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Welcome to Rocky Top Sports World! Hello and welcome to Rocky Top Sports World, the premier sports destination in the Smokies! We hope that you find the information we have included in this packet useful during your visit to the .

Please see the following pages for: • Rocky Top Sports World Policies and Procedures • Facility and Gatlinburg Trolley Map • Team Waiver • Links and Coupons from our supporting sponsors • Pre-Order Athlete Meal Options

For information or questions regarding specific events - please contact the event director. For facility information or questions - please contact us at 865.325.0044 or visit our website at www.rockytopsportsworld.com.

We hope you enjoy your time both at Rocky Top Sports World and in our beautiful, one-of-a-kind surroundings! Compete at a higher level

1870 Sports World Blvd., Gatlinburg, TN 37738 | 865.325.0044 | www.rockytopsportsworld.com Welcome!

Welcome and Greetings!

We are glad you chose Gatlinburg and Rocky Top Sports World for your sporting event. Both have a lot to offer, from a world class sports venue to the number one tourist destination on the rise in America. Good luck in your event and please take time to explore the many wonderful and amazing things to do. Gatlinburg and Sevier County offer tons of restaurants, attractions, lodging, and most of all Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Have fun, be safe, and come back to visit here again.

Best Wishes,

Mike Werner Mayor of Gatlinburg

Welcome to Rocky Top Sports World!

On behalf of the entire Rocky Top Sports World staff, I welcome you to our complex! We continually strive to provide a world-class experience to our guests and hope to do the same for your team and family during your visit to the premier sports destination in the Smokies.

Please let our staff know if there is anything we can do to make your stay in Gatlinburg even more memorable!

Best of luck,

Lori Moore General Manager

Hey, Mom! I’m Hungry!

Let Us Help! We recognize the value of healthy eating and the hectic schedule of a competing Team or Athlete. Eating healthy during competition is important and Rocky Top Sports World has a plan that makes it simple and economical for both the individual athlete or an entire team.

Pre-ordering Healthy Choice Athlete Meals is a simple process and every aspect of your order is completed online! Visit www.RockyTopSportsWorld.com/food-plans for more information on how to participate!

Take advantage of the Healthy Choice Athlete Meal Plans and Compete at a HIGHER Level! Facility Policies and Procedures

Admission An admission fee may be charged to gain entrance to the competition fields or courts at Rocky Top Sports World. Admission prices vary depending upon event. Please contact the tournament director for individual tickets or weekend pass information. Please be prepared to pay cash for admissions.

Attire Proper attire is required at all times at Rocky Top Sports World. Footwear is required at all times. Anyone with inappropriate or explicit clothing will be asked to leave the premises.

Cash or Credit Rocky Top Sports World accepts cash, credit or debit at Champs Grill, The Trophy Room and most food and merchandise locations. We do have an ATM on-site for your convenience. Conduct Policy Athletes, spectators and guests are expected to set a superior example of sportsmanship and respect of others on the premises. Abusive or offensive language will not be tolerated. Physical violence of any kind will result in immediate removal from the venue. Spectators are not allowed on the court or field of play. Individuals in violation of the conduct policy may be asked to leave.

Drug and Alcohol Policy Safety of athletes and guests is the number one priority of Rocky Top Sports World. Drugs and alcohol are strictly prohibited. Those found in violation will be reported to the Gatlinburg Police Department. Filming and Photography Professional team and individual photography services are available at our venue. Visit our website for further details. Your presence and participation at Rocky Top Sports World events serves as consent to use your image for promotional purposes. Firearms Firearms and all other weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited at Rocky Top Sports World. Fireworks Absolutely no fireworks are permitted anywhere on property or adjacent areas unless part of a fireworks exhibit organized and conducted by Legends.

Handicap Facilities Handicap parking and facilities are available at Rocky Top Sports World. Limited access is available at Fields 5, 6 & 7. Please contact Rocky Top Sports World for further information.

Heaters Propane heaters are prohibited on turf surfaces.

