The Lee’s Hill Lightning Swim Team (LHLST) reserves the right to dismiss any swimmer whose behavior is found to be detrimental to the team. Likewise, LHLST reserves the right to dismiss any swimmer whose parent(s) behavior is found to be detrimental to the team. If a parent has a concern, please direct it to a LHLST Board member. We will make your concern known to the Head Coach and if need be, will set up a meeting between such parent and the Head Coach and Chairperson of the Board.

Parental consent: I hereby give permission for my child/children to participate in the Lee’s Hill Lightning Swim Team.I will not hold the Lee’s Hill Community Association (LHCA), the Rappahannock Swim League (RSL), The Lee’s Hill Lightning Swim Team or its representatives or council members liable in the case of accident or injury.All swimmers, coaches and parents must obey the Code of Conduct established by LHLST.Members engaged in horseplay or fighting will be subject to dismissal for up to one year.Any member using foul or objectionable language will be suspended from the team.

Additionally, I hereby give permission for my child/children to be photographed for the use of the swim team. These pictures will be posted online with access through the team website. Children in the photos will not be identified by name online.

The Lee’s Hill Lightning Swim Team shall be held free and harmless from any and all liabilities or claims for damages arising by reason of injuries to anyone during the conduct of this event.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease of Control and Prevention, senior citizens and individuals with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable.

The Lee’s Hill Lightning Swim Team cannot prevent you (or your children) from becoming exposed to, contracting, or spreading COVID-19 while participating in swimming sanctioned events. It is not possible to prevent against the presence of the disease. Therefore, if you choose to participate in a Lee’s Hill Lightning Swim Team sanctioned event, you may be exposing yourself to and/or increasing your risk of contracting or spreading COVID-19.

BY ATTENDING OR PARTICIPATING, YOU VOLUNTARILY ASSUME ALL RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH EXPOSURE TO COVID-19 AND FOREVER RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS THE LEE’S HILL LIGHTNING SWIM TEAM, THE RAPPAHANNOCK SWIM LEAGUE AND THE LEE’S HILL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION AND EACH OF THEIR OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, AGENTS, EMPLOYEES OR OTHER REPRESENTATIVES FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR CLAIMS FOR PERSONAL INJURIES, DEATH, DISEASE OR PROPERTY LOSSES, OR ANY OTHER LOSS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CLAIMS OF NEGLIGENCE AND GIVE UP ANY CLAIMS YOU MAY HAVE TO SEEK DAMAGES, WHETHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN, FORESEEN, OR UNFORESEEN, IN CONNECTION THEREWITH.

Parent Volunteer Commitment:

In order to ensure my child/children will be permitted to swim and the team has enough volunteers, I acknowledge and agree to volunteer to work at home and away meets this season. The volunteer goafor each family is dependent upon total registration, but typically each family must volunteer for six (6) sessions, with a session being one-half of a swim meet. I understand my child(ren) will be restricted from participating if I do not fulfill this requirement.

Job signups will only be available online, and will open as the season progresses. Email/push notifications will be sent periodically as sign-ups open, and to inform you of the progress towards fulfilling your volunteer commitments.

The most crucial positions to ensure a successful swim meet require training from the RSL, but the time commitment to become trained is moderate and can be completed within an hour or two in most instances. Trained positions include Referee, Clerk of the Course, Head Scorekeeper, Head Timer, Starter, and Stroke and Turn Judge. Training waivers may be requested if you are already trained in one (or more) of these positions with USA Swimming or the Virginia High School League, and training information will be shared as soon as it becomes available. Parents are strongly encouraged to train for at least one (1) trained position. 

Many jobs that require no special training are also needed for the swimmers to have a safe and fun experience. These positions include Announcer, Assistant Clerk, Awards, Clerk, Concessions, Meet Set Up and Breakdown, Runner, Safety Marshall, Scorer, and Timer.

