I hereby acknowledge, I have been properly advised, cautioned, and warned by the proper people and coaching personnel of FYAA that by participating in the sport of football I am exposing my child to the risk of serious injury, including but not limited to the risk of sprains, fractures, and/or cartilage damage, which could result in temporary or permanent, partial or complete impairment in the use of limbs, a brain injury, paralysis, or even death. Having been so cautioned and warned, it is still my desire to allow my child to participate in the sport of football, I hereby further acknowledge that I do so with full knowledge and understanding of the risk or serious injury to which I am exposing my child to by participating in the sport of football. In consideration of being allowed to participate in the event or activity referenced above, I acknowledge, appreciate, and agree that: 1) The risk of injury from the activities involved in this program is significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist; and 2) I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and, 3) I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation. If, however, I observe any unusual, significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest official immediately; and, 4) I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS the Releasees, their officers, officials, agents, and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event ("RELEASEES"), WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law. I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT.

I agree: 1. I will not force my child to participate in sports. 2. I will remember that children participate to have fun and that the game is for youth, not adults. 3. I will inform the coach of any physical disability or ailment that may affect the safety of my child or the safety of others. 4. I will learn the rules of the game and the policies of the league. 5. I (and my guests) will be a positive role model for my child and encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy, and by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, officials and spectators at every game, practice or other sporting event. 6. I (and my guests) will not engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct with any official, coach, player, or parent such as booing and taunting, refusing to shake hands, or using profane language or gestures. 7. I will not encourage any behaviors or practices that would endanger the health and well-being of the athletes. 8. I will teach my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence. 9. I will demand that my child treat other players, coaches, officials, and spectators with respect regardless of race, creed, color, sex or ability. 10. I will teach my child that doing one’s best is more important than winning, so that my child will never feel defeated by the outcome of a game or his/her performance. 11. I will praise my child for competing fairly and trying hard, and make my child feel like a winner every time. 12. I will never ridicule or yell at my child or other participant for making a mistake or losing a competition. 13. I will emphasize the importance of skill development and practices and how they benefit my child over winning. 14. I will promote the emotional and physical well-being of the athletes ahead of any personal desire I may have for my child to win. 15. I will respect the officials and their authority during games and will never question, discuss, or confront coaches at the game field, and will take time to speak with coaches at an agreed upon time and place. 16. I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol, and I will refrain from their use at all sports events. 17. I will refrain from coaching my child or other players during games and practices, unless I am one of the official coaches of the team. 18. I will never enter onto the playing field at any time. 19. I will never confront in anger a coach, official, player, spectator, or league official before, during or after the game. 20. I provide support for the Board and the FYAA organization and not do anything to undermine the authority or disrupt its progress. 21. I will ensure that my son or daughter is at all practices and games on time or provide an appropriate excuse beforehand. 22. I understand that all equipment must be returned to FYAA within 14 days of separation from the program or my credit card will be charged for any missing equipment at the replacement charge determined by FYAA. 23. I understand that no refund will be provided for any reason after the second week - once practices begin. All members of FYAA, players, parents, coaches, and board members, are expected to exhibit sportsmanship behavior and team values, and to generally uphold the principles and objectives of the Fairfield Youth Athletic Association and the Greater Cincinnati Youth Football League. Any person associated with FYAA not exhibiting high standards of common human decency can be suspended or expelled from the association at the sole discretion of the Board of Directors.

I hereby grant Fairfield Youth Athletic Association, hereinafter referred to as “FYAA,” the absolute and irrevocable right and permission, in respect of the photographs and/or video taken of me alone or with others, to use, re-use, publish, and re-publish the same in whole or in part, individually or in conjunction with other photographs or video, and in conjunction with any printed matter, or electronic matter, in any and all media now or hereafter known, and for any purpose whatsoever; and to use my name in conjunction therewith if the College so chooses. I hereby release and discharge FYAA from any and all claims and demands arising out of or in connection with the use of the photographs or video, including without limitation any and all claims for libel or invasion of privacy. This authorization and release shall also inure to the benefit of the heirs, legal representatives, licensees, and assigns of FYAA.