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Steele County Blades

Premier Division

Player Contract

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CONFIDENTIAL

This Premier Division Player Contract effective constitutes a confidential and binding AGREEMENT under the laws of the State of Arizona between, on the one hand, jointly and severally, (PLAYER) born on and the undersigned parent or legal guardian (PARENT) and, on the other hand, Steele County Blades, an Arizona limited liability company (CLUB), a junior hockey team registered with the United States Premier Hockey League, LLC (USPHL).  This AGREEMENT is established for the purpose of defining the mutual obligations between the CLUB and the PLAYER as well as the CLUB and the PARENT for the (SEASON). The intent of this AGREEMENT shall not be negated due to typos, errors, or misprints. The SEASON shall be defined by the parameters of the practice and game schedule.

  1. Exclusive Play.During the SEASON, the PLAYER hereby agrees to play amateur ice hockey exclusively for the CLUB.  During the SEASON, PLAYER shall not participate or play in any other ice hockey events without the express written consent of the CLUB which shall be reasonably granted whenever such outside participation is determined by the CLUB to not be in conflict with the interests of the CLUB.
  1. Regular Attendance. The PLAYER agrees that he shall attend all CLUB on-ice and off-ice sessions including, but not limited to games, practices, dry-land training, instructional sessions, team meetings and organized educational prep sessions, unless otherwise excused by the CLUB prior to noted activity.
  1. Conduct. The PLAYER agrees that he will conduct himself on and off the ice in accordance with the highest standard of honesty, citizenship and sportsmanship and in accordance with the USPHL Hockey Participant Code of Conduct.  The PLAYER further agrees that he will not do anything that is materially detrimental or materially prejudicial to the best interests of the Club in recognition that his behavior is always representative of the CLUB.  The PLAYER further understands that the CLUB may dismiss PLAYER at will for failure to uphold good citizenship and behavior and violation thereof shall, at the sole discretion of the CLUB, be the basis for suspension or termination of this AGREEMENT.
  1. No Guaranty of Playing Time. The PLAYER acknowledges and agrees that this AGREEMENT does NOT constitute a guarantee of playing time, or of equal playing time for the PLAYER, and that all decisions regarding playing time shall be determined solely by the CLUB as it sees fit.  PLAYER understands he will continually compete for a playing position, and that the CLUB makes no representation regarding the total number of players that the CLUB will carry at the PLAYER’S position.  Skill and effectiveness in both practice and games are critical factors to playing time, which shall be determined in the CLUB’S sole discretion.  PLAYER and PARENT understand that part of the player development process may include placement on any appropriate team operated by CLUB.  All such teams are operated under the same rules and guidelines set forth by this AGREEMENT and such placement shall be subject to the terms of this AGREEMENT.  In addition, PLAYER hereby agrees to ANY re-assignment from CLUB to another team within the USPHL, based on PLAYER performance, in the Club’s sole discretion.