Lawn Chairs Lawn and/or camping chairs are not permitted inside “The Rock”. These chairs are permitted on all exterior fields.

Lost and Found Rocky Top Sports World is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items. All guests are encouraged to leave valuables at home and or lock personal items in vehicle when attending events at the venue. Rocky Top Sports World Lost and Found is located at the Ripley’s Registration Desk at “The Rock”.

Medical Assistance Rocky Top Sports World and LeConte Medical Center have partnered to provide training and medical services at the complex. Athletes, spectators and guests should notify facility or training personnel for all injury or emergency medical situations. If an injury occurs on the field, our experienced staff will notify a trainer for assessment and care. The LeConte Medical Center Training Room is located at “The Rock” to the right side of the gym entrance.

Merchandise Vendors Approved outside vendors must contact Rocky Top Sports World and event planners to coordinate drop-off and set-up times.

Outside Food and Beverage Guests will not be permitted to bring coolers, outside food and drink or glass containers into Rocky Top Sports World. Gatorade is provided for all players for non-collegiate events. NO GUM is allowed due to the hardwood court and turf surfaces. Parking Ample parking is available at the venue. No parking will be allowed on grassed areas, streets or thoroughfares. No parking signs must be observed. Violators may be towed at the owner’s expense. No overnight parking is permitted. Parking fees may be charged for some events. Pet Policy With the exception of service animals, pets are not permitted at Rocky Top Sports World.

Registration and check-in Tournament or camp directors will advise coaches on registration times, team check-in, and welcome packet pick-up. Please complete the Rocky Top Sports World team or individual waiver form prior to your arrival.

Skateboarding Skateboarding, scooters, wheelies or skates are not permitted at Rocky Top Sports World.

Solicitation Only Rocky Top Sports World sponsors will be allowed to distribute or circulate commercial advertisements at the complex.

Strollers and Changing Stations Stollers are permitted at Rocky Top Sports World. Changing stations are available in both men’s and women’s restrooms on the first floor of “The Rock”

Temperature Policy For Rocky Top Sports World organized events, TSSAA heat and temperature guidelines are followed. Tent Policy Rocky Top Sports World guests are permitted to use “pop-up” tents in bleacher or sidewalk areas. Tents must be safely secured. Absolutely no staking permitted on turf surfaces. Guests will be expected to remove tents due to inclement or windy weather. Tobacco and Vaping “The Rock” is strictly a non-smoking facility. No smoking or other use of tobacco products including, pipes, cigars, cigarettes, or chewing tobacco is permitted in any part of the competition fields and courts. Vaping is not permitted. Weather Policy In the event of lightning or other severe weather conditions, competition will be stopped at outdoor venues and guests will be directed by announcements and Rocky Top Sports World staff to secure zones until it is safe to resume play. Please refer to event information on specific inclement weather policies for your tournament. Team Waiver

RTSW SFM, LLC Assumption of Risk ** Waiver of Liability ** Indemnification Agreement Indemnification and Consent to Athletic Trainer and Paramedic Services and NPP Receipt

Rocky Top Sports World SFM, LLC operates under the ownership and management of RTSW SFM, LLC, City of Gatlinburg, Sevier County, and Sevier County Board of Education (here into referred as “Partnership”) and is a multi-purpose sports and recreation center that provides an extraordinary menu of sports and activities for participants of all ages.

Partnership and its staff regard participant safety as a top priority and feel it is important that the PARTICIPANT/PARENT (which refers to either an Adult Participant OR a Minor Participant and Parents/ Guardians) understand that there are risks inherent in all physical activity. Partnership takes great care to reduce the risks associated with the many physical activities offered at the facility.

