1. Overview

PLAYER Accelerator is a 12-month global online mentorship and development programme designed to support participants in navigating pathways within football and the wider football industry. These terms constitute a binding agreement between the participant (or their parent/guardian where the participant is under 18) and PLAYER (“PLAYER”, “we”, “us”). These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

By enrolling in the programme, you agree to the terms outlined below.

2. Nature of the Programme

PLAYER Accelerator is a mentorship and education-based programme.

It is not:
- A football trial
- A talent agency or representation service
- A guaranteed pathway into professional football

We do not guarantee any specific outcomes, including but not limited to:
- Becoming a professional footballer
- Securing trials, contracts, or club opportunities

All results depend on individual ability, effort, consistency, and external factors beyond our control.

3. Participant Commitment

Participants are expected to actively engage throughout the programme.

This includes:
- Attending mentoring sessions
- Completing assigned modules
- Applying feedback and guidance

Failure to engage may significantly reduce the value of the programme.

Participants acknowledge that their progress is self-driven.

4. Programme Delivery

The programme is delivered entirely online.

- No travel is required
- All content, mentoring, and communication are provided remotely
- Access is provided via digital platforms selected by PLAYER

5. Mentorship & Content

- Mentors are assigned based on suitability and availability
- Mentors may change during the programme
- All guidance is based on professional experience and opinion

Certain elements of the programme (including advanced sessions, guest speakers, or additional opportunities) may be:
- Limited
- Merit-based
- Dependent on engagement and progression

6. Opportunities & Exposure

PLAYER Accelerator may provide access to:
- Showcase matches
- Exposure opportunities
- Industry connections

However, participation in such opportunities is:
- Not guaranteed
- Discretionary
- Based on performance, readiness, and availability

7. Payments & Refunds

Payments are non-refundable except where required by law.

By enrolling, you acknowledge that:
- You are committing to the full 12-month programme
- Failure to participate does not entitle you to a refund

If you are a consumer based in the UK or EU, you may have a right to cancel within 14 days of enrolment under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, unless the programme has already commenced at your request. If you wish to exercise this right, please contact us in writing within that period.

If PLAYER materially changes or cancels the programme, you will be offered a proportionate remedy, which may include a partial refund or access to equivalent replacement content.

8. Visa, Travel & Eligibility

PLAYER does not provide:
- Visa sponsorship
- Immigration support
- Relocation assistance

Participants are fully responsible for:
- Their legal eligibility to travel or work
- Compliance with all local laws and regulations

9. Code of Conduct

Participants must:
- Treat mentors, staff, and other participants with respect
- Not engage in abusive, disruptive, or inappropriate behaviour
- Not misuse the platform or community

PLAYER reserves the right to:
- Remove any participant for misconduct
- Suspend or terminate access
- Do so without refund

10. Intellectual Property & Content Use

All programme materials, including videos, documents, frameworks, and session recordings remain the intellectual property of PLAYER.

Participants may not share, distribute, resell, or reproduce any content without prior written consent.

11. Changes to the Programme

PLAYER reserves the right to:
- Update or improve programme content
- Change mentors or speakers
- Modify delivery format

Minor updates that improve or maintain the quality of the programme will not require notice. If PLAYER makes changes that materially reduce the overall value of the programme, participants will be notified in advance and may be offered the right to cancel and receive a proportionate refund for the remaining unused portion of the programme.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, PLAYER is not liable for:
- Career outcomes
- Missed opportunities
- Decisions made based on programme advice
- Any indirect or consequential loss arising from participation

Nothing in these terms limits PLAYER’s liability for death or personal injury caused by its own negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot be excluded by law.

Participation is undertaken at your own discretion and risk.

13. Acceptance

By enrolling, you confirm that you:
- Understand the nature of the programme
- Accept that no outcomes are guaranteed
- Agree to all terms outlined above

If you are under 18, your parent or legal guardian must review and accept these terms on your behalf. By completing enrolment, a parent or guardian confirms they have done so.

14. Safeguarding & Under-18 Participants

PLAYER is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all participants, including those under the age of 18.

Where a participant is under 18:
- A parent or legal guardian must provide consent at the point of enrolment
- All mentoring sessions involving under-18s will be conducted in accordance with PLAYER’s safeguarding policy
- Mentors are vetted professionals; details of our vetting process are available on request

PLAYER’s full Safeguarding Policy is available on our website. Any safeguarding concerns should be reported to us immediately at [safeguarding contact email].

15. Data Protection & Privacy

PLAYER processes participants’ personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

By enrolling, you consent to PLAYER collecting and using your personal data to:
- Deliver and administer the programme
- Communicate with you about your progress and programme updates
- Match you with appropriate mentors

We will not share your personal data with third parties without your consent, except where required by law. Full details of how we use your data, your rights, and how to contact us about data matters are set out in our Privacy Policy, available on our website.

16. Complaints & Disputes

If you have a complaint, please contact us in writing in the first instance. We will acknowledge your complaint within 5 business days and aim to resolve it within 20 business days.

If a dispute cannot be resolved informally, it shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Your statutory rights as a consumer are not affected by these terms.