The following athlete,______listed above___________________, has my permission as parent/guardian to train as part of, or conjunction with, SMNW Wrestling Program and it’s other wrestling organizations that train the in SMNW Wrestling Room. 

I agree with and acknowledge the following: 

1. My athlete is requesting to train with the Cougar Kids Wrestling Club and/or Coaches hosted at SMNW High School Wrestling room.  I acknowledge that I am responsible for the fee/dues assessed in order for my wrestler to participate. I further acknowledge that my wrestler’s participation is totally voluntary and that we understand the risks associated with the sport of wrestling. 

2. I hereby release Zach Davies, the entire Cougar Kids Wrestling Club Programs and Coaching Staffs, collectively and individually, as well as Shawnee Mission Northwest High School and Shawnee Mission School District, from any and all liability or claims in connection or conjunction with my athlete’s participation in the training offered. This includes before, during and after workouts and also as part of any strength training, gymnastics, body-leveraging or pre or post practice warmups/games. I hereby consent that I will not bring legal recourse/action, including the filing of a lawsuit, for any cause of action related to my athlete’s voluntary participation in the program and its training. 

3. Even if a workout is moved to, or offered at, a different location, I hereby acknowledge that this waiver, release and covenant not to sue remains binding and valid. This waiver, release and covenant not to sue also includes any liability or injury that occurs in the transporting of my athlete to or from workouts or competitions. 

4. I authorize Zach Davies, Guest Coaches and the Cougar Kids Wrestling Club Coaching Staff to act on my behalf regarding any situation requiring discipline or medical attention. If my child needs medical attention, it is my wish that treatment begins while efforts are being made to contact me. So that treatment is not delayed, I consent to any medical procedures that the physician believes are necessary, on the understanding that efforts will continue to be made to contact me. I accept the responsibility for all costs related to such treatment. My son/daughter is physically fit to participate in competitive wrestling and the training being offered, according to either his/her family physician or by way of a physical examination for athletic purposes. I understand that wrestling is a contact sport and injuries do occur and can be permanent in nature.