However, regardless of the care taken to avoid injuries, some risks are inherent in any physical activity and cannot be totally eliminated without changing the nature of the activity. (Note: Coaches or supervisors are present for certain activities, but the Participant/Parent should have no expectation of supervision over an area or activity unless directly specified otherwise.); collisions with objects or co-participants; falls to the playing surface; unexpected equipment failure or malfunction; careless or erratic acts by co-participants; errors in judgment/ supervision of supervisors, other employees, or officials; and being struck by an object (e.g., ball, puck, bat, stick, boxer’s fist). There are also inherent risks that are specific to a sport – such as being kicked in soccer; being struck by a ball in lacrosse or softball; and body contact by a blocker in flag football. There are even risks at a child’s birthday party such as children running into others, swinging objects carelessly, playing in a reckless manner, and not following the rules. Likewise, in camps or team building activities, injuries can occur due to enthusiasm of participants or striving to win or achieve a goal.

Partnership feels that it is important that the PARTICIPANT/PARENT understand that three types of injuries can occur. Minor injuries are the most common and include, but are not limited to, muscle soreness, headaches, sprains, abrasions, and bruises. Serious injuries are less common, but do occur occasionally. They include, but are not limited to, broken bones, concussions, torn ligaments or cartilage, eye injuries, cuts, and internal injuries. Catastrophic injuries are very rare; but Partnership feels that every PARTICIPANT/PARENT should be aware of the slight possibility. These injuries include permanent disability, brain injury, paralysis and even death.

Assumption of Inherent Risks: I, the PARTICIPANT/PARENT, understand that all activities of Partnership include inherent risks that cannot be totally eliminated regardless of the care taken by Partnership. I, the PARTICIPANT/PARENT, have read the preceding paragraphs and 1) know, 2) understand, and 3) appreciate the types of injuries inherent in Partnership activities. I, the PARTICIPANT/PARENT, hereby assert that participation is voluntary and the PARTICIPANT/PARENT knowingly assume all inherent risks of the activity, today and on all future dates. Waiver of Liability for Ordinary Negligence : In consideration of permission to use the property, facilities, equipment, and services of the Partnership, today and on all future dates, I, the PARTICIPANT/PARENT, on behalf of myself, my spouse, heirs, executors, administrators, personal or legal representatives, and assigns (hereafter referred to as the Releasing Parties) do hereby waive, release, discharge and covenant not to sue Partnership, committees, all owners, directors, officers, managers, employees, volunteers, independent contractors, agents and equipment suppliers - hereafter referred to as the Protected Parties] from liability from any and all claims, demands, and actions of every name and nature arising from the ordinary negligence of the Protected Parties. This agreement applies to 1) personal injury (including death) from incidents or illnesses arising from participation in Partnership activities including, but not limited to: recreational, practice, or competitive activity; events; organized or individual training and conditioning activities; individual or group instruction; as an observer or spectator; and individual use of all facilities. This applies to all facilities, fields, equipment, and all other premises including the associated sidewalks and parking lots and to 2) any and all claims resulting from the damage to, loss of, or theft of property.

Indemnification: I, the PARTICIPANT/PARENT, also agree, today and on all future dates, to hold harmless, defend, and indemnify Partnership (that is, defend and pay any judgment and costs, including investigation costs, attorney’s fees, and related expenses) from any and all claims of Releasing Parties arising from participation in Activities, (including those arising from the inherent risks of the activity or the ordinary negligence of Protected Parties). I, the PARTICIPANT/PARENT, further agree to hold harmless, defend, and indemnify Partnership against any and all claims of co-participants, rescuers, and others arising from the conduct of the participant in Partnership activities. Clarifying Clauses: I, the PARTICIPANT/PARENT confirm that: 1) This agreement supersedes any and all previous oral or written promises or agreements. I understand that this is the entire agreement between me and Partnership and that it cannot be modified or changed in any way by representations or statements by any agent or employee of Partnership. 2) The foregoing Assumption of Risk, Waiver of Liability, Indemnification Agreement, is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the laws of the State of and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect. 3) If legal action is brought, the appropriate trial court for the County of Sevier in the State of Tennessee has the sole and exclusive jurisdiction and that only the substantive laws of the State of Tennessee shall apply. 4) I will engage in good faith efforts to mediate any dispute that might arise. Any agreement reached will be formalized by a written contractual agreement at that time. Should the issue not be resolved by mediation, I agree that all disputes, controversies, or claims arising out of participation in Partnership shall be submitted to binding arbitration in accordance with the applicable rules of the American Arbitration Association then in effect.