In consideration of participating in the sport of swimming, and for other good and valuable consideration, I hereby agree to release and discharge from liability arising from negligence the Rappahannock Swim League and its owners, directors, officers employees, agents, volunteers, participants, and all other persons or entities acting for them (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Releasees”), on behalf of myself and my children, parents, heirs, assigns, personal representative and estate, and also agree as follows: 

1. I acknowledge that the sport of swimming involves known and unanticipated risks which could result in physical or emotional injury, paralysis or permanent disability, death, and property damage. Risks include, but are not limited to, death as a result of drowning or brain damage caused by near drowning; broken bones, torn ligaments or strains as a result of falls on the deck or from a diving board; medical conditions resulting from physical activity; and damaged clothing or other property. I understand such risks simply cannot be eliminated, despite the use of safety equipment, without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity. 

2. I expressly accept and assume all of the risks inherent in this activity or that might have been caused by the negligence of the Releasees. My participation in this activity is purely voluntary and I elect to participate despite the risks. In addition, if at any time I believe that event conditions are unsafe or that I am unable to participate due to physical or medical conditions, then I will immediately discontinue participation. 

3. I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Releasees from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action which are in any way connected with my participation in this activity, or my use of their equipment or facilities, arising from negligence. This release does not apply to claims arising from intentional conduct. Should Releasees or anyone acting on their behalf be required to incur attorney’s fees and costs to enforce this agreement, I agree to indemnify and hold them harmless for all such fees and costs. 

4. I represent that I have adequate insurance to cover any injury or damage I may suffer or cause while participating in this activity, or else I agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage myself. I further represent that I have no medical or physical condition which could interfere with my safety in this activity, or else I am willing to assume and bear the costs of – all risks that may be created, directly or indirectly, by any such condition. 

5. In the event that I file a lawsuit, I agree to do so solely in the state where Releasees’ facility is located, and I further agree that the substantive law of that state shall apply. 

6. I agree that if any portion of this agreement is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect. By signing this document, I agree that if I am hurt or my property is damaged during my participation in this activity, then I may be found by a court of law to have waived my right to maintain a lawsuit against the parties being released on the basis of any claim for negligence. I have had sufficient time to read this entire document and, should I choose to do so, consult with legal counsel prior to signing. Also, I understand that this activity might not be made available to me or that the cost to engage in this activity would be significantly greater if I were to choose not to sign this release, and agree that the opportunity to participate at the stated cost in return for the execution of this release is a reasonable bargain. I have read and understood this document and I agree to be bound by its terms.

In consideration of my swimmers listed on this registration form being permitted to participate in this activity, I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless Releasees from any claims alleging negligence which are brought by or on behalf of minor or are in any way connected with such participation by minor. 

Additionally, the following Standards of Conduct shall guide the Rappahannock Swimming League (RSL). They promote respect, fairness, civility, honesty, responsibility, and appropriate behavior. These standards foster a positive environment at all swim and dive meets; establish an atmosphere of respect for all participants, officials, and spectators; produce positive learning outcomes for all; build participant and team spirit; and enhance the sports of swimming. Adherence to this code is required and failure to comply with these standards may result in disciplinary action from the league.

• All Athletes, Coaches, Team Representatives, Officials, Parents, Spectators, and RSL Leadership shall at all times:
  • Abide by the established rules of the RSL.
  • Respect all officials at all times and address them in a courteous manner.
  • Avoid using inappropriate language, profanity, humiliating or intimidating remarks or behavior, (including through social media), verbal or physical assault toward any athlete, coach, Team Representative, official, RSL leadership representative, or spectator.
  • Follow applicable management, pool, and facility rules, respecting others’ property at all times.
  • Display respect, courtesy, and good manners toward athletes, coaches, Team Representatives, and spectators. Team Representatives shall assist officials in maintaining control of spectators during Meets.
  • Demonstrate humility in victory and courtesy in defeat.

• Head Coaches shall at all times:
  • Ensure athletes and assistant coaches demonstrate maturity and good sportsmanship toward other athletes, officials, coaches, and spectators at all times.
  • Lead by example to instill a love for the sport, advanced aquatic skills, teamwork and good sportsmanship in their team.
• Spectators shall at all times:
  • Maintain an appropriate distance from the competition area by remaining in established viewing areas and shall not encroach the pool deck or interfere with any officials.
  • Not engage in loud, intimidating, disrespectful, or negative behavior toward officials, athletes, other spectators, support personnel, or pool staff (including lifeguards).

Individuals not complying with these rules will be subject to the suspension or dismissal from the league.  

Signing this document acknowledges understanding of and agreement with these rules.