  1. No Guaranty of Improvement. The CLUB expressly does NOT guarantee or in any way promise or assure that it can improve the college or professional hockey potential of the PLAYER.
  1. Applicable Rules. During the Season, the CLUB and PLAYER will follow USPHL rules, including without limitation those pertaining to game and practice guidelines, ice availability, apparel, equipment, transportation and housing.  The CLUB and PLAYER will following all USPHL standards.
  1. Club Activities. The CLUB shall be the sole beneficiary of ticket sales, donations, tuition fees, advertising and other revenues and assets of any kind that the PLAYER will receive, and the PLAYER shall not receive or be due any monetary or material compensation of any kind.  The CLUB has the right to use any photograph, image, or likeness of the player for promotional or instructional activity without compensation to PLAYER.  PLAYER and/or PARENT expressly waive any/all right to compensation, monetary or otherwise, for use of his photograph, image, or likeness and hereby authorize CLUB to use same as provided for in the AGREEMENT.
  1. Tuition; Deposit. The PLAYER or PARENT shall pay to the CLUB a non-refundable tuition ("TUITION") of $ . TUITION shall be paid in full at the time of signing this AGREEMENT. Additionally, PLAYER or PARENT shall pay to the CLUB an equipment deposit of $200 (EQUIPMENT DEPOSIT) at the time of signing this AGREEMENT. PLAYER and PARENT shall be jointly and severally responsible for the TUITION and any other amounts due under this AGREEMENT. CLUB will provide home and away jerseys, equipment bag, and other CLUB designated items. Jerseys, bags, and other CLUB designed items will need to be returned at season end. If PLAYER/PARENT fail to return all or any of the jerseys, bags and other CLUB designed items by the end of the SEASON, or the same are returned in poor condition, excepting normal wear and tear, CLUB shall keep the EQUIPMENT DEPOSIT. However, they will be available for purchase at a reduced cost, prior to any post season. The CLUB does not pay for any other costs, including equipment or supplies, as may be required by the PLAYER during the season.  The TUITION does not include room and board. The PLAYER and PARENT may be provided the option to enter into a separate Steele County Blades Billeting Agreement and such agreement shall be solely between PLAYER, PARENT, and the billet family. CLUB shall have no obligation to provide room and board or any obligations under any such billeting agreement. CLUB will facilitate room and board payments between PLAYER/PARENT and the billet family and may revoke such offer at any time; provided that PLAYER/PARENT shall indemnify and hold CLUB harmless for, from, and against any loss, claim, expense, or damage arising out of or related to CLUB’S facilitation of such payments. If PLAYER/PARENT enter into such billeting agreement, they hereby agree to comply with its terms. Should PLAYER or PARENT fail to complete tuition or billet payment(s) for any reason, this shall be considered a material breach of this agreement, and the CLUB shall be entitled to refuse to allow the PLAYER to continue to participate in the games/practices remaining, in addition to any other remedies it is entitled to hereunder.

