Tournament Supplement Terms

These Supplemental Terms for Sporting Events (“Supplemental Terms”) govern participation in Sporting Events administered by DYSports, LLC (“DYSports”, “we”, “us”, “our”). These Supplemental Terms are incorporated into and form a part of our Terms of Use, together with all other terms and policies linked or other referenced within the Terms[2] , including but not limited to our Privacy Policy[3] .

IMPORTANT: Read these Supplemental Terms carefully. By registering to participate in a Sporting Event, You (defined below) acknowledge that You have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the Terms. You also understand and agree that You are responsible for (i) providing all information in the Terms to all Participants, and the legal guardians of all Participants who are under 18 years of age (“Youth Participants”), who are associated with the Team (defined below) You are registering for participation in the Sporting Event, and (ii) compliance with the Terms by all such Participants and their legal guardians. PARTICIPATION IN AND/OR ATTENDANCE AT THE SPORTING EVENT CONSTITUTES ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS, DO NOT ENTER OR PARTICIPATE IN THE SPORTING EVENT.

1.              Definitions. Capitalized terms used and not otherwise defined herein shall have the meanings provided in the Terms.

a.       “Fees” means the applicable fees established by DYSports to participate in one or more Sporting Events in a Sporting Event. Fees shall be set forth on DYSports’s webpage to register for such Sporting Event, or in an order, addendum, or other agreement provided by DYSports to you which sets forth specific fee amounts, and which incorporates these Supplemental Terms by reference.

b.       “Team” means a group of Participants registered to compete in a Sporting Event.

c.        “You” means the person registering a Participant or a Team to compete and/or participate in a Sporting Event.

2.     Sporting Event Participation. Teams and Participants must meet the eligibility requirements set forth by DYSports, including but not limited to age or grade, residency, and other criteria that DYSports may make available from time to time. Teams must comply with any rules provided by DYSports regarding the number of Participants, substitutions, and or roster changes. All registrations for Sporting Events are subject to availability and to acceptance by DYSports at its absolute discretion. You must register and pay all required Fees by the deadline designated for the Sporting Event.

3.     Fees. Payment of all Fees, including any applicable taxes, for the Sporting Event is due upon registration. If such payment is insufficient or declined for any reason, DYSports may refuse entry to the Sporting Event. Upon receipt of your registration information and corresponding payment of Fees for a Sporting Event, DYSports will authorize the individuals identified as Participants and coaches in your registration form to participate in such Sporting Event, subject to the Terms. Registered individuals identified as Participants may be substituted with other individuals at no extra cost by notice in writing to DYSports at any time, subject to compliance with the Terms.

4.              Code of Conduct.

a.       All Participants and Sporting Event attendees must adhere to DYSports’ Code of Conduct:

i.         Respect for all Participants: Treat players, coaches, referees, and fellow spectators with courtesy and respect. Remember, the primary purpose is to enjoy the game and support the young athletes.

ii.         Maintain Sportsmanship: Encourage fair play, honesty, and good sportsmanship at all times. Applaud skillful plays, regardless of the team.

iii.         Follow Tournament Rules: Abide by the rules and regulations for the specific Sporting Event, as made available by DYSports. Tournament Rules will be made available to you through one or more of the following methods, as DYSports shall deem reasonable and appropriate: posting on the corresponding webpage for the Sporting Event, sent by e-mail to the e-mail address(es) associated with the registration of the applicable Participant(s), printed and available for review upon arrival at each Sporting Event. Any concerns or disputes should be addressed through the appropriate channels in a respectful manner.

iv.         Positive Sideline Behavior: Cheer for your team positively and avoid negative comments or gestures. Refrain from engaging in any form of disruptive behavior that may detract from the game.

v.         Respect Facilities and Property: Keep the Sporting Event’s venue clean and orderly. Respect the property of the facilities and organizers.

vi.         Follow Safety Guidelines: Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols outlined for the Sporting Event. Participant and attendee safety are of utmost importance.

vii.         No Harassment or Discrimination: Refrain from any form of harassment, discrimination, or bullying. Our Sporting Events embrace diversity and inclusion, and we expect all Participants and attendees to do the same.

viii.         Comply with Officials' Decisions: Accept the decisions of the referees and tournament officials, even if you may not agree. Disputes should be handled through the appropriate channels after the game.

ix.         Encourage Skill Development: Focus on the development of players' skills and positive learning experiences rather than solely on winning or losing.

b.       DYSports reserves the right to impose disciplinary measures, including suspension or disqualification and removal from the Sporting Event, for any violation of the Code of Conduct or specific Sporting Event rules and regulations.

c.        Any protests or appeals regarding the Sporting Event outcome or referee decisions must be submitted either in accordance with procedures established for the specific Sporting Event, or if no such procedures are specified, to authorized DYSports personnel after the conclusion of the Sporting Event.

