screen or routine monitoring of verifiable sources related to your criminal background , you will be given the opportunity to appeal such determination .
You agree to complete all applicable abuse prevention course requirements each competitive season . You agree to annually upload a recent headshot photograph to your Member profile . Athletes who are 17 years or younger for the full membership term agree to upload a clear , readable government-issued document providing proof of age to your Member profile , including but not limited to a birth certificate , driver ’ s license , etc . Adult Athletes , currently 18 or older or those who will turn 18 before May 31st , 2025 , agree to complete a background screening with a USASF approved provider , which includes identity verification . Adult Athletes agree to successfully complete all applicable Abuse Prevention Training Refresher course requirements each competitive season . You understand and agree that you are responsible for updating and maintaining your Member profile with current , accurate information . If these requirements are not met , you will not be granted Membership in USASF . Without an active Membership , you may not participate in any USASF sponsored and / or sanctioned activity .
You have read , understand , and agree to abide by these Terms , the USASF bylaws , policies , codes , rules , and / or standards , as well as all applicable federal , state , and local laws . You understand and agree that any discipline imposed by USASF may extend to your participation in all aspects of All Star cheerleading and / or dance , which is sanctioned and / or sponsored by USASF . Adult Athletes agree that any disciplinary measure , whether interim or final , whether imposed before or after the date of these Terms , whether expired or in effect , may be posted on our website or otherwise publicly published and may include information identifying you and describing the misconduct alleged . Should you have any concerns , grievances , or disagreements with any USASF policies , codes , disciplinary rulings or actions , you agree you will utilize the communication options within the structure of the USASF .
You acknowledge and agree that through USASF ’ s commitment to athlete safety in the cheer and dance industry , USASF may share any report and / or disciplinary action regarding or involving you with the USA Federation for Sport Cheering (“ USA Cheer ”) and / or the Member Club with which You are affiliated / attached . You agree that USASF may disclose any information provided by , or about , you as USASF determines is reasonably necessary to comply with any law , regulation , legal process , or any request by any governmental body or agency .
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW , YOU FOREVER RELEASE , HOLD HARMLESS , AND DISCHARGE USASF ( INCLUDING ALL OF USASF ’ S OFFICERS , DIRECTORS , EMPLOYEES , AGENTS , PARTNERS , CONSULTANTS , INVESTIGATORS , ATTORNEYS , REPRESENTATIVES , AFFILIATES , SUCCESSORS , AND ASSIGNEES ) FROM ANY AND ALL LOSS , LIABILITY , DAMAGE , OR CLAIM OF ANY KIND OR NATURE , WHETHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN , WHETHER IN LAW OR IN EQUITY , WHETHER NOW EXISTING OR ACCRUING IN THE FUTURE , ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY INFORMATION OR OPINION DISCLOSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS SECTION .
3 . USASF Policies
USASF ATHLETE MEMBER TERMS AND CONDITIONS 2024-2025 2