YOUTH PITCHING CLINIC - BASEBALL

RELEASE, INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT

In consideration of participating in a Line Drive camp/clinic, and for other good and valuable consideration, I hereby agree to release and discharge from liability arising from negligence Line Drive and its owners, directors, officers, employees, agents, volunteers, participants, and all other persons or entities acting for them (hereinafter collectively referred to as "Releasee"), on behalf of myself and my children, parents, heirs, assigns, personal representative and estate, and also agree as follows: 

1. I acknowledge that the sport of baseball/softball involves known and unanticipated risks which could result in physical or emotional injury, paralysis or permanent disability, death, and property damage. Risks include, but are not limited to, broken bones, torn ligaments, bruises, and other bodily injuries as serious as death, disability or blindness, caused by contact with baseballs/softballs, bats, other participants, or structures like walls or fences, or caused by uneven ground,; medical conditions resulting from physical activity; and damaged clothing or other property. I understand such risks simply cannot be eliminated, despite the use of safety equipment, without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity. 

2. I expressly accept and assume all of the risks inherent in this activity or that might have been caused by the negligence of the Releases. My participation in this activity is purely voluntary and I elect to participate despite the risks. In addition, if at any time I believe that event conditions are unsafe or that I am unable to participate due to physical or medical conditions, then I will immediately discontinue particpation. 

3. I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Releasees from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action which are in any way connected with my participation in this activity, or my use of their equipment or facilities, arising from negligence. This release does not apply to claims arising from intentional conduct. Should Releasees or anyone acting on their behalf be required to incur attorney's fees and costs to enforce this agreement, I agree to indemnify and hold them harmless for all such fees and costs. 

4. I represent that I have adequate insurance to cover any injury or damage I may suffer or cause while participaing in this activity, or else I agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage myself. I further represent that I ahve no mediacl or physical condition which could interfere with my safety in tihs activity, or else I am willing to assume - and bear the costs of - all risks that may be created, directly or indirectly, by any such condition. 

5. In the event that I file a lawsuit, I agree to do so solely in the state where Releasee' facility is located, and I further agree that the substantive law of that state shall apply. 

6. I agree that if any portion of this agreement is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect. 

By signing this document, I agree that if I am hurt or my porperty is damaged during my participation in this activity, then I may be found by a court of law to have waived my right to maintain a lawsuit against the parties being released on the basis of any claim for negligence. 

I have had sufficient time to read this entire document and, should I choose to do so, consult with legal counsel prior to signing. Also, I understand that this activity might not be made available to me or that the cost to engage in this activity would be significantly greater if I were to choose not to sign this release, and agree taht the opportunity to participate at the stated cost in return for the execution of theis release is a reasonable bargain. I have read and understood this document and I agree to be bound by its terms. 

Medical Release and Authorization

As Parent and/or Guardian of the named athlete, I hereby authorize the diagnosis and treatment by a qualified and licensed medical professional, of the minor child, in the event of a medical emergency, which in the opinion of the attending medical professional, requires immediate attention to prevent further endangerment of the minor’s life, physical disfigurement, physical impairment, or other undue pain, suffering or discomfort, if delayed.

Permission is hereby granted to the attending physician to proceed with any medical or minor surgical treatment, x-ray examination and immunizations for the named athlete. In the event of an emergency arising out of serious illness, the need for major surgery, or significant accidental injury, I understand that every attempt will be made by the attending physician to contact me in the most expeditious way possible. This authorization is granted only after a reasonable effort has been made to reach me.

Permission is also granted to Line Drive and its affiliates including Owners, Employees, Coaches, and Volunteers to provide the needed emergency treatment prior to the child’s admission to the medical facility.

Release authorized on the dates and/or duration of the registered season.

This release is authorized and executed of my own free will, with the sole purpose of authorizing medical treatment under emergency circumstances, for the protection of life and limb of the named minor child, in my absence.