For and in consideration of USA Track & Field, Inc. (“USATF”) allowing me, the undersigned, to participate in the USATF
sanctioned event described above (the “Event” or “Events”); I, for myself, and on behalf of my spouse, children,
guardians, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors and
assigns, hereby agree to and make the following contractual representations pursuant to this Waiver and Release of
Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement (the “Agreement”);
1. I hereby represent that (i) I am at least eighteen (18) years of age or older; (ii) I am in good health and in proper
physical condition to participate in the Event; and (iii) I am not under the influence of alcohol or any illicit or
prescription drugs which would in any way impair my ability to safely participate in the Event. I agree that it is my
sole responsibility to determine whether I am sufficiently fit and healthy enough to participate in the Event, that I am
responsible for my own safety and well being at all times and under all circumstances while at the Event site.
2. I understand and acknowledge that participation in track & field, road running, race walking, cross country,
mountain, ultra, and trail running Events is inherently dangerous and represents an extreme test of a person’s
physical and mental limits. I understand that participation involves risks and dangers which include, without
limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury, permanent disability, paralysis and loss of life; loss of or damage to
equipment/property; exposure to extreme conditions and circumstances; contact with other participants, spectators,
animals or other natural or manmade objects; dangers arising from adverse weather conditions; imperfect course or
track conditions; land, water and surface hazards; equipment failure; inadequate safety measures; participants of
varying skill levels; situations beyond the immediate control of the Event Organizers; and other undefined, not readily
foreseeable and presently unknown risks and dangers (“Risks”). I understand that these Risks may be caused in
whole or in part by my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the Event, or the
negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties defined below, and I hereby expressly assume all such Risks and
responsibility for any damages, liabilities, losses or expenses which I incur as a result of my participation in any Event.
3. I agree to be familiar with and to abide by the USATF Bylaws, Operating Regulations, and Competition Rules
established for the Event, including any safety regulations established for the benefit of all participants. I accept sole
responsibility for my own conduct and actions while participating in the Event, and the condition and adequacy of my
equipment.
4. I hereby Release, Waive and Covenant Not to Sue, and further agree to Indemnify, Defend and Hold Harmless the
following parties: the USOC, USA Track & Field, Inc., its Associations and Sport Disciplines, Event Organizers, Event
Directors and Promoters, Sponsors, Advertisers, Coaches and Officials; Venue and Property Owners upon which the
Event takes place; Law Enforcement Agencies and other Public Entities providing support for the Event; and each of
their respective parent, subsidiary and affiliated companies, officers, directors, partners, shareholders, members,
agents, employees and volunteers (Individually and Collectively, the “Released Parties” or “Event
Organizers”), with respect to any liability, claim(s), demand(s), cause(s) of action, damage(s), loss or expense
(including court costs and reasonable attorneys fees) of any kind or nature (“Liability”) which may arise out of,
result from, or relate in any way to my participation in the Event, including claims for Liability caused in whole or in
part by the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties. I further agree that if, despite this Agreement, I, or
anyone on my behalf, makes a claim for Liability against any of the Released Parties, I will indemnify, defend and hold
harmless each of the Released Parties from any such Liabilities which any may be incurred as the result of such claim.
I hereby warrant that I am of legal age and competent to enter into this Agreement, that I have read this Agreement
carefully, understand its terms and conditions, acknowledge that I will be giving up substantial legal rights by signing it
(including the rights of my spouse, children, guardians, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives,
executors, administrators, successors and assigns), acknowledge that I have signed this Agreement without any
inducement, assurance or guarantee, and intend for my signature to serve as confirmation of my complete and
unconditional acceptance of the terms, conditions and provisions of this Agreement. This Agreement represents the
complete understanding between the parties regarding these issues and no oral representations, statements or
inducements have been made apart from this Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be unlawful, void,
or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from this Agreement and shall not affect
the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.
For and in consideration of USA Track & Field, Inc. (“USATF”) and RJRunning Company/dba The Nebraska Marathon. (“Event Organizer”) allowing
the minor identified below to participate in the USATF sanctioned event described above (the “Event” or “Events”); I,
for myself, and on behalf of Minor, and the Minor’s parents/legal guardians, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and
personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, hereby agree to and make the following
contractual representations pursuant to this Waiver and Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement
(the “Agreement”);
1. I hereby represent that (i) I am the parent or legal guardian of the Minor; (ii) the Minor is in good health and in
proper physical condition to participate in the Event; and (iii) the Minor is not under the influence of alcohol or any
illicit or prescription drugs which would in any way impair the Minor’s ability to safely participate in the Event. I agree
that it is my sole responsibility to determine whether the Minor is sufficiently fit and healthy enough to participate in
the Event, that I am responsible for the Minor’s safety and well being at all times and under all circumstances while at
the Event site.
