Waiver and Release of Liability NOTICE TO THE MINOR CHILD’S NATURAL GUARDIAN READ THIS FORM COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY. YOU ARE AGREEING TO LET YOUR MINOR CHILD ENGAGE IN A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS ACTIVITY. YOU ARE AGREEING THAT, EVEN IF ORLANDO SPORTS HOLDINGS, LLC AND/OR ORLANDO PRIDE, LLC USE REASONABLE CARE IN PROVIDING THIS ACTIVITY, THERE IS A CHANCE YOUR CHILD MAY BE SERIOUSLY INJURED OR KILLED BY PARTICIPATING IN THIS ACTIVITY BECAUSE THERE ARE CERTAIN DANGERS INHERENT IN THE ACTIVITY WHICH CANNOT BE AVOIDED OR ELIMINATED. BY SIGNING THIS FORM YOU ARE GIVING UP YOUR CHILD’S RIGHT AND YOUR RIGHT TO RECOVER FROM ORLANDO SPORTS HOLDINGS, LLC AND/OR ORLANDO PRIDE, LLC IN A LAWSUIT FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH, TO YOUR CHILD OR ANY PROPERTY DAMAGE THAT RESULTS FROM THE RISKS THAT ARE A NATURAL PART OF THE ACTIVITY. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE TO SIGN THIS FORM, AND ORLANDO SPORTS HOLDINGS, LLC AND ORLANDO PRIDE, LLC HAVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE TO LET YOUR CHILD PARTICIPATE IF YOU DO NOT SIGN THIS FORM. In consideration of my minor child (referred to herein as the “Participant”) being provided the opportunity by Orlando Sports Holdings, LLC and/or Orlando Pride, LLC to voluntarily participate in youth soccer programming, including but not limited to after-school clinics, day camps, multi-day camps, skills sessions, scrimmages, games, and related physical activities (collectively, the “Activity”), and as an inducement and condition precedent to the “Released Parties” (hereinafter defined) permitting the Participant to attend and/or participate in the Activity, I, on behalf of myself and my personal representatives, assigns, and heirs, and on behalf of the Participant, hereby voluntarily agree as follows: Release From Liability, Indemnification and Covenant Not to Sue I, on behalf of myself and my personal representatives, assigns, and heirs, and on behalf of the Participant, hereby agree to release, waive, and forever discharge Orlando Sports Holdings, LLC (“Orlando City SC”), Orlando Pride, LLC (“Orlando Pride”), each owner and operator of any field, school, park, or venue at which the Activity is conducted, and each of their respective officers, directors, owners, members, managers, employees, agents, volunteers, coaches, instructors, sponsors independent contractors, successors, parents, affiliates, subsidiaries, and assigns (each individually a “Released Party,” and collectively, the “Released Parties”) from and against any and all claims, demands, losses, costs, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including but not limited to reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs) of any nature whatsoever (individually a “Liability” and collectively the “Liabilities”) which may in any way actually or allegedly, in whole or in part, arise from, be connected with, or relate to Participant’s attendance at and/or participation in the Activity, including but not limited to travel to or from the Activity, to the extent such Liabilities result from inherent risks of the Activity as described herein. I, on behalf of myself and my personal representatives, assigns, and heirs, and on behalf of the Participant, further agree that if, notwithstanding this Release, I or anyone acting on behalf of the Participant, or anyone acting on behalf of such Participant or the Participant’s estate (including any other parent or legal guardian of the Participant) asserts any Liability or initiates any legal proceedings against any of the Released Parties, I will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless each and every one of the Released Parties from and against any Liabilities which may in any way actually or allegedly, in whole or in part, arise from, be connected with, or relate to Participant’s attendance at and/or participation in the Activity, including but not limited to travel to or from the Activity. Acknowledgment and Assumption of Inherent Risk I understand that the Activity involves inherent risks that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken by the Released Parties. As used in this Release, “inherent risk” means those dangers or conditions, known or unknown, which are characteristic of, intrinsic to, or an integral part of the Activity and which are not eliminated even if the Released Parties act with due care in a reasonably prudent manner, including but not limited to: (i) physical contact with other participants, coaches, equipment, or playing surfaces; (ii) muscle injuries, sprains, strains, fractures, concussions, heat-related illness, permanent disability, paralysis, and death, both during and after participation in the Activity; (iii) injuries caused by the actions or inactions of Participant or other participants, including the negligent or intentional conduct of other participants (not including the Released Parties or their