5.              Liability and Indemnification. In addition to the limitation of liability and indemnification provisions set forth in the Terms, the following supplemental provisions apply to Sporting Events:

a.       Assumption of Risk. You, Participants, and legal guardians of youth Participants, acknowledge and agree that participation in the Sporting Event involves inherent risks and dangers, and each assumes all risks associated with participation and full responsibility for any injuries, losses, or damages that may occur. DYSports shall not be liable for any injuries, damages, or losses that may occur as a result of a Participant’s actions or the actions of any other individual in attendance at the Sporting Event.

b.       Background Checks. DYSports does not conduct background checks on any Participants, referees, gym captains, facilities personnel, volunteers, service providers, third parties, or any other individuals who may be at a Sporting Event. It is the responsibility of each Team and the legal guardians of youth Participants to ensure the suitability and conduct of their members at the Sporting Event.

c.        Conduct of Participants. DYSports is not responsible for the conduct of any Participant or attendee during the Sporting Event. Participants and attendees are expected to adhere to the Code of Conduct.

d.       Waiver of Liability. You agree that your travel to and attendance at a Sporting Event is at your own risk and not the responsibility of DYSports. Failure by you or by any Participant to attend a Sporting Event shall not entitle you to a refund of any Fees. You, Participants, and legal guardians of youth Participants, on behalf of themselves and their respective Team and/or youth, waive any and all claims against DYSports Parties for any injuries, losses, or damages arising from or related to participation in the Sporting Event.

e.       Indemnification. You, Participants, and legal guardians of Youth Participants, on behalf of themselves and their respective Teams, agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless DYSports Parties from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or related to participation in the Sporting Event. We reserve the right to assume the defense and control of any matter subject to your indemnification, and you may not settle any matter subject to indemnification without our written consent. These obligations will survive any termination of these Terms.

6.              Intellectual Property and Media Rights.

a.       Broadcast and Recording Rights. DYSports Sporting Events are filmed, photographed and/or otherwise recorded. DYSports reserves all rights to broadcast, record, and distribute any and all content related to the Sporting Event, including the right to use Participants’ and attendees’ names, voice, signature, photograph, images, appearance, likeness, and performance data.

b.       Consent and Irrevocable Grant. Entry into the Sporting Event by Participants and attendees constitutes their (i) irrevocable consent to being filmed, photographed, or otherwise recorded at the Sporting Event; and (ii) grant to DYSports an irrevocable, worldwide, transferable, non-exclusive, royalty-free right to any and all use, in any media throughout the universe, in perpetuity, for any purpose whatsoever, all content related to the Sporting Event, including their names, voice, signature, photograph, images, appearance, likeness, and performance data. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE CONSENT AND IRREVOCABLE GRANT, DO NOT ENTER THE SPORTING EVENT.

c.        Trademarks and Logos. Participants may not use DYSports’ trademarks, logos, or other intellectual property without DYSports’ prior written consent.

7.              Cancellation, Postponement, Refunds.

a.       Cancellation or Postponement. DYSports reserves the right to cancel or postpone the Sporting Event due to inclement weather, natural disasters, third-party actions (including interference by an attendee), or other circumstances beyond its control, in which case we shall notify you as soon as reasonably practicable. In the event of our cancellation under this section, we may issue a full refund of relevant Fees paid by you, as we deem appropriate and in accordance with our policies. In the event of our postponement under this section, we may offer you the option to re-register for the rescheduled Sporting Event as we deem appropriate and in accordance with our policies Notwithstanding the foregoing, we will not be liable for any losses incurred by you as a result of such cancellation or postponement.

b.       Force Majeure. DYSports shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to events or circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, civil unrest, pandemics, or cancellation or forfeiture by an opposing Team.

c.        Refund Policy. No refunds will be provided if a Team cancels after the registration deadline for the Sporting Event has closed. If an individual Sporting Event or game in a series of Sporting Events (such as an individual tournament game) is canceled due to a force majeure event, no refunds (full or partial) will be provided for the individual games not played. If a Team cancels its registration before the registration deadline for the Sporting Event has closed, no refunds of any DYSports transaction fees will be provided; DYSports reserves the right to issue refund amounts limited to the Team’s corresponding entry fee, less any transaction fees.

[GW1]WHERE TO POST: The Supplemental Terms for Sporting Events should be linked in the tournament registration form on Exposure Events. Users should be required to click on a checkbox indicating that they have read and agreed to your terms in order to register.