 

  1. The CLUB may participate, at its discretion, in one or more Showcases held outside of our normal playing area.  Should PLAYER elect to participate in any such tournaments, and the distance is not drivable with the team bus, PLAYER will be responsible for prepaying or reimbursing the CLUB for airfare to/from tournament locale, in the CLUB’S discretion, and such payments shall be due within five (5) days of the invoice date.
  1. Should the CLUB qualify for the Playoffs and/or Nationals, additional ice time and travel will need to be purchased. PLAYERS agree to and will be responsible for their portion of these additional expenses and any other costs and expenses that may arise in connection with the same due to unforeseen circumstances, though CLUB will make commercially reasonable efforts to minimize such costs.

For Playoffs, these additional costs are estimated to be approximately $300 for each home series/round, or $500 for each away series/round.   For Nationals, these additional costs are estimated to be approximately $1250 in total. This includes airfare, hotel, transportation and food for the duration of the tournament.   CLUB makes no guarantee as to what the actual costs will be. CLUB will use as much fundraising and sponsorship dollars to reduce these estimated expenses though is not guaranteed. Final charges will be outlined and invoiced at the time of qualification and shall be due within five (5) days of the invoice date.  

  1. Credit Card Guarantee. The PLAYER and/or PARENT shall and hereby agree to guarantee all payments with a working credit or debit bankcard.  If the credit or debit card is canceled or has insufficient credit limit, then the PLAYER and/or PARENT shall provide a guarantee of payment satisfactory to the CLUB.  If the PLAYER and/or PARENT fails to provide such guarantee then the CLUB may, at its sole discretion, suspend or terminate PLAYER'S services with the CLUB.  THE PLAYER AND PARENT ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE CLUB OPERATES ON A VERY TIGHT BUDGET, AND ACCORDINGLY, AGREE TO PAY THEIR TUITION AND OTHER FEES ON OR BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THIS AGREEMENT (the “PAYMENT DATE”).  THERE WILL BE A FINANCE CHARGE OF 2% PER MONTH ON ANY BALANCE EXISTING AFTER THIRTY (30) DAYS FROM THE PAYMENT DATE.  THIS IS AN ANNUAL PERCENTAGE RATE OF 24%.  ADDITIONAL FINANCE CHARGES WILL BE AVOIDED BY PAYING THE NEW BALANCE BEFORE THE BILLING DATE OF THE NEXT MONTH.   IF PAYMENT IS NOT RECEIVED WITHIN TEN (10) DAYS OF DUE DATE, THE CREDIT CARD ON FILE WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE TUITION AMOUNT PAST DUE AS WELL AS A 3% CONVENIENCE FEE. To the extent permitted under applicable law, PLAYER and PARENT hereby irrevocably and unconditionally authorize CLUB to charge all amounts due under this AGREEMENT to the credit or debit card provided to the CLUB and agree to indemnify, defend and hold CLUB harmless for from and against any losses arising from or related to the same.   IN THE EVENT THAT THE CLUB DOES NOT RECEIVE PAYMENT BY THE PAYMENT DATE, THE PLAYER AND PARENT HEREBY ALSO AGREE TO PAY FOR ANY AND ALL LEGAL, ADMINISTRATIVE OR OTHER COSTS INVOLVED IN COLLECTING FULL TUITION, FEES OR EQUIPMENT COSTS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE CLUB’S ATTORNEYS’ FEES AND COURT COSTS.  IF ANY PAST DUE BILL IS SENT TO TEAM ATTORNEY FOR COLLECTION, THE PARENT AND PLAYER AGREE TO PAY AN ATTORNEY INITIATION FEE OF $2,000.00 TO THE CLUB IN ORDER TO COMPENSATE THE CLUB’S TREASURER OR REPRESENTATIVE FOR THEIR TIME AND TRAVEL.
  1. Separation of Player. The PLAYER and PARENT both agree to pay the full tuition regardless of whether the PLAYER should voluntarily leave the team or be released by the CLUB. Nothing herein shall be considered as a waiver of the CLUB’S right to collect tuition payments provided herein. CLUB may trade PLAYER in CLUB’S sole and absolute discretion.
  1. Equipment Use. It is understood that all personal equipment purchased and worn by player will be following USPHL regulations and that it is up to the PLAYER to keep said equipment in safety compliance with USPHL.  PLAYER agrees that the return of team issued goods upon suspension, termination, or completion of the players’ services is the sole responsibility of the PLAYER and non-returned or lost goods will be charged to PLAYER or PARENT at replacement cost. CLUB MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THE EQUIPMENT OR GOODS PROVIDED BY CLUB TO PLAYER, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, REPRESENTATIONS AS TO THEIR QUALITY, CONDITION, OR SUITABILITY.
  1. USPHL Membership Registration.  All Players participating in the USPHL are required to register online with the league.   At the time of signing this AGREEMENT, PLAYER shall go to www.usphl.com and complete the player registration process and pay the associated fee to become eligible to play in the SEASON. (For all Non-US Citizens: It is a requirement of the league that you obtain player accident insurance. A link is available on the USPHL website to apply/pay for this coverage. Non–US citizens will not be allowed to participate in USPHL sanctioned events without proper insurance coverage). Evidence of insurance must be provided to CLUB prior to joining any team events. If PLAYER or PARENT does not provide proof of insurance satisfactory to the CLUB prior to joining, PLAYER and PARENT represent and warrant that PLAYER is a US citizen.)
