I will remove my child from the participation and bring such attention of the nearest official immediately; and

(d) I myself, my spouse, my child and on behalf of my/our heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE the other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of the premises used to conduct the event (Releases), WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property incident to my child’s involvement or participation in these programs, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEE OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law; and

(e) I, for myself, my spouse, my child and on behalf of my/our heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS all the above Releases from any and all liabilities incident to my involvement or participation in these programs, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THEIR NEGLIGENCE, to the fullest extent permitted by law; and

(f) I, for myself, my spouse, my child and on behalf of my/our heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, such participant’s likeness may be photographed or videotaped and that such image may be published in an outlet used for any reason. I understand that any photographs or video used on FFPS's 'Team Website' owned and developed by FFPS only, will allow the Coach to approve all images available to be viewed by our us prior to your viewing and that I will assume all risk in allowing my child to view these pictures on the 'FFPS Team Website'; and

(g) I, for myself, my spouse, my child and on behalf of my/our heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, understand it is common for pictures and video to be taken and shared by parent/guardians and/or authorized persons to be placed on FFPS’s Team Website and/or by any electronic communication and FFPS reserves the right to make available these images to parent/guardians and/or authorized users and in its activities. Any images provided to a FFPS 'Team Website' can be used by FFPS in any media it chooses and without identifying your child. If you would like to have images removed from the team website or any FFPS publicity media you should contact an FFPS Staff person. If you have any further concerns please contact an FFPS Administrative Staff person. All FFPS contact information is located at www.ffps.org 'contact us' 'FFPS Administrative Staff'; and

(h) I further release all officials, volunteers, or professional personnel from any claim whatsoever on account of first aid, treatment, or service rendered during participation in this activity.

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 IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT.

WAIVER/RELEASE FOR COMMUNICABLE DISEASES INCLUDING COVID-19 ASSUMPTION OF RISK / WAIVER OF LIABILITY / INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT

In consideration of being allowed to participate on behalf of Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer (a youth athletic program) and related events and activities, the undersigned acknowledges, appreciates, and agrees that:

      (1.) Participation includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to MRSA, influenza, and COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious illness and death does exist; and,

      (2.) 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; and,

      (3.) 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 and 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; and,

      (4.) I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer and 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 AND AGREE (CHECK BOX) FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT.

Consent and Release of Personal Information

I authorize and give consent to Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer to obtain my personal information under the conditions stated below.

I understand that this includes, but is not limited to criminal background records/information; criminal background checks, coaching experience, personal references, and addresses.

I understand that personal information can ONLY be obtained if I decide to coach or decide to accept a Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer, volunteer or staff position that Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer feels it is in the interest of the children's safety.

I understand and authorize such background check only if I provide my Social Security Number (SSN) and Date of Birth (DOB) when requested.

I authorize this information to be obtained via the Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer website internet connection in connection with my volunteer position.

I understand that my position is contingent upon adverse information about my background or character not being uncovered upon the performance of the above referenced checks.

I understand that regardless of my prior volunteer activities on behalf of Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer, that Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer is not required to allow my continued participation.

I understand that if I am denied a position in Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer, due to the background check, Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer must notify me within 10 days in writing and I may request a free copy of the background check. I may also appeal the decision within 30 days.

I agree to hold harmless and indemnify from liability Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer and its directors, officers, employees, and volunteers from all liability arising out of the use of the information that is uncovered in the above referenced checks.

I understand that this includes use of the FFPS.org public web site. We only collect information via anonymous cookies. This data is anonymous and exclusively meant for statistical treatment.