In consideration of being permitted to participate in any
Owatonna Pickleball Association ("OPA") events, activities,
open play, or scheduled play (collectively, the
"Activities"), I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs,
assigns, personal representatives, and next of kin, hereby
release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue OPA, its
officers, directors, agents, volunteers, event and tournament
organizers, and the owners and operators of any facility or
premises where the Activities take place (collectively, the
"Released Parties") from any and all claims, demands, losses,
or damages resulting in personal injury, accident, or illness
(including communicable disease and death) and property loss
arising from, but not limited to, my participation in the
Activities, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I understand and acknowledge that OPA does not own, operate,
control, or maintain the courts, facilities, or premises where
the Activities are held, and that OPA is not responsible for
inspecting, supervising, or ensuring the safety or condition
of those facilities. I assume all risks associated with the
condition of any playing surface, facility, or premises used
for the Activities.
Participation in the Activities carries certain inherent risks
that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid
injury. These risks vary but include: (1) minor injuries such
as bruises, sprains, and dehydration; (2) major injuries such
as eye injuries, joint or back injuries, heat stroke, heart
attack, and concussion; and (3) catastrophic injuries such as
paralysis and death. Risks also arise from court and surface
conditions, weather, equipment, and the conduct of other
participants.
I have read the preceding paragraphs and I know, understand,
and appreciate these and other risks inherent in playing
pickleball. I represent that I am physically fit to participate
and have no medical condition that would prevent my safe
participation. I assert that my participation is voluntary and
that I knowingly assume all such risks.
I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released
Parties from any and all claims, actions, suits, costs,
expenses, damages, and liabilities, including attorney's fees,
brought as a result of my involvement in the Activities. In the
event of injury or illness, I authorize OPA to arrange emergency
medical treatment on my behalf, and I agree that I am solely
responsible for the costs of any such treatment.
I grant OPA permission to use photographs, video, or other
recordings of me taken during the Activities for OPA's
promotional and informational purposes, without compensation.
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of
Minnesota. If any portion of this Agreement is held to be
invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall
continue in full force and effect. If the applicant is under 18
years of age, the parent or legal guardian signing below agrees
to all terms of this Agreement on the minor's behalf and on
their own behalf, and additionally releases and indemnifies the
Released Parties for any claim brought by or on behalf of the
minor.