2. I understand and acknowledge the risks and dangers associated with the Minor’s participation in track & field,
road running, race walking, cross country, mountain, ultra, and trail running Events is inherently dangerous and will
represent an extreme test of the Minor’s physical and mental limits. I understand that the Minor’s participation
involves risks and dangers which include, without limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury, permanent
disability, paralysis and loss of life; loss of or damage to equipment/property; exposure to extreme conditions and
circumstances; contact with other participants, spectators, animals or other natural or manmade objects; dangers
arising from adverse weather conditions; imperfect course or track conditions; land, water and surface hazards;
equipment failure; inadequate safety measures; participants of varying skill levels; situations beyond the immediate
control of the Event Organizer; and other undefined, not readily foreseeable and presently unknown risks and dangers
(“Risks”). I understand that these Risks may be caused in whole or in part by the Minor’s own actions or inactions,
the actions or inactions of others participating in the Event, or the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties
defined below, and on behalf of the Minor, I hereby expressly assume all such Risks and responsibility for any
damages, liabilities, losses or expenses which may be incurred as a result of the Minor’s participation in any Event.
3. I understand that the Minor is required to be familiar with and to abide by the USATF Bylaws, Operating
Regulations, and Competition Rules established for the Event, including any safety regulations established for the
benefit of all participants. I understand that the Minor is required to be familiar with and to abide by the Event
Organizer’s policies and procedures established for the Event, including any safety regulations established for the
benefit of all participants. I accept sole responsibility for the Minor’s conduct and actions while participating in the
Event, and the condition and adequacy of the Minor’s equipment.
4. On behalf of the Minor, I hereby Release, Waive and Covenant Not to Sue, and further agree to Indemnify, Defend
and Hold Harmless the following parties: USA Track & Field, Inc., its Associations and Committees, RJRunning Company, Event Directors and Promoters, Sponsors, Advertisers, Coaches and Officials; Venue and Property Owners
upon which the Event takes place; Law Enforcement Agencies and other Public Entities providing support for the
Event; and each of their respective parent, subsidiary and affiliated companies, officers, directors, partners,
shareholders, members, agents, employees and volunteers (Individually and Collectively, the “Released
Parties” or “Event Organizers”), with respect to any liability, claim(s), demand(s), cause(s) of action, damage(s),
loss or expense (including court costs and reasonable attorneys fees) of any kind or nature (“Liability”) which may
arise out of, result from, or relate in any way to the Minor’s participation in the Event, including claims for Liability
caused in whole or in part by the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties. I further agree that if, despite
this Agreement, I, the Minor, or anyone on the Minor’s behalf, makes a claim for Liability against any of the Released
Parties, I will indemnify, defend and hold harmless each of the Released Parties from any such Liabilities which any
may be incurred as the result of such claim.
I hereby warrant that I am of legal age and authorized to enter into this Agreement on behalf of the Minor, that I have
read this Agreement carefully, understand its terms and conditions, acknowledge that I will be giving up substantial legal
rights by signing it (including the rights of the Minor, the Minor’s parents/legal guardians, heirs and next of kin, and any
legal and personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns), acknowledge that I have singed
this Agreement without any inducement, assurance or guarantee, and intend for my signature to serve as confirmation of
my complete and unconditional acceptance of the terms, conditions and provisions of this Agreement. This Agreement
represents the complete understanding between the parties regarding these issues and no oral representations,
statements or inducements have been made apart from this Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be
unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from this Agreement and
shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.
By indicating your acceptance, you understand, agree, warrant and covenant as follows:
I understand that participating in this event is potentially hazardous, and that I should not enter and participate unless I am medically able and properly trained. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry, I assume full and complete responsibility for any injury or accident which may occur while I am traveling to or from the event, during the event, or while I am on the premises of the event. I also am aware of and assume all risks associated with participating in this event, including but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, effect of weather, traffic and conditions of the road. I, for myself and my heirs and executors, hereby waive, release and forever discharge the event organizers, sponsors, promoters, and each of their agents, representatives, successors and assigns, and all other persons associated with the event, for all of my liabilities, claims, actions, or damages that I may have against them arising out of or in any way connected with my participation in this event.
I understand that this waiver includes any claims, whether caused by negligence, the action or inaction of any of the above parties, or otherwise.
I understand that the entry fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the above parties to use any photographs, videotapes, motion pictures, website images, recordings or any other record of this event.
BY INDICATING YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THIS AGREEEMENT AND WAIVER, YOU ARE AFFIRMING THAT YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS AGREEMENT AND WAIVER AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS. YOU UNDERSTAND THAT YOU ARE GIVING UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE. YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU ARE SIGNING THE AGREEMENT AND WAIVER FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY, AND INTEND BY YOUR ACCEPTANCE TO BE A COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY TO THE GREATEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW.
I certify as a material condition to my being permitted to enter this race that I am physically fit and sufficiently trained for the completion of this event and that my physical condition has been verified by a licensed Medical Doctor. By submitting this entry, I acknowledge (or a parent or adult guardian for all children under 18 years) having read and agreed to the race waiver.
I understand agree that the published race route may have to be modified due to street closings, or other unforeseen circumstances. I understand and agree that the race directors reserve the right to cancel the race due to unsafe weather or other conditions.
Your electronic signature, can be provided by typing your name where indicated. This electronic signature will signify your agreement, understanding of the terms and conditions, and authorization to accept the conditions of this legal document, including the following:
You must be 18 years of age to legally complete this registration. If the registrant is under 18, an authorized adult must complete this form.
