December Development Workouts

Area Code Development League Liability Waiver and Release Form

*PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING*

This Liability Waiver and Release Form (the “Waiver”) is executed by the undersigned participant (“Athlete”) and, if the Athlete is under 18 years of age, their parent or legal guardian (“Guardian”) in favor of Area Code Training LLC, doing business as Area Code Elite, including its owners, coaches, staff, employees, contractors, volunteers, agents, representatives, sponsors, and affiliates (collectively referred to as “Area Code Elite”). This Waiver shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Arizona, and any disputes shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Maricopa County, Arizona.

ASSUMPTION OF RISK

The Athlete and/or Guardian understands and acknowledges that participation in basketball tryouts, practices, games, training, and any other related activities (the "Activities") involve inherent risks, including but not limited to physical injuries (such as sprains, fractures, concussions, or other injuries), illness, permanent disability, paralysis, and even death. The Athlete voluntarily chooses to participate, fully aware of these risks, and assumes all responsibility for any resulting injuries or damages, including but not limited to tryouts, practices, games, tournaments, travel to and from such events, training sessions, and any other related activities.

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY

In consideration of being allowed to participate in the Activities, the Athlete and/or Guardian, on behalf of themselves and their heirs, assigns, personal representatives, and next of kin, expressly waives, releases, discharges, and holds harmless Area Code Elite from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or rights of action, whether known or unknown, foreseen or unforeseen, arising out of or related to any injury, illness, damage, or loss sustained by the Athlete in connection with their participation in the Activities, including but not limited to those caused by negligence of Area Code Elite.

MEDICAL CONSENT AND INSURANCE

The Athlete and/or Guardian acknowledges that they are solely responsible for securing and maintaining adequate health insurance to cover any injuries that may occur during the Activities. The Athlete and/or Guardian further authorizes Area Code Elite to obtain emergency medical treatment on behalf of the Athlete if necessary and agrees to bear all costs associated with such medical care.

INDEMNIFICATION

The Athlete and/or Guardian agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Area Code Elite from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, costs, or expenses (including attorney's fees) arising from the Athlete's participation in the Activities.

IMAGE RELEASE

The Athlete and/or Guardian grants permission to Area Code Elite to use photographs, videos, or other media of the Athlete participating in the Activities for promotional and marketing purposes, including but not limited to social media, websites, and printed materials, without compensation.

AUTOMATIC ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

Participation in any basketball training, tryouts, practices, games, tournaments, or other events organized by Area Code Elite or Area Code Training constitutes acknowledgment and acceptance of all terms, conditions, and responsibilities outlined in this Liability Waiver and Release Form. By engaging in any such Activities, the Athlete and/or Guardian agrees to be bound by this Waiver in full, even if this document is not physically signed.

SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Waiver is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING

The Athlete and/or Guardian acknowledges that they have read this Waiver in its entirety, understand its terms, and voluntarily agree to its provisions. They further acknowledge that by signing this document, they are waiving certain legal rights, including the right to sue Area Code Elite for any injury or damages arising from participation in the Activities.

Athlete Name: ___________________________ Signature: _____________________ Date: __________

Parent/Guardian Name: ___________________ Signature: _____________________ Date: __________