owners, affiliates, employees, or agents); (iv) injuries caused by uneven, wet, or otherwise hazardous playing surfaces, weather conditions, or field conditions inherent to outdoor activities at varying locations; (v) contact with soccer goals, nets, balls, cones, and other equipment; (vi) the failure by the Released Parties to warn of an inherent risk; and (vii) other risks, known or unknown, that are characteristic of youth soccer and related physical activities. Notwithstanding the foregoing, I, on my own behalf and on behalf of the Participant, accept and expressly assume all inherent risks of, and responsibility for, personal injury or death to, or damage to, or loss of property of, Participant arising from, based upon, or relating to participation in the Activity. Medical Authorization I understand and agree that in the event of any illness, injury, or medical emergency involving Participant at or in connection with the Activity, and if I cannot be reached in a timely manner, I authorize any of the Released Parties to secure emergency medical treatment for Participant, including but not limited to first aid, CPR, transportation to a medical facility, and any medical procedures deemed necessary by qualified medical personnel. All medical treatment shall be at my own expense. I understand that none of the Released Parties shall have, or be deemed to have, any obligation to provide medical treatment, nor shall any of the Released Parties be responsible for any decisions relating to medical treatment for Participant or such treatment itself. Right of Publicity I, on behalf of myself and my personal representatives, assigns, and heirs, and on behalf of the Participant, hereby grant the Released Parties an irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide, and perpetual right and license to use, reproduce, distribute, display, and publish Participant’s name, image, likeness, voice, and/or other indicia of Participant, in any medium now known or hereinafter developed, for any purpose, including but not limited to promotional, marketing, advertising, educational, and social media purposes, without further compensation, notice, or approval. I, on behalf of myself and on behalf of the Participant, waive any and all claims against the Released Parties arising from such use, including but not limited to claims for invasion of privacy, defamation, false light, or misappropriation of name, likeness, or image. Representations I acknowledge and agree that: (i) I have had full opportunity to ask any questions regarding the Activity, (ii) I have read and understand the contents of this Release, (iii) I have been given the opportunity to review this Release with anyone I choose, including a lawyer, (iv) I have given up substantial rights on my own behalf and on behalf of the Participant by signing this Release, and (v) I have the full power, right, and authority to agree to the terms of this Release without obtaining the consent or permission of any other person or entity and have freely and voluntarily agreed to the terms of this Release without any inducement or assurance of any nature, for good and valuable consideration inuring to the Participant’s benefit and intend for it to be legally binding. I represent and warrant that Participant: (x) is in good physical condition, (y) has no existing medical condition and no knowledge of any condition in Participant’s medical history that would in any way prohibit, inhibit, or limit the Participant’s full participation in, or threaten, jeopardize, or risk the health of the Participant or any other person in connection with the Activity, unless disclosed in writing above, and (z) has no history of fainting or other medical diagnosis related to strenuous exercise. Miscellaneous All grants of permissions and consents, and all covenants, agreements, and understandings contained herein are irrevocable. I acknowledge that this Release is intended to be liberally construed to protect the Released Parties to the fullest extent as permitted by the laws of the State of Florida and if any portion of the Release is invalid, the remainder shall continue in full legal force and effect. I certify that the information set forth pertaining to the Participant is true, correct, and complete. I acknowledge and agree that this Release is governed by and shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Any legal action relating to or arising out of this Release shall be commenced exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Orange County, Florida, and each party consents to the jurisdiction and venue of such courts. This Release may be executed electronically, including by typing ‘I AGREE’ or similar affirmation in an electronic registration system, or by signing through a digital signature platform. Any such electronic signature shall constitute the Parent/Guardian’s signature for all purposes and shall have the same force and effect as a written signature.
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