  1. Governing Law. This AGREEMENT shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Arizona, including the choice of law principles thereof. The PARTIES agree that any dispute between the parties concerning this Agreement, may at the sole discretion of the Club, be resolved by confidential binding arbitration before a neutral, mutually acceptable arbitrator and shall be conducted pursuant to the arbitration rules as promulgated by the American Arbitration Association, and the hearing shall be conducted in the State of Arizona.  Equitable claims, including but not limited to preliminary injunctions, temporary restraining orders, and declaratory judgments, however, shall not be resolved by arbitration but instead shall be resolved in a court of law.  The PARTIES agree that any action in equity relating to this Agreement be brought in the State of Arizona, with all rights to a jury trial waived.  The PLAYER and PARENT agree to reimburse the CLUB for its reasonable attorneys’ fees if the CLUB is the prevailing party in action or actions.
  1. Injunctive Relief. The PLAYER and PARENT acknowledge that any breach of Section 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8 or 12, is likely to result in immediate, irreparable harm to the CLUB, for which damages are not reasonably ascertainable.  The PLAYER and PARENT agree, therefore, that, upon a showing that the PLAYER or PARENT is about to breach, or has breached, any such Section, the CLUB shall be entitled to a preliminary injunction and other equitable relief as necessary to enjoin the PLAYER or PARENT from threatened, further or continuing breaches thereof.  The PLAYER and PARENT agree to waive notice of such preliminary injunction hearing and understand that ex parte relief may be sought by the CLUB. PARENT and PLAYER agree to waive any requirement that CLUB post a bond in connection with such equitable relief.  In no event shall the CLUB be liable for consequential damages, in contract or tort, for any breach of this agreement.
  1. Severability. If any part, term, clause or provision of this AGREEMENT shall be determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unenforceable under applicable law, such part, term, clause, or provision(s) shall not apply in such instance, but the remaining parts, terms, clauses, and provisions shall be given their full effect in accordance with their terms.
  1. Survival. The sections of this Agreement that by their nature are intended to survive its expiration or termination will survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement.
  1. No Waiver. Waiver by the PARTIES of any term, provision or condition hereof shall not be construed as a waiver of any other term, provision or condition, nor shall waiver be deemed a waiver of any subsequent breach of said term, condition or provision.
  1. Execution.  This AGREEMENT may be signed by ‘pdf’ or facsimile and in counterparts.
  1. Amendments. This AGREEMENT may be amended or modified only by written instrument executed by each of the parties hereto.
  1. Headings.  The headings and subheadings of Sections of this AGREEMENT and/or any schedule or exhibit attached hereto are for convenience of reference only and shall not constitute part of or define or limit any of the provisions of this AGREEMENT or such schedule or exhibit.
  1. Entire Agreement. This document constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and can only be modified by a written agreement signed by the PARENT, PLAYER, and by the CLUB.  All prior or contemporaneous oral representations are of no force or effect. In connection with this AGREEMENT, and at the time of signing the same, PLAYER and PARENT shall also execute the Release and Indemnity Agreement, Consent for Medical Treatment of a Minor, and USPHL Hockey Participant Code of Conduct provided concurrently herewith, and the same shall hereby be incorporated into this AGREEMENT by this reference.
  1. No Offer. The tendering by the CLUB of this agreement to the PLAYER or PLAYER'S parent shall not constitute an offer to said PLAYER, it being expressly understood that until the CLUB's General Manager countersigns this agreement, the terms herein are of no force or effect.
  1. Parent Representation. By signing this AGREEMENT and/or the Release and Indemnity Agreement and/or the Consent for Medical Treatment of a Minor provided concurrently herewith, PARENT represents that he/she is the parent of PLAYER or PLAYER’S legal guardian.
  1. Term and Termination. This Agreement shall be effective upon the date first written in the signature line and shall continue in full force and effect until the end of the SEASON. This Agreement may be terminated by CLUB immediately upon a breach of this AGREEMENT by PLAYER or PARENT or for any reason or no reason upon thirty (30) days’ notice to PLAYER/PARENT.
    1. Notice. All notices or other communications hereunder shall be in writing and delivered to the either the PARENT OR PLAYER physical or email address below. Notices to the CLUB shall be provided to either Steele County Blades, 1525 S. Elm Street, Owatonna, MN 55060 or recruiting@centericegroup.com . Such addresses may be changed by notice given by such party to the other pursuant to this Section or by other form of notice agreed to by the parties.
PLAYER INFORMATION:
Name:
Address:

