Lancaster Recreation Commission Adult League Player Contract

Note: Each individual must read and sign the Player Contract. Names of individuals on the roster that have not signed the Player Contract will NOT BE ELIGIBLE to participate in the league. This form must be completed and returned, with the team roster, to the Sports Services Department before you are eligible to participate in any league game. Failure to submit a completed Player Contract will result in you being ruled ineligible. This Player Contract will be valid for the duration of the sport season and a contract on file may suffice for participation in another season of the same sport that begins or ends in the same calendar year.

CODE OF CONDUCT: The Lancaster Recreation Commission provides recreational sports for the enjoyment of Lancaster City and County residents. Games are intended to be fun and played in a spirit of friendly competition. Behavior that endangers others, causes embarrassment, or undermines the goals of Lancaster Recreation Commission programs will not be tolerated. Violations of these guidelines may result in ejection from a game or suspension from league play. The Lancaster Recreation Commission may also suspend a player or team indefinitely if warranted by an investigation. Investigation results will remain confidential and will not be shared with individuals or teams not directly involved. The Director of Recreation and the Executive Director of the Lancaster Recreation Commission have final authority on all decisions, and there will be no opportunities for appeal. In addition to the expectation for appropriate conduct, these straightforward, common-sense rules will be strictly enforced.

PLAYERS/SPECTATORS: Players/spectators are encouraged to attend games, cheer for their teams and encourage teammates. Insulting or verbally abusing players, officials or other spectators will result in ejection or suspension from league participation.

COACHES/MANAGERS: Coaches/managers are the authority figures for their teams, and they have a responsibility to help keep order and calm among players and fans. Coaches/managers are allowed to protest an official's call, but under no circumstances should you verbally abuse, insult, physically threaten or strike an official.

OFFICIALS: An official is responsible for maintaining order at all times and fairly calling games as best as he or she can. An official is the final authority at the facility. Officials are not to use their positions to intimidate or unfairly treat players or coaches. By affixing my signature to the Player Contract, in addition to the above Code of Conduct, I agree to and understand the following:

RELEASE/HOLD HARMLESS: I release the Lancaster Recreation Commission, School District of Lancaster, City of Lancaster, Lancaster Township, officials, agents and employees for any injury to myself, or for my death, or for any property damage on behalf of myself, or my heirs or successors in interest, arising from my participation in the leagues conducted by the Lancaster Recreation Commission. I will indemnify and hold harmless the Lancaster Recreation Commission, School District of Lancaster, City of Lancaster, Lancaster Township, officials, agents and employees from any loss, liability, damage or costs which results or is alleged to have resulted from my participation in the leagues conducted by the Lancaster Recreation Commission.

PLAYER RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROCURING INSURANCE: I am fully aware that Lancaster Recreation Commission carries no medical insurance for any participant and that I am solely responsible for securing my own Insurance.

COACH/MANAGER FAMILIARITY WITH RULES: My coach/manager has advised me that he/she has read the rules issued by the Lancaster Recreation Commission and has advised me of the contents thereof.

ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I assume all risks involved in my participation in the league and I recognize that I am solely responsible for my decision to participate in any game in the league, and that the above release policy includes, but is not limited to, a release (1) for maintenance or condition of the playing area; (2) for condition of appurtenances (courts, bleachers and gyms); and (3) for equipment supplied by the Lancaster Recreation Commission.

SPORTS SKILLS: I am familiar with the skills required to participate in the league conducted by the Lancaster Recreation Commission, and have satisfied myself that I am proficient in these skills and that the above stated release includes, but is not limited to, a release for failure of the Lancaster Recreation Commission to provide classes for the technical instruction therein. I also recognize the strenuous aspect of this sport and that it involves running, jumping and possible physical contact. I hereby attest that I am physically capable of participating in this activity.