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Privacy Policy

White Eagle Soccer Club

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect personally identifiable information when you:

  • Register a player for programs, camps, tryouts, or events

  • Submit inquiry or contact forms

  • Subscribe to communications

  • Apply for coaching, staff, or volunteer positions

This information may include:

  • Player name and date of birth

  • Parent or legal guardian name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Emergency contact details

  • School, team, or club affiliation

  • Medical or allergy information (when required for participation)

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser and device type

  • Pages visited and time spent

  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

This data is used for website functionality, analytics, and improvement.

2. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

White Eagle Soccer Academy primarily serves children under the age of 18. We collect personal information about minors only with verifiable parental or legal guardian consent, typically obtained during registration.

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

  • Parents or guardians may review, update, or request deletion of their child’s information at any time by contacting us.

 

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Administer soccer programs, camps, tryouts, leagues, and events

  • Communicate schedules, updates, changes, and announcements

  • Manage registrations, rosters, payments, and internal records

  • Ensure player safety and emergency preparedness

  • Respond to inquiries and provide support

  • Improve our website, services, and programs

  • Meet legal, insurance, and compliance obligations

We do not use personal information for unrelated marketing purposes.

4. Photo & Video Use (Youth Sports Standard)

White Eagle Soccer Academy may photograph or record video during practices, games, camps, tournaments, and events.

These images or videos may be used for:

  • Academy website and social media

  • Promotional and marketing materials

  • Educational or training purposes

We make reasonable efforts to avoid identifying players by full name publicly.
Parents or guardians who wish to opt out of photo or video usage must notify us in writing.

5. Payments & Financial Information

Payments for programs, camps, and events are processed through third-party payment processors (e.g., registration platforms or payment gateways).

  • White Eagle Soccer Academy does not store credit card or banking information on its servers.

  • Payment processors are responsible for maintaining PCI-compliant security standards.

 

6. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent personal information. We may disclose information only in the following circumstances:

  1. Service Providers
    To trusted vendors who assist with registration systems, communications, payments, or website hosting, under confidentiality obligations.

  2. Legal Requirements
    When required by federal, Michigan state, or local law, court order, or legal process.

  3. Safety & Protection
    To protect the rights, safety, or property of players, families, staff, or the Academy.

  4. Consent
    When you have explicitly authorized disclosure.

  5. Business Transition
    In the event of a merger, restructuring, or transfer of Academy operations, information may be transferred to the successor entity.

 

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of information transmitted electronically.

8. Third-Party Websites

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., registration platforms, sponsors, or partners). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Users should review third-party privacy policies before providing information.

9. Your Rights (U.S. & Michigan Residents)

Parents, guardians, and adult users have the right to:

  • Access personal information we hold

  • Request corrections or updates

  • Request deletion of information (subject to legal or operational requirements)

  • Opt out of non-essential communications

Requests can be made through our Contact Us page or by written request.

10. Policy Updates

White Eagle Soccer Academy may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Site or services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us via the Contact Us page on our website.

Cookies Policy

This Cookies Policy explains how White Eagle Soccer Academy (“White Eagle”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website (the “Website”).

This Website uses both first-party cookies and third-party cookies in accordance with this Cookies Policy and our Privacy Policy. You may configure or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time by category, except for cookies that are strictly necessary for the operation of the Website.

1. Website Owner and Cookie Administrator

The Website and all associated domains are owned and operated by:

White Eagle Soccer Academy
United States
Email: [insert official contact email]

White Eagle Soccer Academy is the data controller and is responsible for the management and use of cookies on this Website, unless otherwise stated.

Some cookies may be placed by third-party service providers acting independently under their own privacy policies.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are downloaded and stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies allow the website to recognize your device and store information about your preferences, actions, or browsing behavior.

Cookies help us:

  • Ensure the Website functions properly

  • Improve user experience

  • Analyze Website performance

  • Deliver relevant content and marketing

You can learn more about cookies at:
https://www.allaboutcookies.org

3. Types of Cookies We Use

A. By Ownership

a. First-party cookies
Cookies set directly by White Eagle Soccer Academy to operate the Website.

b. Third-party cookies
Cookies set by external service providers (e.g., analytics, advertising, social media).

