Athlete Registration Form

Waivers, Releases, and Policies

I agree to the following:

1. Ability to Participate. I am physically able to take part in Special Olympics activities, and will abide by all applicable rules, requirements and codes of conduct.
2. Likeness Release. I give permission to Special Olympics, Inc., Special Olympics games organizing committees, Special Olympics accredited Programs (collectively "Special Olympics"), as well as official Special Olympics supporters and partners that have authorization from Special Olympics, to use my likeness, photo, video, name, voice, words, biographical information and similar or related material (my "likeness") to promote Special Olympics and raise funds for Special Olympics. I understand that my likeness may be used in all forms of media in local or global campaigns - including those by supporters and partners of Special Olympics - but understand that my likeness will not be used to endorse commercial products or services. I understand that I will not be compensated for the use of my likeness.
3. Emergency Care. If I am unable, or my guardian is unavailable, to consent or make medical decisions in an emergency, I authorize Special Olympics to seek medical care on my behalf, unless I mark one of the boxes below.

Personal Information

I understand that Special Olympics will be collecting my personal information as part of my participation, including my name, image, address, telephone number, health information, and other personally identifying and health related information I provide to Special Olympics ("personal information").

I agree and consent to Special Olympics using my personal information in order to: make sure I am eligible and can participate safely; run trainings and events; share competition results; provide health treatment if I participate in a health program; analyze data for improving programming; perform computer operations and quality assurance; and provide event-related services.

I have the right to ask to see my personal information or to be informed about the personal information that is processed about me. I have the right to ask to correct and delete my personal information, and to restrict the processing of my personal information if it is inconsistent with this consent.

Privacy Policy: Personal information may be used and shared consistent with this form and as further explained in the Special Olympics privacy policy at www.SpecialOlympics.org/Privacy-Policy.

Symptoms for Spinal Cord Compression and Atlantoaxial Instability

For athletes with Down syndrome only:

If I (or the athlete) have been diagnosed with or experienced any of the following symptoms that have increased in severity over the past three years - difficulty controlling bowels or bladder; numbness or tingling in legs, arms, hands, or feet; weakness in arms, legs, hands or feet; burner/stinger/pinched nerve; pain in neck, back, shoulders, arms, hands, buttocks, legs or feet; spasticity or paralysis - I must obtain a review and permission from a licensed medical practitioner to train and/or participate in Special Olympics activities.

Waiver and Release of Liability / Assumption of Risk / Indemnification

In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in Special Olympics activities, the undersigned acknowledges, appreciates, and agrees that:

1. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of illness (including communicable diseases), injury (including concussion), disability, and death does exist;
2. If I observe any unusual or significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest Special Olympics representative immediately; and,
3. I understand the risks involved with participation in Special Olympics activities. I fully accept and assume all risks and all responsibility for losses, costs, and damages I may incur as a result of my participation. To the fullest extent of the law, I release and agree not to sue any Special Olympics organization, its directors, agents, volunteers, and employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners and lessors of premises on which any Special Olympics activity is occurring ("Releasees") related to any liabilities, claims, or losses on my account caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the Releasees even if arising from the negligence of the Releasees.

Special Olympics Idaho Athlete's Code of Conduct

I. Sportsmanship - I will practice good sportsmanship. I will act in ways that bring respect to me, my coaches, my team and Special Olympics Idaho. I will not use bad language. I will not swear or insult other persons. I will not fight with other athletes, coaches, volunteers, or staff.

II. Training and Competition - I will train regularly. I will learn and follow the rules of my sport. I will listen to my coaches and the officials and ask questions when I do not understand. I will always try my best during training, divisioning, and competitions. I will not "hold back" in preliminaries just to get into an easier final heat.

III. Responsibility for My Actions - I will not make inappropriate or unwanted physical, verbal or sexual advances on others. I will not drink alcohol, smoke or take illegal drugs while representing Special Olympics at training sessions, competition or during Games. I will not take drugs for the purpose of improving my performance. I will obey all laws and Special Olympics rules.

I understand that if I do not obey this Code of Conduct my Program or a Games Organizing Committee may not allow me to participate.

Special Olympics Family Member Code of Conduct

We hope as family members, you will embrace the spirit of Special Olympics and help to provide a competition and training environment that enhances athlete character and skill development.

As a Special Olympics family member, I pledge the following:

• I will let my athlete choose the sports in which he/she would like to participate.
• I will remember that athletes participate to have fun and that the game is for them; not for the family members.
• I will see to it that my athlete's medical form is up-to-date, complete, and on file.
• I will learn the rules of the game and the SOI policies before I complain or protest.
• I (and my guests) will be a positive role model for my athlete and encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy.
• I understand that I play a vital role in the health and safety of my athlete's participation.
• I (and my guests) will never engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct.
• I will never encourage any behaviors or practices that would endanger the health and well-being of the athletes.
• I will teach my athlete to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence.
• I will praise my athlete for competing fairly and trying hard, and I will make my athlete feel like a winner every time.
• I will never ridicule or yell at my athlete or other participants for making a mistake or losing a competition.
• I will promote the emotional and physical well-being of the athletes ahead of any personal desire to win.
• I will respect the officials and their authority during games and competition.
• I will demand a sports environment that is free from drugs and alcohol.
• I will refrain from coaching my athlete or other athletes during competitions and practices if I am not the assigned coach.

If I fail to abide by these rules and guidelines, I may be subject to disciplinary action including verbal warning, game suspension, written warning, season suspension, or a misbehavior report.