All players of the Queensland Judo Team are required to complete this Agreement. This form must be completed by the parent/guardian if the athlete is under the age of 18 years.

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Expectations of Queensland State Representatives

The inclusion in the State Judo Team is prestigious and very high profile, and this should be reflected by a high standard of performance. Both in preparation for the event, and during the competition and in overall behaviour. Athletes are representing QUEENSLAND with all the attendant expectations and responsibilities of JUDO QUEENSLAND’s Committee of Management and its members. The athlete acknowledges these expectations.

Terms of Agreement

In consideration of Judo Queensland accepting the athlete as a member of the Judo Queensland State team for the event and/or period shown, the athlete agrees as follows:

1. To comply with the requirements, including the terms and conditions for participation.
2. To exercise his/her best endeavours to render him/herself fit for competition.
3. To abide by the decision of the State Coaches and Managers whether to endorse inclusion into the State Team.
4. To disclose immediately to the State Coaches, Managers or other persons appointed by the JQ (Judo Queensland) any injury, illness or other medical condition or recent surgery that might prejudice his/her taking part in the intended competition or training leading up to the competition. Furthermore, any surgical procedures 2 months or prior to the competition period will require a medical letter of clearance from the operating surgeon stating that the player is fit and able to contest a National Martial Arts tournament. A letter of clearance from a General Practitioner will not be acceptable and must be given by the OPERATING SURGEON.
5. To comply with all reasonable directions and instructions given by the State Coaches/Manager’s, or other persons appointed by the JQ (Judo Queensland) during the required period.
6. To promptly meet all administrative requirements outlined and regarding the payment of any moneys relating to participation as a Team member.
7. To advise State Coaches/Managers of any intention to engage in any activities outside the State Team activities.
8. To remain under the control, management and direction of the State Coaches/Managers, or other person appointed by the Judo Queensland in all respects from the agreed date until his/her official release from the team. It is understood that it is the responsibility of the individual or the parent/guardian of a person under 18 years in respect of duty of care when not required to participate in team activities as directed by a State Team Official.
9. To conduct him/herself in a proper manner as a representative of the Judo Queensland at all times while a member of the Team.

10. To wear clothing authorized by the State Coach/Manager or other person appointed by Judo Queensland

11. To permit Judo Queensland to utilize any photograph or other image of the athlete as it sees fit and at its discretion for the promotion of the sport of Judo.

12. Judo Queensland reserves the right to refuse, revoke or suspend membership of the Team without notice if they feel it is in the best interest of the player due to health reasons or failure to comply with criteria requirements, Membership of the Team may also be refused, revoked or suspended if a person has lied or intentionally misled Judo Queensland in regards to their status. Furthermore, Judo Queensland reserves the right if at the time of the championships to withdraw Team membership if a player fails to abide by rulings made by the Team Coach or Manager or reacts in a manner unbecoming to the State Team.

I willingly enter, or give my permission for this participant to enter, the Judo Queensland State Team and any State Team nominated events knowing that there are inherent risks of injury in participation. I agree that I will accept full liability in the case of injury occurring. I have insurance for injury through membership of an IJF affiliated organisation or a separate policy. I am aware that strangling and arm-lock techniques will be used in the cadet and above divisions and I warrant that the participant has been adequately trained and coached in defence against these techniques, is fully fit to participate, and is not carrying a pre-existing injury that is likely to be extended during this event. I further warrant that the participant is not taking banned performance enhancing substances and will participate in good faith according to the Judo Australia Inc code of conduct. I accept that a participant's entry may be refused or terminated by Queensland State officials, or event officials should they decide it appropriate for the safe and good conduct of the event or welfare of participants.

I acknowledge and accept the terms of this agreement as outlined in this Athlete's Agreement and Waiver.