INDIVIDUAL PARTICIPANT WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY 127 SPORTS Intensity and Fairfield Basketball Club This waiver and release of liability is for individual participants and their parent or legal guardian. It describes risks of youth sports activities, practices, games, events, trips, and tournaments offered or hosted by 127 SPORTS Intensity and/or Fairfield Basketball Club (together, the "Organizations," and each an "Organization"), including activities held in Montana and elsewhere. Please read each section carefully. By checking the acceptance box and typing your legal name on the registration form, you acknowledge that you have read this document, understand it, and accept its terms on behalf of yourself and the minor participant (the "Participant"). IMPORTANT: This document is intended to be enforceable under Montana law to the fullest extent permitted. It is not a substitute for independent legal advice. Nothing in this waiver limits liability for willful misconduct or other conduct that Montana law does not allow to be waived. 1. Heads Up Concussion Acknowledgment I acknowledge that I have received and read educational information about the signs and symptoms of concussion and head injury (including materials consistent with the CDC Heads Up initiative and applicable Montana youth sports concussion awareness requirements). I understand that concussion and other head injuries can be serious, may not always be obvious immediately, and can worsen if the Participant continues activity. I agree to promptly notify coaches and Organization staff if a concussion or head injury is suspected, including if the Participant reports headache, dizziness, confusion, nausea, balance problems, sensitivity to light or noise, or other concerning symptoms after a blow or jolt to the head or body. I agree that the Participant will be removed from play when a concussion is suspected and will follow Organization and medical return-to-play protocols. Only a licensed healthcare provider may authorize return to activity. I will not pressure coaches or staff to return the Participant to play before medical clearance. 2. Assumption of Risk; Injury and Liability Release I understand that participation in youth basketball and related sports activities involves inherent and other risks of property damage, serious injury, permanent disability, and death. Risks include, without limitation: falls; collisions with other participants, equipment, or surfaces; sprains, strains, fractures, and dislocations; cuts and bruises; heat-related illness; overuse injuries; and head, neck, and spinal injuries, including concussion. I voluntarily assume all such risks on behalf of myself and the Participant, whether known or unknown, foreseeable or unforeseeable, and whether arising from the Participant’s own actions, the actions of others, the condition of facilities or equipment, or travel related to Organization activities. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY MONTANA LAW, I HEREBY RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE, AND HOLD HARMLESS 127 SPORTS Intensity, Fairfield Basketball Club, and their respective officers, directors, coaches, staff, employees, volunteers, agents, contractors, sponsors, facility owners/operators, and affiliated personnel (the "Released Parties") from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, damages, losses, and liabilities arising out of or related to the Participant’s participation in Organization activities, including claims for personal injury, illness, death, or property damage, whether based on negligence (including ordinary negligence of a Released Party), premises liability, or other theory of liability. This release does not waive claims for willful or wanton misconduct, or any other liability that Montana law prohibits releasing. I agree that if any part of this waiver is held unenforceable, the remaining parts continue in effect. I further agree to indemnify and hold the Released Parties harmless from claims brought by or on behalf of the Participant arising from participation, to the fullest extent permitted by law, except to the extent caused by a Released Party’s willful misconduct. 3. Athlete Insurance Requirement I confirm that the Participant is covered by valid personal health insurance (or an equivalent medical coverage plan). I accept full financial responsibility for medical evaluation and treatment related to participation in Organization activities. I understand that neither 127 SPORTS Intensity nor Fairfield Basketball Club provides medical, accident, or liability insurance for participants, and that Organization insurance (if any) is not a substitute for the Participant’s own coverage. 4. Media Release: Photography, Video, and Audio I grant permission to 127 SPORTS Intensity and Fairfield Basketball Club to photograph, video record, and/or audio record the Participant during practices, games, events, and related activities, and to use those materials in Organization promotions, social media, websites, printed materials, newsletters, and other communications about Organization programs. I waive any right to inspect or approve final use and understand that no compensation will be paid. I may contact the Organizations in writing to request future media opt-out for new uses; prior publications already distributed may remain in use. 5. Emergency Medical Authorization In a medical emergency, if I cannot be reached promptly, I authorize Organization coaches and staff to obtain emergency medical care for the Participant, including first aid, emergency medical services, ambulance/transport, and treatment by licensed providers as they reasonably believe necessary. I agree to assume responsibility for related medical expenses, including emergency transportation. I will keep emergency contact and medical information reasonably current with the Organizations. 6. Code of Conduct Agreement I agree that the Participant and I will follow the Organizations’ Code of Conduct and all applicable rules, which emphasize respect, sportsmanship, safety, honesty in reporting, and compliance with coach and staff instructions. Abusive, unsafe, discriminatory, or disruptive behavior; bullying; or disregard for safety rules may result in removal, suspension, or other participation limits without refund of fees already paid, to the extent permitted by the Organizations’ policies and applicable law. 7. Transportation Waiver I acknowledge that transportation to, from, or between Organization activities may be arranged by Organization staff, volunteers, other parents/guardians, commercial carriers, or me. When I arrange or allow such travel, I assume the risks of that travel on behalf of myself and the Participant. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY MONTANA LAW, I RELEASE THE RELEASED PARTIES FROM CLAIMS ARISING FROM TRANSPORTATION RELATED TO ORGANIZATION ACTIVITIES, INCLUDING CLAIMS BASED ON ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE, except for willful misconduct or liability that Montana law does not allow to be waived. I understand I am responsible for evaluating whether any particular travel arrangement is appropriate for the Participant. Acknowledgment of Authority I represent that I am the Participant’s parent or legal guardian (or the adult Participant, if applicable), that I have authority to accept this waiver on the Participant’s behalf, and that I am signing voluntarily. Electronic acceptance through the Challenge Platform registration flow has the same effect as a handwritten signature. Governing Law This waiver is governed by the laws of the State of Montana, without regard to conflict-of-law rules that would apply another state’s law. Exclusive venue for disputes arising from this waiver or Organization activities in Montana is in courts located in Montana, unless applicable law requires otherwise. NOT LEGAL ADVICE: This form was prepared for program operations. It is not a substitute for review by a licensed Montana attorney.