Acknowledgements to Promote Participant Safety: These affirmations aid Partnership in providing for participant health and safety. Health Status. The participant affirms that he or she: • Possesses no health problems or physical disabilities that would make participation unwise, or risk injury. • Will cease activity and inform Partnership of any health problem that arises during participation. • Possesses sufficient skills, coordination, and physical fitness to safely participate. • Medical Care. The participant affirms that he or she: • Authorizes Partnership to secure emergency medical care & transport if deemed necessary; Partnership does not staff medical personnel. • Agrees to assume all cost of the care and transportation listed above. • Rules and Safety. The participant affirms that he or she agrees: • To report all injuries (even minor injuries) so that Partnership may make a record of the injury. • To wear all recommended safety gear during participation. • To follow all rules of the activity at Partnership. • To inform Partnership of any conduct or condition that creates a hazard for participants or others – and will immediately discontinue further participation in said activity. • That Partnership has authority to halt my participation if it endangers the participant or others.

In consideration of the opportunity to provide certain statements and participate in photography or audio/video taping relating to certain products of Rocky Top Sports World, or its affiliated companies, I, for myself and, in the case of a minor (the “Minor”), for myself and the Minor in my capacity as the Minor’s parent/guardian, agree as follows: 1) I hereby consent to the recording of statements, photographs, and/or audio or video recordings taken of the Minor or me by the Partnership or its contractors. 2) All statements, photographs, and/or audio or video recordings taken of the Minor or me, by the Partnership or its contractors, may be used by the Partnership for promotional, commercial or other purposes as determined by the Partnership anywhere in the world in its sole discretion. Neither the Minor nor I shall have any right to control the use or publication by the Partnership of the statements, photographs, and/or audio or video recordings. 3) All statements, photographs, and/or audio or video recordings taken of the Minor or me by the Partnership or its contractors, shall be the sole property of the Partnership. Neither the Minor nor I shall receive any compensation in connection with use of these statements, photographs, and/or audio or video recordings for promotional, commercial or other purposes. 4) On behalf of the Minor and myself, I hereby release, waive and discharge any claims of any kind or nature arising out of or relating to the use of the statements, photographs, and/or audio or video recordings against the Partnership or any person or firm authorized by the Partnership to publish said materials (“Publisher”), Such release, waiver and discharge shall also extend to all affiliated companies, shareholders, directors, officers, employees, agents and assigns of the Partnership and any Publisher. 5) This Release shall be binding upon the Minor and me, and our respective successors, heirs, assigns, executors, administrators, spouse and next of kin. 6) I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT AND I UNDERSTAND THAT I GIVE UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF THE MINOR AND MYSELF (INCLUDING RIGHTS RELATING TO PUBLICITY AND PRIVACY WITH RESPECT TO THE COMMERCIAL USE OF ANY STATEMENTS, PHOTOGRAPHS, AND/OR AUDIO OR VIDEO RECORDINGS AND I SIGN THIS RELEASE FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY.

CONSENT TO ATHLETIC TRAINER AND PARAMEDIC SERVICES; ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RECEIPT OF NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES: LeConte Medical Center (“LMC”) makes available to athlete participants the services of athletic trainers and paramedics at certain Rocky Top Sports World events. To the extent LMC athletic trainer and/or paramedic services are available at an event at Rocky Top Sports World, I hereby consent to such athletic trainers and/or paramedics furnishing athletic trainer/paramedic services to me and to any Rocky Top Sports World event participant or attendee for whom I am authorized to make health care decisions, including any minor child for whom I make health care decisions. I understand and agree LMC athletic trainers and paramedics furnish limited services, are not physicians or licensed to provide medical services, and will not provide services beyond the licensed scope of their authority or practice. I acknowledge and agree there is no guarantee any particular therapy, treatment, or service furnished or proposed by an LMC athletic trainer or paramedic will be successful or effective, and in the event of injury or illness, I acknowledge and agree it is my sole responsibility to seek prompt medical treatment for myself and/or any individual for whom I am legally responsible. LMC’s Notice of Privacy Practices is available at http://www.lecontemedicalcenter.com/ and is also available in paper format on request made to an LMC athletic trainer or paramedic at Rocky Top Sports World. By my signature below, I hereby acknowledge that I have received and reviewed LMC’s Notice of Privacy Practices and authorize LMC to use and disclose protected health information and other patient records (a) consistent with such Notice, including without limitation, for purposes of the treatment, payment, and health care operations functions described in such Notice, whether through electronic health information exchange or otherwise; and (b) as authorized or permitted by federal or state law.

