I, the undersigned, wish to voluntarily participate in the SOWEGANS Soccer Club Tryouts (the “Activity”) to be held at the Lee County Track and Soccer Complex on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. In consideration of being permitted to participate in the Activity, I acknowledge, understand, and agree to the following:
Assumption of Risk
I understand that participation in soccer and athletic activities involves inherent risks, including but not limited to physical injury, illness, permanent disability, paralysis, or death. I knowingly and voluntarily assume all such risks associated with participation in the Activity, whether arising from the actions, inactions, or negligence of SOWEGANS Soccer Club, its officers, directors, agents, employees, volunteers, sponsors, and representatives (collectively, the “Released Parties”), or otherwise.
Release and Waiver of Liability
I hereby release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless the Released Parties from any and all claims, liabilities, demands, actions, or causes of action of any kind arising out of or related to my participation in the Activity, including those caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the Released Parties, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Medical Authorization
I authorize the Released Parties to secure emergency medical treatment for me in the event of injury or illness during the Activity if I am unable to give consent. I understand and agree that I am solely responsible for any and all medical expenses incurred as a result of participation.
Compliance with Rules and Conduct
I agree to comply with all rules, regulations, policies, and instructions established by SOWEGANS Soccer Club and its representatives. I understand that failure to do so may result in immediate removal from the Activity without refund or further participation.
Insurance and Medical Fitness
I affirm that I am physically fit and have no known medical condition that would impair my ability to safely participate in the Activity. I understand that the Released Parties do not provide health, accident, disability, or life insurance coverage for participants, and that I am solely responsible for obtaining such coverage if desired.
Media Release
I grant SOWEGANS Soccer Club permission to photograph, video record, or otherwise capture my likeness during the Activity and to use such media for promotional, marketing, and informational purposes, including but not limited to social media, the club’s website, and printed materials. I understand that I will receive no compensation for such use and waive any right to inspect or approve the finished media.
Parent/Guardian Acknowledgment (Participants Under 18 Years of Age)
If the participant is under the age of 18, a parent or legal guardian must acknowledge and agree to the terms of this waiver on the participant’s behalf. By signing below, the parent or legal guardian affirms that they have read and understand this agreement and consent to the minor’s participation in the Activity.
If a minor participant travels to the Activity independently, the participant affirms that their parent or legal guardian has provided consent and accepts all associated risks and releases the Released Parties from liability as outlined above.
Acknowledgment
I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, AND SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT OR COERCION.