B. By Purpose

a. Strictly Necessary (Technical) Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly and cannot be disabled through our cookie settings. They enable features such as:

  • Page navigation

  • Secure access to forms

  • Session management

  • Fraud prevention

Consent is not required for these cookies.

b. Functional / Personalization Cookies
These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make, such as:

  • Language preferences

  • Region or location

  • Display settings

Disabling these cookies may affect Website usability.

c. Analytics / Performance Cookies
These cookies collect anonymous information about how users interact with the Website, such as:

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on pages

  • Traffic sources

We use this data to improve Website performance and user experience.

d. Advertising / Behavioral Cookies
These cookies track browsing behavior to display relevant advertisements and limit repetitive ads. They may be set by third-party advertising platforms.

4. Responsibility for Cookie Data

Data collected through cookies may be processed by:

  • White Eagle Soccer Academy

  • Third-party providers acting under their own privacy policies

Third-party cookies are governed by the privacy policies of the respective providers, and White Eagle Soccer Academy does not control their data practices.

5. How to Manage or Disable Cookies

You may accept or reject cookies at any time through:

  • Our Cookie Settings / Consent Banner

  • Your browser settings

You may also enable:

  • Private/Incognito browsing

  • Do Not Track (DNT) features (where supported)

Blocking cookies may affect Website functionality.

Browser Management Links

 

6. Third-Party Cookie Opt-Out Options

Some third-party providers offer direct opt-out mechanisms:

Note: If you delete cookies, opt-out preferences may be removed and must be reset.

7. Other Tracking Technologies

We may also use:

  • Tracking pixels

  • Web beacons

  • Similar analytics technologies

These tools may collect information such as:

  • Browser type

  • IP address

  • Visit duration

  • Interaction with content or forms

Some technologies may be used for analytics, personalization, or marketing purposes.

8. Data Protection Information

a. Purpose of Processing

Data is processed according to the purpose of each cookie category described above.

b. Legal Basis

  • Consent (where required)

  • Legitimate interest

  • Technical necessity

c. Data Retention

Cookie retention periods vary and are defined in our cookie settings panel.

d. Data Sharing

Data may be shared with trusted service providers solely to operate and improve our services. We do not sell personal data.

e. Profiling

Cookies may be used to create non-sensitive user profiles for personalization and analytics.

f. International Transfers

Some third-party cookies may involve data transfers outside the United States or European Economic Area. Such transfers are governed by the third party’s privacy safeguards.

g. Your Rights

You may request information about your data or exercise your rights by contacting us at:

academy@whiteeaglesc.com

You may also lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority if applicable.

9. Updates to This Cookies Policy

White Eagle Soccer Academy reserves the right to update this Cookies Policy at any time to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically.

Terms & Conditions

1. General

This website (the “Website”) is owned and operated by White Eagle Soccer Academy (“White Eagle,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
The Website is made available to you subject to these Terms & Conditions, together with any additional rules, policies, or notices posted on the Website, including but not limited to our Privacy Policy and Cookies Policy (collectively, the “Terms”).

By accessing, browsing, or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use this Website.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, parents, guardians, players, and any other individuals accessing the Website.

2. Trademarks and Trade Names

All trademarks, service marks, logos, graphics, names, domain names, designs, and branding elements associated with White Eagle Soccer Academy (collectively, “White Eagle Intellectual Property”) are the exclusive property of White Eagle Soccer Academy unless otherwise stated.

You may not use White Eagle Intellectual Property in connection with any product or service that is not affiliated with White Eagle, or in any manner that is likely to cause confusion, misrepresentation, or that disparages or discredits White Eagle Soccer Academy.

All other trademarks or logos appearing on the Website are the property of their respective owners.

3. Copyrights

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, videos, logos, icons, documents, and software, as well as the compilation and arrangement thereof, is owned by White Eagle Soccer Academy or its content providers and is protected by U.S. and international copyright laws.

The content is provided for informational and non-commercial use only.
Any reproduction, modification, distribution, transmission, republication, display, or performance of Website content without prior written consent is strictly prohibited.

4. Use of the Website

This Website is intended for personal, non-commercial use only.

You may download or print a single copy of Website content for personal use, provided that:

  • The content is not modified

  • All copyright and proprietary notices remain intact

This permission automatically terminates if you violate these Terms. Upon termination, you must destroy any downloaded or printed materials.

Unauthorized use of Website content may result in civil and criminal penalties under applicable law.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

This Website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

White Eagle Soccer Academy makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding:

  • The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of Website content

  • The operation or availability of the Website

  • The results obtained from use of the Website

To the fullest extent permitted by law, White Eagle Soccer Academy disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, non-infringement, and uninterrupted availability.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, White Eagle Soccer Academy shall not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from or related to your use of, or inability to use, this Website, including but not limited to:

  • Direct or indirect damages

  • Incidental or consequential damages

  • Loss of data or profits

  • Website downtime or errors

Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Website is to discontinue use.

7. Links to Third-Party Websites

This Website may contain links to third-party websites (“Linked Sites”) for convenience only.

White Eagle Soccer Academy does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, policies, or practices of any Linked Sites. Accessing Linked Sites is at your own risk.

8. Legal Compliance

You agree to comply with all applicable local, state, federal, and international laws, regulations, and ordinances while using this Website.

9. Miscellaneous

White Eagle Soccer Academy reserves the right to modify or discontinue the Website or these Terms at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

Any legal action arising out of or related to this Website shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Michigan, and you consent to such jurisdiction and venue.

Failure by White Eagle Soccer Academy to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such provision.

10. Notice and Procedure for Copyright Infringement (DMCA)

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been used on this Website in a manner that constitutes copyright infringement, please submit a written notice containing the following:

  1. A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent

  2. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed

  3. Identification of the infringing material and its location on the Website

  4. Your contact information (address, phone number, email)

  5. A statement that you have a good-faith belief the use is not authorized

  6. A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information provided is accurate

Notices should be sent to:
Email: academy@whiteeaglesc.com

Waiver & Release

Refund & Credit Policy

Cancellations made more than sixty (60) days prior to the start of the camp are eligible for a partial refund equal to fifty percent (50%) of the total registration fee paid.

Cancellations made within sixty (60) days of the camp start date are non-refundable.

All refund determinations are based on the camp start date. No refunds will be issued for late arrivals, early departures, no-shows, injuries, illness, or dismissal from the program for any reason.

Parental / Legal Guardian Certification

I/We, the undersigned, certify that I/We am/are the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of the registered participant and have the legal authority to execute this agreement on their behalf. I/We further certify that all information provided during registration is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my/our knowledge.

Consent for Medical Treatment

I/We hereby authorize White Eagles Soccer Academy, its staff, coaches, and representatives to seek, authorize, and obtain emergency medical treatment for my/our child in the event of injury, illness, or medical emergency during participation in any Academy activity.

I/We understand and agree that all medical expenses incurred are my/our sole responsibility, except to the extent covered by any applicable excess medical insurance maintained by the Academy, if any. This authorization includes, but is not limited to, transportation by ambulance, hospital admission, and treatment by licensed medical professionals.

Assumption of Risk

I/We acknowledge and understand that participation in soccer and related athletic activities involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:

  • Physical contact with other participants

  • Falls, collisions, and overexertion

  • Weather conditions

  • Playing surface and facility conditions

  • Equipment-related injuries

I/We certify that the participant is physically and mentally capable of participating and has no medical conditions that would prevent safe participation unless disclosed in writing to the Academy prior to participation.

Waiver & Release of Liability

In consideration of acceptance into any White Eagles Soccer Academy program, I/We voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation and hereby waive, release, and discharge White Eagles Soccer Academy, its directors, officers, employees, coaches, volunteers, agents, contractors, affiliates, successors, and assigns from any and all claims, demands, actions, causes of action, liabilities, damages, or expenses of any kind arising out of or related to participation, including those resulting from ordinary negligence, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

This release applies to all injuries, damages, or losses to person or property, whether occurring on or off the field, during practices, games, camps, clinics, travel, or related activities.

Early Withdrawal

I/We acknowledge and agree that no refunds will be issued in the event of early withdrawal, dismissal, or removal from any program for any reason, including injury, illness, scheduling conflicts, or personal circumstances.