terms / cONDITIONS
PROGRAM DETAILS:
To become an official Eastside Cowboys Athletic Association (ESC) member, a Parent or Guardian must complete the registration form and attend an official orientation session (schedules to be posted).
The registration fee can be paid in full or select the payment plan option* until June 14th. After June 15th, don't hesitate to contact our treasurer. We also offer multi-child discounts with families. Our payment plan options include a $10 processing fee. Declined payments must be reconciled within 5 days to avoid a $25 late fee. Payments not received 10 days after the due date will result in suspension from the team until the missed payment and late fees are paid in full.
***Athletes will not receive uniforms or any equipment until registration is paid in full***
The registration fee (for each participant) includes expenses to run the program, not excluding:
• Purchase, replacement, and repair of equipment
• Usage/leasing of uniforms* (must be returned at the end of the season)
• Cleaning of uniforms
• Rental of equipment (port-a-johns, generators, etc)
• Purchase of training equipment
• Field rental and maintenance
• Trophies and award ceremony costs
• AYF/Detroit PAL League Fees
• Team Insurance Coverage
• Purchase of tickets
• Purchase of field supplies and equipment
• Purchase of concession stand equipment and supplies
• Renewal of licenses and certificates
• Signs and banners
• Custodial fees & supplies
• Advertising/Office Costs
• Home game snacks
• First-aid supplies
Additional out-of-pocket expenses not included in the registration fee that a team member, parent/guardian/family member, and/or guests will have to pay:
Entry fee or participate in any fundraising event sponsored by the Eastside Cowboys, award ceremony tickets, homecoming dance (except those in the 'Royal Court', football cleat gym shoes, socks, support cup, additional mouthpieces, cheer bodysuit, additional cheer uniforms, personalized items, required sports physicals, late and collection fees.
Registration Fee Refund Policy for Football/Cheer -
The full registration fee is required for each child and team registration. After five (5) days, no refunds will be issued for any amount paid toward registration, equipment, or packages. There are no refunds for any camps or conditioning programs. There are no refunds within 30 days of travel.
Failure to return equipment: After the end of the season (or removal/dismissal from a team), athletes must return all rented equipment (uniforms/pads/helmets, etc.) to the ESC Coaching staff. If after five (5) days from the last game/performance/removal/dismissal, the Equipment has not been returned to ESC, then you will be assessed a late charge of five dollars ($5.00) per day. If after fifteen (15) days from the last game/performance/removal/dismissal the Equipment has not been returned to ESC, ESC will be required to initiate legal action to recover the Equipment and you will be liable for collection costs and/or attorneys’ fees, expenses, and court costs incurred by ESC in bringing legal action
Code of Conduct
• Members/Parents will abide by the rules and regulations established by ESC.
• Shall engage in conduct that models healthy relationships and behavior for our youth.
• Desist from any behavior unbecoming an ESC, MYFL, or National Leagues volunteer.
• Understand that only the Player Safety Coach, Team Nurse, Team Doctor, President, Vice President, or AD may attend to an injured player on the field.
• Desist from the use of profane words or gestures, including racial epithets.
• Desist from unsportsmanlike conduct, including the criticism and/or taunting of an opposing team, its players, coaches, officials, or fans, by word or gesture;
• Abide by decisions made by team doctors, Player Safety Coach, and/or league staff in all matters regarding participants’ health, injuries, and ability to play;
• Reserve constructive criticism of participants for private moments, as opposed to engaging publicly while in front of spectators of any kind;
• Accept decisions of officials on the field as being made to the best ability of the official. Judgment calls should never be questioned;
• Work to ensure the appropriate conduct and control of your child and spectators attending events with you;
• Desist from speaking to others in a threatening or demeaning tone.
• Not consume alcoholic beverages and/or smoke cigarettes or other substances in the presence of youth participants.
• Keeping all game fields drug-free zones.
• Desist from fighting or inciting others to fight.
• Desist from bringing or using any weapon, including firearms and knives, to any E SC, MYFL, AYF, or Detroit PAL activity.
• Desist from picketing or engaging in other concerted action at ESC games, Detroit PAL headquarters, or any MYFL/AYF games, including negative media involvement.
SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY
• Be respectful to others.
• Each individual is responsible for what they post online.
• Understand that you are legally liable for anything you write or present online.
• Understand that anyone can be sued for commentary, content, videos, or images that are defamatory, pornographic, propitiatory, harassing, libelous, or create a hostile environment.
• Post knowledgeably and accurately, and use appropriate professionalism.
• Be quick to correct your mistakes and admit when you are wrong.
• No one is authorized to speak on behalf of the ESCAA, Detroit PAL, MYFL, and American Youth Football and Cheer, or to represent who they are.
• Do not cite anyone without their approval.
• Never reveal any confidential and/or propriety information.
• Never identify players, parents, or league members/officials by name without their permission.
• Understand that any threats, potential threats of violence of any kind, online bullying, or any other criminal act that is posted by any member, association, league officer, etc., will be forwarded to law enforcement for prosecution.
Privacy Policy
All of the client information provided to Eastside Cowboys Athletic Association will be treated with full privacy and confidentiality. All stored information will only be disclosed according to the signed agreement between the company and the client and in compliance with government-set privacy regulations. With the client’s consent, the entities which we can share our stored information with include business partners, third-party business lines, and applicable bodies to the court, central government units, and other bodies allowed by law. We do not sell or trade our client’s personal data to any third party.
*While we strive to provide accurate forms, Eastside Cowboys Athletic Association accepts no liability for the content or accuracy of any forms provided on this site. Users of this site should carefully review and verify all information before using any form and consult with a professional if necessary.