Welcome Team Advisors and Coaches;

Welcome Team Advisors and Coaches; We the Directors of the Texas High School Bass Association want to welcome you to the THSBA! Many of you have watched the growth of our organization over the last four years. We are truly excited to provide a high school tournament program that ranks as the Number One High School Fishing Program in the State of Texas! We are providing three divisions in Texas, once again to help keep the size of or local open tournaments small. This keeps the cost of travel down while allowing student anglers the ability to compete on waters they are familiar with. The THSBA is also proud of the fact that we give each student many opportunities to be successful as an angler as well as involving that student in exciting promotional and volunteer activities. We want to stress to students about working within the fishing industry while representing their faith, family, and school in charities and some of the largest tournaments in Texas. Advisors and Coaches, when putting together their charters, are encouraged to incorporate these activities into their bylaws. The overall team competition at our open tournaments gives a unique opportunity for every member of that high school team to contribute to the team s chances of winning the team trophy even if that team did not place in the money. Last year the THSBA gave over $40,000 in scholarships and prizes which will be cashed in once the student graduates from high school. We cannot stress enough all of the hard work from advisors, coaches, captains and of course the sponsors that keep us rolling. If you have any problem in our process of membership or have any question, be free to contact anyone on our directors contact list Thank you Tim Haugh, President THSBA

Advisors, parents and captains, We are excited to announce new changes for the up-coming 2015-2016 season. As our organization grows larger with every phone call from prospective schools, the THSBA had to make adjustments to accommodate 3 divisions which will build a base of schools spreading from West, Central and East. This year we are excited to become a Student Angler Federation affiliate which opens up more tournaments for our anglers to compete as well as a great comprehensive insurance package. Below are the steps a club must complete before they are members of the Texas High School Bass Association and are eligible to compete in any THSBA Open or SAF State or National Events. 1. Advisors are to go to https://tbfwebservices.com/app.php to register your team online with the Student Angler Federation (TBF). The THSBA is using SAF insurance coverage at all tournaments and venues. Membership is $25.00 per Student Angler and payable to the SAF. You will only need your students SAF membership number with the club application for the THSBA. Do not send application for THSBA membership without SAF membership numbers. Your SAF membership number will be your THSBA number. Student membership is effective September 1, 2015 and good for one year from that date. 2. Fill out THSBA club registration form. Please fill out all information clearly for every student on your team and enclose $25 per student made checks payable to the Texas High School Bass Association. Any additional students added to your roster at a later time will require an information sheet filled out as well. Remember they also must be an SAF member. 3. Make sure every member (and parent) fill out the waiver form for all THSBA Open and Championship events and sent with application. 4. Make sure every boat captain volunteer fills out wavier and sent with application. Note these can be submitted as captains are acquired throughout the season. Boat captains must have a minimum of $300,000 liability on their boat and must have all safety equipment. Please check boat captain requirements on line. Send application with $25.00 per student angler to THSBA, 1014 Eagle Nest Avenue, Forney, Texas 75126. Remember they must have a Student Angler Federation before application will be accepted. Additional Changes for 2015-2016 1. No Pre-tournament Boat Checks. Boats will be checked as anglers are released in order of flight. Registrations will be same as last year on Friday afternoon and Saturday mornings. 2. The Playoffs: Road to THSBA State Championship a. Each division will send their top teams (TBD) in AOY points (excluding School of the Year) to our regional events. b. Top placing student anglers (TBD) in each regional championship will face off for the first THSBA Championship! 3. Tournament entry for open tournaments is $50 per team consisting of 1 or 2 anglers. A portion of each entry is used for open prizes and scholarships on the regional and state wide championships. Plus pay for a tournament director which will handle the tournament, assign winners, and send results to main office. 5. The THSBA will not count roll-overs. No-shows for tournament entries are not refundable. 6. All divisional money will be pooled in one account for Regional and State Championship Awards. 7. Polygraphs. There will be polygraphs given for at least first place in each tournament. 8. All THSBA Tournaments will be released in staged flight order by student boat number. Student Anglers will have a check in time on flight card and will have to be weigh fish by that time. The tournament director can call trailering or delay due to high winds or inclement weather. 9. Team Advisors will responsible for eligibility and boat captain background checks. Captain still have to submit THSBA waiver before being allowed to volunteer. 10. Once again www.texashighschoolbassassn.com will be the go to place for schedules, rules, membership, results or anything involving the THSBA.

Application for Texas High School Bass Association of Club (High School) Date Address City State Zip Club Advisor/Coach Address Phone Number (s) Email We the under signed, submit our application with the Texas High School Bass Association and agree to the objectives and purposes of the THSBA _ Club Advisor/Coach s Signature Club/Team s President Signature Chapter Member List Include $25.00 dues per member with this application. Please complete all information legibly. Officers: President SAF Number

Vice President SAF Number Secretary SAF Number Treasurer SAF Number

Club Members (print more if needed) SAF Number SAF Number SAF Number The above signed students are fully enrolled in High School and are current with all grade points. High School Official/Registrar

Texas High School Bass Association Each Member and Parent must sign this Release of Liability and it must accompany your membership roster Participant Release of Liability Read Before Signing In consideration for permission to voluntary participate in tournaments, events, programs and related activities conducted by the Texas High School Bass Association and the Student Angler Federation acknowledge, appreciate and agree that: 1. The risk of injury, disability, death, loss or damage to my person or property from the activities involved in this program is significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment and personal disciple may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist, and, 2. I have been advised by the THSBA and have had the opportunity to seek legal counsel with respect to the legal effect of this document; and, 3. I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL RISKS REFFERRED TO ABOVE, BOTH KNOW AND UNKOWN, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL BASS ASSOCIATION, THEIR OFFICERS, OFFICIALS, DIRECOTES, BOAT CAPTAINS, SHAREHOLDERS, AGENTS, AND/OR EMPLOYEES,OTHER PARTICIPANTS, AND SPONSORING AGENCIES, SPONSORS, ADVERTISERS, AND IF APPLICABLE, OWNERS AND LESSORS OF PREMISES AND PROPERTY USED TO CONDUCT THE EVENT ( RELEASSES ) OR OTHERS, AND ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR RISKS ARISING FROM MY PARTICIPATION; AND, 4. I willingly agree to comply with the terms and conditions for participation. If, however, I observe any unusual significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the immediate attention of the nearest official, and, 5. I, FOR MYSELF AND ON BEHALF OF MY HEIRS,ASSIGNS, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND NEXT OF KIN, HEREBY RELEASE, INDEMNIFY, AND HOLD HARMLESS RELEASEES, WITH RESPET TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH. OR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSON OR PROPERTY, WHICH I SUFFER OR WHICH I AM FOUND TO HAVE CAUSED INWHOLE OR IN PART BY MY NEGLIGENCE OR INTENTIONAL MISCONDUCT, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES, OR OTHERWISE, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW. 6. I agree to submit to a truth verification test administered by Texas High School Bass Association and understand that failure to pass the examination as determined by Texas High School Bass Association will result in disqualification. I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AGREEMENT AND THE ATTACHED RULES. I FULLY UNDERSTAND THE TERMS AND UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING THIS RELEASE, AND SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY. PUBLICITY: In consideration for permission to voluntarily participate in the tournaments, events, programs and related activities conducted by THSBA and SAF. I ( Participant ) hereby grant to THSBA and SAF, their assignees and/or licenses (collectively Sponsors including television production companies contracted by Texas High School Bass Association, the unconditional right to use my name, voice, photographic likeness, biographical information, fishing tips and/or instructions in any medium whatsoever, including but not limited to video/audio productions, merchandising, promotions, articles, and/or press releases, in connection with THSBA and SAF tournaments, events, programs and related activities conducted by THSBA and SAF without restriction as to changes or alterations from time to time. I understand that I will not be entitled to receive any royalties or other compensation in connection with such use. If Participant wins any event, the Participant s name, likeness and biographical information may be used in connection with advertising and promotion. The Participant s specifically consents and agrees to such use without restriction as to changes or alterations from time to time, and further understands and agrees that any use will be without payment of any royalties or any additional compensation to Participant. The Participant signifies by his/her signature below that he or she has read and understand the foregoing provisions. AGE: DATE: PARTICIPANT S SIGNATURE PRINT PARTICIPANT S NAME HERE FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF PARTICIPANTS UNDER AGE 18 AT TIME OF REGISTRATION. I, AS PARENT/GUARDIAN DO HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I HAVE LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE PARTICIPANT AND I AGREE AND CONSENT TO HIS/HER RELEASE AS PROVIDED ABOVE OF ALL THE RELEASEES, AND, FOR MYSELF, MY HEIRS, ASSIGNS, AND NEXT OF KIN, I RELEASE AND AGREE TO INDENMIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS THE RELEASEES FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITIES INCIDENT TO MY MINOR CHILD S OR WARD S INVOLVEMENT OR PARTICIPATION IN THESE PROGRAMS AS PROVIDED ABOVE, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASES, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW. PARENT/GUARDIAN S SIGNATURE PRINT PARENT/GUARDIAN S NAME HERE DATE: ADDRESS: EMERGENCY PHONE # (S):

THSBA Texas High School Bass Association CAPTAINS RELEASE OF LIABILITY - READ BEFORE SIGNING In consideration for permission to voluntarily participate in tournaments, events, programs and related activities conducted by Texas High School Bass Association and the Student Angler Federation, I acknowledge, appreciate and agree that: 1. The risk of injury, disability, death, loss or damage to my person or property from the activities involved in this program is significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist; and, 2. I have been advised by Texas High School Bass Association, and have had the opportunity to seek legal counsel with respect to the legal effect of this document; and, 3. I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL RISKS REFERRED TO ABOVE, BOTH KNOWN AND UNKNOWN, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF Texas High School Bass Association and the Student Angler Federation, THEIR OFFICERS, OFFICIALS, DIRECTORS, SHAREHOLDERS, AGENTS, AND/OR EMPLOYEES, OTHER PARTICIPANTS, AND SPONSORING AGENCIES, SPONSORS, ADVERTISERS, AND, IF APPLICABLE, OWNERS AND LESSORS OF PREMISES AND PROPERTY USED TO CONDUCT THE EVENT ( RELEASEES ) OR OTHERS, AND ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR RISKS ARISING FROM MY PARTICIPATION; AND, 4. I willingly agree to comply with the terms and conditions for participation. If, however, I observe any unusual significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the immediate attention of the nearest official; and, 5. I, FOR MYSELF AND ON BEHALF OF MY HEIRS, ASSIGNS, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND NEXT OF KIN, HEREBY RELEASE, INDEMNIFY, AND HOLD HARMLESS RELEASEES, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, OR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSON OR PROPERTY, WHICH I SUFFER OR WHICH I AM FOUND TO HAVE CAUSED IN WHOLE OR IN PART BY MY NEGLIGENCE OR INTENTIONAL MISCONDUCT, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES, OR OTHERWISE, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW. 6. I agree to submit to a truth verification test administered by Texas High School Bass Association and understand that failure to pass the examination as determined by Texas High School Bass Association will result in disqualification. 7. As the only authorized operator of the boat provided for all Texas High School Bass Association tournaments, I have inspected and acknowledge that the watercraft provided is sea worthy and meets all current U.S. Coast Guard safety requirements. Furthermore, I understand that the same watercraft provided must meet the minimum length limits, combustion engine design restrictions, hull design requirements, minimum and or maximum horsepower ratings, and be appropriately equipped to ensure the safety of any and all student anglers participating as outlined by the THSBA and SFA tournament rules and guidelines. I agree to have the watercraft inspected at any time by a designated Texas High School Bass Association Tournament Director for any and all tournaments. I further agree to provide acceptable limits of liability insurance on this same watercraft as determined by the Texas High School Bass Association and or any other high school fishing governing authority. ($300,000.00) I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT AND THE ATTACHED RULES. I FULLY UNDERSTAND THE TERMS AND UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING THIS RELEASE, AND SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY. PUBLICITY: In consideration for permission to voluntarily participate in the tournaments, events, programs, and related activities conducted by THSBA and SFA, I ( Participant ) hereby grant to THSBA and SFA, their assignees and/or licenses (collectively Sponsors including television production companies contracted by THSBA and SFA, the unconditional right to use my name, voice, photographic likeness, biographical information, fishing tips and/or instructions in any medium whatsoever, including but not limited to video/audio productions, merchandising, promotions, articles, and/or press releases, in connection with THSBA and SFA tournaments, events, programs and related activities conducted by THSBA and SFA without restriction as to changes or alterations from time to time. I understand that I will not be entitled to receive any royalties or other compensation in connection with such use. If Participant wins any event, the Participant s name, likeness and biographical information may be used in connection with advertising and promotion. The Participant specifically consents and agrees to such use without restriction as to changes or alterations from time to time, and further understands and agrees that any use will be without payment of any royalties or any additional compensation to Participant. I UNDERSTAND THAT PRIOR TO BECOMING AN APPROVED BOAT CAPTAIN, I MUST PASS A BACKGROUND CHECK FROM THE RESPECTIVE HIGH SCHOOL WITH WHICH I PARTICIPATE. THIS BACKGROUND CHECK MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO THE PARTICIPATION DATE OF ANY TOURNAMENT. I WILLFULLY AGREE TO SUBMIT TO THIS BACKGROUND CHECK AND WILL ABIDE BY THE FINDINGS AND DECISIONS OF SCHOOL OFFICIALS WITH REGARD TO THE RESULTS. SHOULD I BE APPROVED AS A BOAT CAPTAIN, IF AT ANY TIME MY WORDS, ACTIONS, OR COMMENTS ARE DETERMINED TO BE UNACCEPTABLE BY THE STUDENT ANGLERS, PARENTS, SCHOOL OFFICIALS, OR THE TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL BASS ASSOCIATION OFFICIALS, I UNDERSTAND THAT I WILL BE REMOVED AS AN APPROVED BOAT CAPTAIN FOR ANY AND ALL FUTURE EVENTS. The Participant signifies by his/her signature below that he or she has read and understands the foregoing provisions. BOAT CAPTAIN SIGNATURE PRINT BOAT CAPTAIN NAME HERE ADDRESS AGE DATE: EMERGENCY PHONE# (S) A background check was performed, reviewed, and approved by the following parties listed below. Advisor School Official _