Player Contract

am committed to being a dedicated member of the Combat Baseball Academy team. I understand and agree to the following terms:

1. Exclusive Participation: I will not play for any other team without the express consent of my Combat Baseball Academy coach. Approval will be at the discretion of my coach, and playing for another team will not be allowed if it conflicts with any scheduled practices, games, or tournaments.

2. Commitment to the Team: I will prioritize my responsibilities and commitments to Combat Baseball Academy, doing my best to attend all practices, games, and tournaments.

3. Conduct and Sportsmanship: I will uphold the values of sportsmanship, respect, and integrity both on and off the field, representing Combat Baseball Academy in a positive manner at all times.

4. Adherence to Rules: I will adhere to all team rules and guidelines set forth by Combat Baseball Academy, understanding that failure to do so may result in disciplinary action, including limited playing time or suspension from the team.

I have read and fully understand the terms outlined in this contract. By signing below, I agree to adhere to these terms and commit to being a responsible and dedicated member of Combat Baseball Academy.

Rules of Engagement

The Combat Baseball Academy (CBA) is dedicated to fostering a positive and rewarding baseball experience for all players. This contract outlines the expectations for both players and parents to ensure a safe, respectful, and competitive environment.

1. Players and parents will demonstrate good sportsmanship at all times. This includes treating coaches, teammates, umpires, opposing players, and fans with respect, win or lose.

2. Profanity, insults, and other forms of disrespectful language will not be tolerated. Encouragement and positive reinforcement are key to a supportive team environment.

3. Players are expected to maintain a professional appearance during practices and games. This includes wearing proper attire (as designated by CBA) - Proper uniform combination, hat straight, jersey tucked.

4. Players and parents will respect the umpire's decisions. If there are concerns, these should be addressed with the coaching staff in a private and respectful manner after the game. Discussions with umpires regarding calls is the responsibility of the coaching staff. CBA has zero tolerance for parents and players arguing calls with umpires.

5. Players and parents will refrain from arguing with coaches, teammates, or opponents. If there are issues or concerns, communication should be directed to the coaching staff in a private, constructive, and respectful manner.

6. If ejected from a game you will leave the field and/or dugout immediately with no additional dialogue or actions unbecoming of this program. The ejection will be reviewed, and additional suspensions could be added based on the severity of the incident.

Commitment and Participation:

1. Players are expected to attend all practices and games to the best of their ability, and notify coaches in advance of any absences.

2. Players are encouraged to put forth their best effort during practices and games. This includes actively participating in drills, focusing on instruction, and displaying a positive attitude.

3. Parents are expected to be supportive of their child's participation and encourage good sportsmanship.

Additional Expectations:

1. Players and parents will maintain a clean, drug and alcohol-free environment at all CBA tournaments and practices.

2. Parents will remain outside the dugout during the course of games and/or practices unless special consent has been granted by the coaching staff to enter.

3. Parents are expected to be responsible for their children's behavior at all times while in between games and/or practices.

4. Bullying or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated.

5. Physical violence towards players, coaches, umpires, or spectators is strictly prohibited.

Consequences of Non-Compliance

The CBA reserves the right to remove a player and/or parent from the program for any behavior that violates this contract. Such behavior may include, but is not limited to, repeated instances of poor sportsmanship, verbal abuse, physical aggression, or failure to adhere to

program expectations.

Liability Waiver and

Hold Harmless Agreement

Combat Baseball Academy (CBA): The "Provider" 

Combat Baseball Academy players: The "Participant" 

Recitals: 

• The Participant desires to participate in the CBA’s programs and activities. 

• The CBA is offering the programs and activities. 

• The Participant and Guardian acknowledge that the programs and activities involve inherent risks and may result in injury or property damage. 

Agreement: 

1. Assumption of Risk: The Participant and Guardian voluntarily assume all risks associated with the Participant's involvement in the CBA’s programs and activities, including but not limited to the risk of injury, death, or property damage. 

2. Release of Liability: The Participant and Guardian release, discharge, and hold harmless the CBA, its agents, employees, and representatives from any and all claims, demands, actions, or causes of action arising out of or related to the Participant’s involvement in the CBA’s programs and activities. 

3. Indemnification: The Participant and Guardian agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the CBA from any and all claims, demands, actions, or causes of action brought against the CBA by third parties arising out of or related to the Participants involvement in the CBA’s programs and activities. 

4. Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications, representations, or agreements, whether oral or written. 

Media Release Form

AUTHORIZATION FOR USE OF PLAYER IMAGE & LIKENESS 

I, hereby grant permission to Combat Baseball Academy to capture, use, and distribute photographs, videos, and other media featuring my child for promotional, marketing, and instructional purposes. 

SCOPE OF MEDIA USAGE 

I understand that my child’s image, name, and/or likeness may be used in the following ways: 

• Social media platforms

• Printed materials such as flyers, brochures, and newsletters

• Digital promotions, advertisements, and highlight reels

• Local media coverage related to Combat Baseball Academy events 

WAIVER & RELEASE 

I acknowledge that Combat Baseball Academy will not provide financial compensation for the use of my child’s image or likeness. I also understand that all media content remains the property of Combat Baseball Academy and may be used indefinitely unless revoked in writing by me. 

Additionally, I release Combat Baseball Academy, its coaches, staff, and affiliates from any liability related to the use of my child’s image in accordance with this media release. 

PARENT/GUARDIAN CONSENT 

A copy of this completed packet will be emailed to the address below: