2026 Spring Tackle Registration
Waiver
RELEASE OF LIABILITY, INDEMNITY AGREEMENT, AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS.
The undersigned, on their behalf, and on behalf of their minor children that are participating in Greater Athletes Succeed (G.A.S) Elite Mavericks, (collectively “Participant” whether one or more), in consideration for, and as condition to, being permitted to participate in G.A.S Elite Mavericks, Participant hereby agrees and covenants to G.A.S Elite Mavericks:
1. This Release of Liability and Acknowledgement and Acceptance of Risks (“Release”) inures to the benefit of the G.A.S Elite Mavericks and each of its, members, officers, directors, employees, representatives, agents, successors, and assigns, (all such parties being collectively referred to herein as “G.A.S”).
2. Participant is fully aware of the potential risks involved and hazards connected to participating in G.A.S, including medical emergencies. Accordingly, Participant elects to voluntarily participate in G.A.S with full knowledge that competition in team sports may be hazardous to Participant. Participant voluntarily assumes full responsibility for any risk of loss, property damage or personal injury, that may be sustained by Participant, or any loss or damage to property owned by Participant, as a result of participating in the G.A.S.
3. Participant hereby consents to the rendering of emergency first aid and other medical procedures which at the time of any injury or illness that may occur during G.A.S that G.A.S deems reasonably advisable. Participant further understands that Participant will be responsible for payment of any such medical procedures.
4. Participant hereby releases and discharges G.A.S from, and agrees to indemnify and hold G.A.S harmless against, any and all claims, demands, liabilities, lawsuits, actions, causes of action, losses, expenses, damages, or costs ( together, “Claim”) based on, arising out of, or relating to Participant’s participation in G.A.S.
5. Participant further covenants not to sue, and not to make any claim or bring any lawsuit or action against, G.A.S Elite based on, arising out of, or relating to his or her participation in the G.A.S.
6. PARTICIPANT AGREES THAT HE OR SHE HAS READ THE FOREGOING RELEASE IN ITS ENTIRETY, FULLY UNDERSTANDS ITS CONTENTS, AND UNDERSTANDS AND ACKNOWLEDGES THAT HE OR SHE IS WAIVING OR RELEASING IMPORTANT RIGHTS AND CLAIMS BY EXECUTING THIS RELEASE. Participant, acknowledges that he or she is over 18 years of age and is of sound mind as of the date hereof. This agreement has been voluntarily executed with full knowledge of its significance and with the intent to bind the Participant and his or her heirs, estate, executors, administrators and successors to the terms and conditions hereof. This release shall be governed by the laws of the state of Texas, for purposes of venue this release shall be determined to be entered into and performable in San Antonio, Texas.
7. Photography Release: By participating in G.A.S, Participant, understands and agrees that they may be photographed, filmed or otherwise recorded. Participation in G.A.S constitutes Participant’s consent to such photography, filming, or recording and Participant hereby permits G.A.S to use the same, royalty free, in any and all media, print, broadcast or otherwise, in G.A.S’s sole discretion for the purpose of promoting the G.A.S Elite Mavericks program.
CODE OF CONDUCT
Our mission at Greater Athletes Succeed (G.A.S) Elite Mavericks is to be the catalyst and motivation for student athletes in establishing the confidence, work ethic, and goal oriented mind state needed to compete and win in today's world, on and off the field. We strive to establish a concrete foundation, to build habits and attitudes that escalate them to the next platform of competitiveness. G.A.S Elite Mavericks is committed to providing a platform for kids of all ages to run, jump, play, while working too towards a goal of a healthier lifestyle.
It is essential that we engage and build a cooperative community culture among G.A.S Elite families, coaches, and staff to encourage youth athletes to embrace the values of good sportsmanship and be lead by examples of fairness, respect, and self-control.
I therefore pledge to be responsible for my words and actions while attending, coaching, or participating in a G.A.S Elite Mavericks event and shall conform my behavior to the following code of conduct:
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I will not engage in unsportsmanlike conduct with any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee.
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I will not encourage my child, or any other person, to engage in unsportsmanlike conduct with any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee.
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I will not engage in any behavior which would endanger the health, safety or well-being of any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee.
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I will not encourage my child, or any other person, to engage in any behavior which would endanger the health, safety or well-being of any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee.
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I will not use drugs or alcohol while at a G.A.S Elite Mavericks event and will not attend, coach, officiate or participate in a G.A.S Elite Mavericks event while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
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I will not engage in the use of profanity, nor will I encourage my child, or any other person, to engage in the use of profanity.
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I will treat any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee with respect regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or ability.
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I will not engage in verbal or physical threats or abuse aimed at any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee.
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I will not initiate a fight or scuffle with any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee.
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I will encourage, motivate, and build up players so that they can achieve their maximum God given potential and purpose.
I hereby agree that if I fail to conform my conduct to the foregoing while attending, coaching, or participating in a G.A.S Elite Mavericks event, I will be subject to disciplinary action, including but not limited to the following in any order or combination:
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Verbal warning issued by the G.A.S Elite Executive Staff (President, Vice-President, Athletic Director)
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Written warning issued by the G.A.S Elite Executive Staff
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Suspension or immediate ejection from a G.A.S Elite event issued by the G.A.S Elite Executive Staff or official who is authorized to issue such suspension or ejection.
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Suspension from multiple G.A.S Elite events issued by the G.A.S Elite Executive Staff, or official who is authorized to issue such suspension.
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Season suspension or multiple season suspension issued by the G.A.S Elite Executive Staff
HEADS UP Concussion Waiver
This sheet has information to help protect your children or teens from concussion or other serious brain injury. Use this information at your children’s or teens’ games and practices to learn how to spot a concussion and what to do if a concussion occurs.
What is a Concussion?
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury—or TBI—caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or by a hit to the body that causes the head and brain to move quickly back and forth. This fast movement can cause the brain to bounce around or twist in the skull, creating chemical changes in the brain and sometimes stretching and damaging the brain cells.
How Can I Keep My Children or Teen Safe?
Sports are a great way for children and teens to stay healthy and can help them do well in school. To help lower your children
or teens’ chances of getting a concussion or other serious brain injury, you should:
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Help create a culture of safety for the team.
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Work with their coach to teach ways to lower the chances of getting a concussion.
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Talk with your children or teens about concussion and ask if they have concerns about reporting a concussion. Talk with them about their concerns; emphasize the importance of reporting concussions and taking time to recover from one.
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Ensure that they follow their coach’s rules for safety and the rules of the sport.
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Tell your children or teens that you expect them to practice good sportsmanship at all times.
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When appropriate for the sport or activity, teach your children or teens that they must wear a helmet to lower the chances of the most serious types of brain or head injury. However, there is no “concussion-proof” helmet. So, even with a helmet, it is important for children and teens to avoid hits to the head
How Can I Spot A Possible Concussion?
Children and teens who show or report one or more of the signs and symptoms listed below—or simply say they just “don’t
feel right” after a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body—may have a concussion or other serious brain injury.
Signs Observed by Parents or Coaches
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Appears dazed or stunned.
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Forgets an instruction, is confused about an assignment or position, or is unsure of the game, score, or opponent.
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Moves clumsily.
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Answers questions slowly.
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Loses consciousness (even briefly).
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Shows mood, behavior, or personality changes.
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Can’t recall events prior to or after a hit or fall.
Symptoms Reported by Children and Teens
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Headache or “pressure” in head.
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Nausea or vomiting.
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Balance problems or dizziness, or double or blurry vision.
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Bothered by light or noise.
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Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy, or groggy.
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Confusion, or concentration or memory problems.
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Just not “feeling right,” or “feeling down.”
Talk with your children or teen about concussion. Tell them to report their concussion symptoms to you and their coach right away. Some children and teens think concussions aren’t serious or worry that if they report a concussion they will lose their position on the team or look weak. Be sure to remind them that it’s better to miss one game than the whole season.
Concussion affect each child and teen differently. While most children and teens with a concussion feel better within a couple of weeks, some will have symptoms for months or longer. Talk with your children or teens’ health care provider if their concussion symptoms do not go away or if they get worse after they return to their regular activities.
What Are Some More Serious Danger Signs to Look Out For?
In rare cases, a dangerous collection of blood (hematoma) may form on the brain after a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body and can squeeze the brain against the skull. Call 9-1-1 or take your child or teen to the emergency department right away if, after a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body, he or she has one or more of these danger signs:
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One pupil larger than the other.
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Drowsiness or inability to wake up.
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A headache that gets worse and does not go away.
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Slurred speech, weakness, numbness, or decreased coordination.
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Repeated vomiting or nausea, convulsions or seizures (shaking or twitching).
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Unusual behavior, increased confusion, restlessness, or agitation.
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Loss of consciousness (passed out/knocked out). Even a brief loss of consciousness should be taken seriously.
Children and teens who continue to play while having concussion symptoms or who return to play too soon—while the brain is still healing— have a greater chance of getting another concussion. A repeat concussion that occurs while the brain is still healing from the first injury can be very serious and can affect a child or teen for a lifetime. It can even be fatal.
What Should I Do If My Child or Teen Has a Possible Concussion? As a parent, if you think your child or teen may have a
concussion, you should:
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Remove your child or teen from play.
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Keep your child or teen out of play the day of the injury. Your child or teen should be seen by a health care provider and only return to play with permission from a health care provider who is experienced in evaluating for concussion.
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Ask your child or teen’s health care provider for written instructions on helping your child or teen return to school. You can give the instructions to your child or teen’s school nurse and teacher(s) and return-to-play instructions to the coach and/or athletic trainer.
Do not try to judge the severity of the injury yourself. Only a health care provider should assess a child or teen for a possible concussion. Concussion signs and symptoms often show up soon after the injury. But you may not know how serious the concussion is at first, and some symptoms may not show up for hours or days. The brain needs time to heal after a concussion. A child or teen’s return to school and sports should be a gradual process that is carefully managed and monitored by a health care provider.
To learn more, go to:
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Head Ups
http://www.cdc.gov/concussion/sports/
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Fact Sheet for Players
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Fact Sheet for Parents
DISCUSS THE RISK OF CONCUSSION AND OTHER SERIOUS BRAIN INJURIES WITH YOUR CHILD OR TEEN AND HAVE EACH PERSON SIGN BELOW.