Driving Directions

From I-40 East:

If your event is scheduled to begin during peak travel times, please consider using option A or B for your travel route. Option C will provide easy access to Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg attractions.

(Option A) Take Exit 432A towards Sevierville. Turn right onto W Highway 25/70 towards Sevierville. Turn left onto Highway 411. Turn left onto Old Newport Highway (416). Turn left onto Pittman Center Road. Turn right onto E. Parkway/US-321. Rocky Top Sports World is located approximately two miles ahead on the right.

(Option B) Merge onto US-321S/TN -32 via Exit 435 toward Newport/Gatlinburg. Turn slight right onto Wilton Springs Road/US-321/TN-73/TN-32. Turn right onto Hooper Hwy/US-321S/TN-73. Continue to follow US-321S/TN 73. Turn right onto Sports World Blvd. Rocky Top Sports World is located at 1870 Sports World Blvd.

(Option C) Take Exit 407/TN 66 toward Gatlinburg/Sevierville/Pigeon Forge. Merge right onto Winfield Dunn Parkway/TN 66 toward Gatlinburg. Stay straight onto Forks of the River Pkwy/US-441S/TN-71. Turn slight Right onto Parkway/US-441S/TN-71. Travel into Gatlinburg. Turn sharp left at Light #3, travel approximately 4.2 miles. Rocky Top Sports World is located on the left at 1870 Sports World Blvd.

From I-81 South:

If your event is scheduled to begin during peak travel times, please consider using option A or B for your travel route. Option C will provide easy access to Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg attractions.

(Option A) Merge onto I-40 E via Exit 1A on the left toward Asheville. Merge onto US-321S/TN-32 via Exit 435 toward Newport/Gatlinburg. Turn slight right onto Wilton Springs Road/US-321/TN-73/TN-32. Turn right onto Hooper Hwy/US-321 S/TN-73. Continue to follow US-321S/TN-73. Turn right onto Sports World Blvd. Rocky Top Sports World is located at 1870 Sports World Blvd.

(Option B) Take Exit 432A towards Sevierville. Turn right onto W Highway 25/70 towards Sevierville. Turn left onto Highway 411. Turn left onto Old Newport Highway (416). Turn left onto Pittman Center Road. Turn right onto E. Parkway/US-321. Rocky Top Sports World is located approximately two miles ahead on the right.

(Option C) Merge to I-40 W via Exit 1B toward Knoxville. Take Exit 407/TN 66 toward Gatlinburg/Sevierville/ Pigeon Forge. Merge right onto Winfield Dunn Parkway/TN 66 toward Gatlinburg. Stay straight onto Forks of the River Pkwy/US-441S/TN-71. Turn slight Right onto Parkway/US-441S/TN-71. Travel into Gatlinburg. Turn sharp left at Light #3, travel approximately 4.2 miles. Rocky Top Sports World is located on the left at 1870 Sports World Blvd.

From I-40 W:

Merge onto US-321S/TN -32 via Exit 435 toward Newport/Gatlinburg. Turn slight right onto Wilton Springs Road/US-321/TN-73/TN-32. Turn right onto Hooper Hwy/US-321S/TN-73. Continue to follow US-321S/TN 73. Turn right onto Sports W orld Blvd. Rocky Top Sports World is located at 1870 Sports World Blvd.

If you have difficulty registering our address in your GPS system, please use the alternate address of: 150 Proffitt Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

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