 
E-mail Address:
Cell Phone Number:

 
PARENT INFORMATION:
Name:

Address:

 
E-mail Address:
Home Phone Number:
Work Phone Number:
  1. Confidentiality. PLAYER and PARENT agree to keep the terms and contents of this Agreement confidential (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION) and not directly or indirectly disclose, disseminate, publish, or reproduce the CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION. PLAYER and PARENT shall take reasonable measures to protect the secrecy of, and avoid the unauthorized disclosure or use of, the CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION.

Player Advancement and Release Clause

In the event the Player receives a bona fide offer to join a team operating at a higher competitive level (defined as the NCDC or NAHL) the Club agrees to release the Player from any future obligations of this Agreement, provided that the offering team presents a formal written offer. The release of the Player shall be conditioned upon the completion of all required documentation and full compliance with all applicable rules and transfer requirements of the USPHL. Notwithstanding such release, any payments made by or on behalf of the Player prior to the date of release shall be deemed earned by the Club and are strictly non-refundable under any circumstances.

In the event the Club declines to release the Player based on non-compliance with USPHL transfer rules, the Player shall have the right to submit a written appeal to the USPHL Commissioner’s Office for review. The decision of the USPHL Commissioner or their designated representative shall be final and binding on all parties.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have read and understand this AGREEMENT and agree to all the terms and conditions within this document as evidenced by the signatures below.

PLAYER:

Print Name:

Signature: Signature

Date:

 

PARENT:

Print Name:

Signature:                                                       

 

Date:                                                              

CLUB:

 

Steele County Blades, a Arizona limited liability company

By:                                                                 

Print Name:                                                    

Title:                                                              

 

 

 

 

 

 

RELEASE AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

We, the undersigned PLAYER and PARENT or legal guardian of the PLAYER, acknowledge that ice hockey is a contact sport and an inherently dangerous activity that can result in physical injury, pain, suffering, temporary or permanent disability, financial loss, damage to property, or death.  We agree that CLUB, its’ owners, affiliated organizations, directors, managers, subsidiaries, partners, officers, agents, servants, employees, coaches, scouts, volunteers, sponsors, facilities, rinks, and facility and rink employees shall not be liable to PARENT or PLAYER for any injury, loss, or damage (including death), of any kind or nature, foreseeable or unforeseeable, resulting directly or indirectly from or otherwise related to any participation with the CLUB, or due to the use of any equipment provided by the CLUB.  In consideration of the CLUB accepting the PLAYER, we hereby acknowledge and agree that, to the fullest extent of the law, the undersigned will, jointly and severally, defend, indemnify, discharge, and hold harmless the CLUB, and any of their owners, affiliated organizations, directors, managers, subsidiaries, partners, officers, agents, servants, employees, coaches, scouts, volunteers, sponsors, facilities, rinks, and facility and rink employees, from and against all claims, damages, judgments, liabilities, losses, and expenses, including attorney's fees, for any injuries, losses, or damages (including death) arising out of or resulting from the PLAYER’s participation in any way with the CLUB or due to the use of any equipment or other items provided to the PLAYER by the CLUB, including without limitation any injuries, losses, or damages (including death) incurred during travel or travel related functions to or from any and all organization/team functions.  We UNDERSTAND that this agreement shall bind our heirs, legal representatives and all assigns and shall inure to the benefit of the CLUB, its’ owners, affiliated organizations, directors, managers, subsidiaries, partners, officers, agents, servants, employees, coaches, scouts, volunteers, sponsors, facilities, rinks, and facility and rink employees, and their successors and assigns.   Defined terms herein shall have the meaning assigned to them in the Premier Division Player Contract executed on or about of even date herewith.

PLAYER:

Print Name:

Signature:Signature

Date: :

 

PARENT:

Print Name:

Signature:                                                       

 

Date:                                                              

CLUB:

 

teele County Blades, a Arizona limited liability company

By:                                                                 

Print Name:                                                    

Title:                                                              

 

 

 

CONSENT FOR MEDICAL TREATMENT OF A MINOR

As parent or legal guardian of the PLAYER, I hereby give my consent for emergency medical care prescribed by a duly licensed Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Dentistry.  This care may be given under whatever circumstances are necessary to preserve life, limb, or well-being of the PLAYER. Defined terms herein shall have the meaning assigned to them in the Premier Division Player Contract executed on or about of even date herewith.

PARENT:

Print Name:

Signature:                                                       

 

Date:                                                              

USPHL HOCKEY

PARTICIPANT CODE OF CONDUCT

              Hockey Season

PRINT NAME OF PARTICIPANT:

 

I have read and signed this form as a member of Steele County Blades team

participating in the United States Premier Hockey League, LLC for the playing season.

  1. No swearing or abusive language on the bench, in the rink, or at any team

function.

  1. No lashing out at any official no matter what the call is. The coaching staff will

handle all matters pertaining to officiating.

  1. Anyone who receives a penalty will skate directly to the penalty box.
  2. Fighting will not be tolerated.
  3. There will be no drinking, smoking, chewing of tobacco, or use of illegal

substances at any team function.

  1. I will conduct myself in a befitting manner at all facilities (ice rink, hotel,

restaurant, etc.) during any team function.

  1. I understand that players or team officials who cannot abide by these rules or

who violates them will be subject to further disciplinary action.

Signature

Player Signature

 Date   Parent Signature Date

 

Player information

Section

Season information

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