WILDCATS CHEER AND ATHLETICS, LLC
Wildcats 5K Dash & Fun Run
ASSUMPTION OF RISK, WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
Event Location: Goddard Memorial State Park, Ives Road, Warwick, Rhode Island
PLEASE READ THIS DOCUMENT CAREFULLY. THIS IS A LEGALLY BINDING
WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY. BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT, YOU
ARE GIVING UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE.
In consideration of being permitted to participate in the Wildcats 5K Dash & Fun Run (the
"Event"), including all related activities, the Fun Run, bounce houses, children's activities,
vendor areas, parking areas, spectator areas, and any other event-related activities sponsored or
organized by Wildcats Cheer and Athletics, LLC ("WCA"), I voluntarily agree to the following:
1. ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I understand that participation in this Event involves inherent and significant risks that cannot be
eliminated regardless of the care taken by WCA. These risks include, but are not limited to:
• Running, walking, jogging, and physical exertion;
• Uneven pavement, grass, gravel, curbs, potholes, tree roots, and other natural or manmade obstacles;
• Slips, trips, falls, collisions with participants, spectators, bicycles, vehicles, volunteers,
animals, or objects;
• Weather conditions including heat, humidity, rain, wind, lightning, or other
environmental hazards;
• Physical injury, illness, dehydration, heat-related illness, cardiac events, disability,
paralysis, emotional distress, property damage, and death;
• Risks associated with inflatable bounce houses and children's activities, including falls,
collisions, and other injuries.
I knowingly and voluntarily assume all risks, whether known or unknown, foreseeable or
unforeseeable, associated with my participation in the Event.
2. RELEASE OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to
sue Wildcats Cheer and Athletics, LLC, Wildcats Cheer Inc., their owners, officers, directors,
employees, coaches, instructors, volunteers, members, sponsors, vendors, contractors, race
officials, event staff, insurers, successors, assigns, affiliates, State of Rhode Island, and
Department of Environmental Management (collectively, the "Released Parties") from any and
all liability, claims, demands, actions, causes of action, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or
attorney's fees arising from or related to my participation in the Event, including claims arising
from the ordinary negligence of any Released Party.
This release applies to all claims for personal injury, illness, disability, emotional distress,
property damage, wrongful death, or any other loss sustained before, during, or after the Event.
3. MEDICAL CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am physically able to safely participate in this Event. I have not been advised by a
physician or other qualified healthcare provider not to participate.
I understand that WCA is not responsible for determining my medical fitness and that I
participate entirely at my own risk.
4. EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE
If I become injured or require emergency medical treatment during the Event, I authorize WCA,
race officials, volunteers, emergency medical personnel, or law enforcement to obtain medical
care on my behalf if I am unable to provide consent.
I understand that I am solely responsible for all medical expenses incurred.
5. BOUNCE HOUSE AND CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES
I understand that participation in inflatable attractions and children's activities is voluntary and
involves additional risks, including falls, collisions, improper use by participants, equipment
failure, and other unforeseen hazards.
I voluntarily assume all risks associated with these activities.
Parents and legal guardians remain solely responsible for supervising their children at all times.
6. COMPLIANCE WITH EVENT RULES
I agree to follow all Event rules and all instructions given by race officials, volunteers,
emergency personnel, park staff, and law enforcement.
I understand that failure to follow these rules may result in my removal from the Event without
refund.
7. PERSONAL PROPERTY
I understand that WCA is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged personal property
before, during, or after the Event.
8. WEATHER AND EVENT CHANGES
I understand that the Event may be modified, postponed, delayed, or canceled due to severe
weather, public safety concerns, emergencies, or circumstances beyond the control of WCA.
Registration fees and donations are non-refundable unless otherwise determined by WCA.
9. PHOTO, VIDEO, AND MEDIA RELEASE
I grant WCA permission to photograph, videotape, livestream, or otherwise record my
participation.
I authorize WCA to use my name, image, likeness, voice, and photographs in promotional
materials, advertising, social media, fundraising materials, websites, printed publications, and
other media without compensation or additional permission.
10. INDEMNIFICATION
I agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Released Parties from any claims, damages,
liabilities, costs, or expenses arising out of my actions or the actions of any minor for whom I am
legally responsible.
11. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this Agreement is determined to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of
competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
12. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of
Rhode Island.
13. ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I acknowledge that:
• I have carefully read this entire Waiver and Release of Liability.
• I fully understand its contents.
• I understand that I am giving up substantial legal rights, including the right to sue.
• I sign this Agreement freely and voluntarily without inducement or coercion.
• I intend for this Agreement to be a complete and unconditional release of liability to the
fullest extent permitted by law.
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
Participant Name: _______________________________________________
Date of Birth: _______________________
Address: ________________________________________________________
City: __________________ State: __________ Zip: ___________________
Phone: __________________ Email: ________________________________
Participant Signature: ___________________________________________
Date: _______________________________
PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN CONSENT (Required if
Participant is Under 18)
I certify that I am the parent or legal guardian of the minor participant listed above. I have read
this Waiver and Release of Liability, fully understand its contents, and voluntarily agree to all of
its terms on behalf of myself and my minor child.
I understand that by signing below, I am waiving certain legal rights belonging to both myself
and my child.
Parent/Guardian Name: ___________________________________________
Relationship to Participant: ______________________________________
Signature: _____________________________________________________
Date: _______________________________
Emergency Contact Name: ________________________________________
Relationship: _________________________________________________
Phone Number: _________________________________________________