Terms of Service

Welcome to NXT Basketball. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the northkitsapnxt.com website and your participation in NXT Basketball programs. NXT Basketball is operated by Juke Sports LLC, based in Poulsbo, WA, Washington. By accessing our website or registering for our programs, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our website or services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account, registering a player, or using any features of our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you are registering on behalf of a minor, you represent that you are the parent or legal guardian of that minor and accept these Terms on their behalf.

2. Account Registration and Responsibilities

• You must provide accurate, current, and complete information when creating an account and registering players.
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activity that occurs under your account.
• You must be at least 18 years of age to create an account. All player registrations must be completed by a parent or legal guardian.
• You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to or use of your account.

3. Player Eligibility and Registration

• Players must meet age and grade eligibility requirements as defined by NXT Basketball and AAU guidelines for the applicable season or event.
• Accurate player information (including date of birth, grade level, and school) must be provided at the time of registration.
• NXT Basketball reserves the right to verify eligibility and to remove any player found to be ineligible.
• AAU membership may be required for participation in certain events and tournaments. It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to ensure current AAU membership where applicable.

4. Payment Terms and Refund Policy

• Registration fees, tournament fees, and other program costs must be paid in full by the posted deadlines to secure a roster spot.
• All payments are processed securely through Stripe. By submitting payment, you authorize NXT Basketball to charge the provided payment method.
• Refund requests must be submitted in writing to info@northkitsapnxt.com. Refund eligibility and amounts are determined at the sole discretion ofNXT Basketball and may depend on timing, roster impact, and costs already incurred.
• Non-refundable fees (such as AAU registration or tournament entry fees paid to third parties) will not be refunded under any circumstances.
• NXT Basketball reserves the right to adjust fees and pricing at any time. Any changes will be communicated in advance.

5. Code of Conduct

NXT Basketball is committed to providing a positive, respectful, and safe environment for all participants. The following standards of conduct apply:

Players

• Demonstrate good sportsmanship, respect for teammates, opponents, coaches, referees, and spectators at all times.
• Attend scheduled practices, games, and team events or communicate absences in advance.
• Refrain from the use of profanity, bullying, fighting, or any form of harassment.

Parents and Guardians

• Support players, coaches, and the program in a positive and constructive manner.
• Refrain from confronting coaches, referees, or other parents in a negative or hostile manner during or after events.
• Direct any concerns or grievances to coaching staff or program leadership through appropriate channels.
• Ensure players arrive on time and are picked up promptly after events.

Coaches

• Prioritize player development, safety, and well-being above winning.
• Treat all players, parents, officials, and opponents with respect.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with all participants.

Violations of this Code of Conduct may result in warnings, suspensions, or removal from the program at the sole discretion of NXT Basketball. No refunds will be issued for conduct-related removals.

6. Photo/Video Release and Media Usage

By registering for NXT Basketball programs, you grant NXT Basketballpermission to photograph and record video of participants during practices, games, tournaments, and other program activities. You agree that NXT Basketball may use these images and recordings on our website, social media accounts, promotional materials, and other media channels without compensation or additional notice. If you wish to opt out of photo and video use, you must notify us in writing at info@northkitsapnxt.com prior to the start of the applicable season or event.

7. Assumption of Risk and Liability Waiver

Participation in basketball and athletic activities involves inherent risks including but not limited to physical injury, illness, and property damage. By registering a player, the parent or guardian acknowledges these risks and agrees to a separate liability waiver as part of the registration process.NXT Basketball, its coaches, volunteers, and affiliated organizations shall not be held liable for injuries, accidents, or losses arising from participation in program activities, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.

8. Program Rules and Expectations

• NXT Basketball reserves the right to set practice schedules, game schedules, team rosters, and playing time at the discretion of coaching staff.
• Playing time is not guaranteed and is determined by coaches based on factors including effort, attendance, skill development, and team needs.
• Players are expected to wear the required team uniform and gear for all games and events.
• NXT Basketball may cancel, reschedule, or modify events due to weather, facility availability, or other circumstances beyond our control.

9. Intellectual Property

All content on the NXT Basketball website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, the NXT Basketball name and brand, and software, is the property of NXT Basketball and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on our website without prior written permission from NXT Basketball.

10. Termination of Accounts

NXT Basketball reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account and access to our website at any time, with or without cause, including but not limited to violations of these Terms, the Code of Conduct, or behavior deemed detrimental to the program. You may also request account deletion at any time by contacting us at info@northkitsapnxt.com.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, NXT Basketball and its officers, coaches, volunteers, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of our website or participation in our programs. Our total liability for any claim arising under these Terms shall not exceed the amount of fees you paid to NXT Basketball in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.

12. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. NXT Basketball makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the reliability, accuracy, or availability of the website or any content therein.

13. Children's Privacy (COPPA)

NXT Basketballserves youth athletes, including children under 13. We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

• Accounts for children under 13 require verifiable parental consent before activation.
• Parents may review, request deletion of, or revoke consent for their child's data at any time through the parent dashboard or by contacting us.
• Children under 13 cannot access the community forum, public recruiting profiles, or publicly share content without parental consent.
• All coach-to-player digital communications are automatically copied to the player's parent or guardian.

See our Privacy Policy for complete details on children's data practices.

14. Data Export and Portability

Program administrators may export all program data at any time through the admin dashboard. Upon cancellation or termination, you will have a reasonable period to export your data before it is archived. Archived data is preserved per our data retention policy but is no longer accessible through the platform interface.

15. Changes to These Terms

NXT Basketballreserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Updated Terms will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our website or participation in our programs after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the courts located in Washington.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please contact us at: