NORCALATHLETICS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT FOR ADULT SPORTS PARTICIPANT
1. This is a release of liability.
Read it carefully before signing. By signing this release, you are giving up your rights, now and in the future, to sue Norcalathletics, a California corporation (the “NORCAL”), its agents, employees and any parties that operate, administer, co-organize or provide transportation in connection with the Activities (as defined below) (collectively, the “Released Parties”) or to expect the Released Parties to be legally responsible or pay for any medical expenses or damages if you are injured, killed or become ill, or your belongings are damaged, as a result of your participation in the Activities.
2. Voluntary Participation.
I acknowledge that now and in the future, I am voluntarily choosing to (a) participate in one or more sports activities organized, co-organized, operated or administered by the Released Parties, and any activities incidental thereto and (b) be present at or use, as applicable, facilities, other locations, equipment and/or transportation provided by the Released Parties or others in connection with my participation in the activities (the activities in clauses (a) and (b) are referred to collectively as the “Activities”).
3. COVID-19 Safety Guidelines
The Norcal Athletics COVID-19 Safety Guidelines include best practices for adult social sports according to SFDH and the CDC. These guidelines are to ensure the safety of players and staff through the phased reopening of our leagues.
These guidelines are meant to supplement any current restrictions and mandates imposed by state and local authorities and Norcal’s facility partners. Since guidance and best practices continue to evolve, the Norcal COVID-19 Safety Guidelines are subject to change without notice.
Remember, if you are sick stay home!
Any players not following these rules will be removed from the game, and their rights to continue playing in the league will be reviewed by Norcal Athletics!
Understand and prepare to follow all posted sport-specific rules
Any person who is experiencing symptoms of sickness or person living with someone who has symptoms will be prohibited from attending the event.
All event attendees are required to follow best practices of social distancing, masking, and hand-washing.
All posted and published local and state-regulated guidelines shall be followed
Players are responsible for self-quarantining and not attending a game if they are on quarantine for such reasons as: exposure to others who are positive or recently travelled to a state that requires them to quarantine. This is based on honor system, and players can email info@norcalathletics.com, if they suspect another player is not following this rule.
Hand Washing: Players must wash-hands or sanitize hands before play. Players are encouraged to bring their own antibacterial wipes and hand sanitizer. We will also have sanitizer and disinfectant available on site.
Social Distancing: Arriving teams should maintain social distance (6 feet) from teams on the field, and players should maintain social distance from teammates as well.
Masking: Players must wear a mask during and prior to play!!
Cleaning: Game balls and/or equipment will be sanitized before and after each game.
Social Distancing: Players must always keep proper social distance (6 feet) beginning upon arrival at the facility and as much as possible during play.
Along the sidelines, social distancing is required.
Players must always keep proper social distance from referees and umpires.
Only the team captain can approach the referee to ask questions and gain clarification.
Handshakes, high fives, team huddles, etc. are not allowed.
Masking: Players must wear a masks or other PPE during play as long as it does not compromise the safety of the game. Please wear your mask correctly.
Hand-Washing: Players have to use hand sanitizer on the sidelines before play.
Cleaning: Players are encouraged to clean playing equipment and hands between half time etc. Do not touch or share anyone else’s equipment, water, food, or bags.
After Games:
“Leave No Trace” Policy: Teams must leave the field promptly after play and absolutely leave nothing behind at the field and sidelines, and will be directed to clean their bench areas on departure.
Teams must leave the field immediately after their game concludes.
Players are welcome to email feedback about their experience with the safety guidelines in practice to covid19@norcalathletics.com.
Exposure Protocols:
If a player or game staff member tests positive for COVID-19 they must contact Norcal Athletics immediately at covid19@norcalathletics.com
In accordance with privacy laws, we will not disclose names of any individual (including any staff or player) who has symptoms or tests positive.
A designated and trained COVID-19 responder will follow up with players to understand and follow the federal, state, and local regulations around exposures and contact tracing efforts.
Any decisions to postpone games due to someone testing positive for COVID-19 will be based on current federal, state, and local regulations.
A player or staff member who tests positive can return based on the current guidance from the local Department of Health.
4. Acknowledgment and Acceptance of Risks.
I understand that certain risks are inherent in the Activities, and that these risks cannot be eliminated, altered or controlled. I understand that the risks that contribute to the unique character of the Activities can be the cause of my injury, illness or death or damage to my belongings. I voluntarily elect, with knowledge of the risks involved, to participate in the Activities. Now and in the future, I acknowledge and willingly assume all risks and hazards associated with the Activities.
5. Release.
I am an adult of sound mind, aged 18 years or older. In consideration for my being permitted to participate in these Activities, as an individual and on behalf of my heirs, executors, agents and assigns, (a) I voluntarily agree and promise not to make a claim against, sue or attach the property of the Released Parties, and (b) I forever release, waive, discharge and hold harmless the Released Parties for all demands, actions or claims of liability arising out of their negligence, fault, recklessness or any other act, omission, defect or hazard that causes my illness, injury, death and/or damage to my belongings, now or in the future, as a result of my participation in the Activities, if my illness, injury, death or damage to my belongings is either related to or incidental to my participation in the Activities.
6. Knowing and Voluntary Execution.
I have read this document in its entirety. I understand that by signing this document, I am assuming all the risks of the Activities now and in the future. I understand that this is a release of any and all claims now and in the future. I understand that this is the entire agreement between me and the Released Parties and that it cannot be modified or changed in any way by oral statements by any Released Parties or by me. I voluntarily sign my name as evidence of the acceptance by me of all the provisions in this document and my agreement to be bound by them.
