DO YOU HAVE THE HEART OF A SPARTAN?

I attest that the below Participant is in the proper physical condition and has no disability, impairment, or ailment that prevents him from engaging in exercise or sports activities. I have been advised to consult a physician regarding Participants' engagement in Spartans FC activities. I understand there is a risk of injury or death by participation in Spartans FC activities, and I assume and acknowledge such risk.  The Participant has my permission to participate in training and competition, events, activities, and travel sponsored by the Spartans FC. I approve of the leaders in charge of this program and understand they will serve to their ability. I understand and agree this document may be kept in possession of authorized adult team personnel, and reasonable care will be used to keep this information confidential. I agree to allow authorized adult team personnel to release this information in the event of a medical emergency. I also certify to the best of my knowledge that the Participant is physically fit to engage in the activities described above. If the Participant becomes ill or sustains an injury during activities, I hereby authorize Spartans FC personnel to act on my behalf to obtain care for said Participant, and I accept all financial responsibility for such care. I voluntary release and forever discharge and covenant not to sue the Spartans FC or related personnel from any and all liability claims, demands, actions, or right to act, which are related to arising out of or are in any way connected with the Participant's participation in Spartans FC activities. Further, I agree, promise, and covenant to hold harmless and indemnify the Spartans Futsal Club and related personnel from all defense costs, including attorney's fees, or from any other expenses incurred in connection with claims for bodily injury or property damage which the Participant may cause to spectators or third parties in the course of the Participant's participation in Spartans FC activities. I acknowledge that I have carefully read this waiver and release and fully understand that it is a release of liability. By signature below, I am waiving any right that I may have to bring legal action to assert a claim against Spartan FC and its personnel. I, at this moment, grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use participants in any broadcast, telecast, video, or print media reporting or advertising without compensation. I grant permission for my child to participate in Spartans FC programs. As a parent and legal guardian, I remain legally responsible for any personal action taken by the below-named minor (Participant).

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented athletics worldwide with a myriad of challenges concerning this highly contagious illness. Some severe outcomes have been reported in children, and a child with a mild or even asymptomatic case of COVID-19 can spread the infection to others who may be far more vulnerable. While it is not possible to eliminate all risks of furthering the spread of COVID-19, Spartans Futsal Club will take necessary precautions and comply with guidelines from the federal, state, and local governments, CDC, OSHA, as well as the NFHS, to reduce the risks to players, coaches and support staff as knowledge regarding COVID-19 is continually changing, our futsal program reserves the right to adjust and implement precautionary methods as necessary to decrease the risk of exposure for our staff, players and spectators. Some precautionary methods in the futsal program return to play plan include but may not be limited to 

• Health screenings before any practice, event, or team meeting with participation in the activities being limited and/or prohibited where an individual displays positive responses or symptoms. 
• Encourage social distancing and promote healthy hygiene practices such as hand washing, hand sanitizer, etc. •Intensify cleaning, disinfection, and ventilation in all facilities. 
• Educate athletes, coaches, and staff on health and safety protocols. 
• Require all athletes and coaches to provide their own water bottles for hydration. 

The undersigned voluntarily agrees to the following waiver and release of liability by signing this form. The undersigned agrees to release and discharge all claims for ourselves, our heirs, and as a parent or legal guardian for the athletes named below against Spartans Futsal Club, its Directors, successors, assigns, officers, agents, employees, and volunteers and will hold them harmless from any and all liability or demands for personal injury, psychological injury, sickness, death, or claims resulting from personal injury or property damage, of any nature whatsoever which may be incurred by the athletes or the undersigned relating to or as a result of the athlete participation in athletic programs, events, and activities during the COVID-19 pandemic. The undersigned acknowledges that participating in athletic programs, events, and activities may include possible exposure to an infectious disease, including but not limited to COVID-19. The undersigned further acknowledge that they are aware of the risks associated with COVID-19. Those specific vulnerable individuals may have more significant health risks associated with exposure to COVID-19, including individuals with severe underlying health conditions whose immune systems are compromised. While particular recommendations and personal discipline may reduce the risks associated with participating in athletics during the COVID-19 pandemic, the risk of serious illness, medical complications, and possible death does exist. We knowingly and freely assume all such risks, both known and unknown, even if arising from others' negligence, and take full responsibility for athlete participation in athletics during the COVID-19 pandemic. We willingly agree to comply with the stated recommendations put forth by the Spartans Futsal Club to limit the exposure and spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases. We certify that the Athlete is in good physical condition and allow participation in this sport at our own risk.