Five Stars Hockey - Terms and Conditions
[Last Updated: 2/02/25]
Welcome to Five Stars Hockey! These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the Five Stars Hockey website (www.fivestarshockey.com) ("Website") and all related content, services, and features, including player rankings, player profiles, scouting reports, and subscription-based content ("Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our Services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy. Five Stars Hockey reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the Services after modifications constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
2. Eligibility
To use our Services, you must be at least 18 years old. If you are under 18, you may only use the Services under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
3. Account Registration and Security
To access certain features of the Services, including subscription content, you may need to create an account. By creating an account, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and up-to-date information
- Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or use of your account
We are not liable for any loss or damage resulting from your failure to protect your account information.
4. Subscription and Payment Terms
We offer subscription-based access to player rankings, profiles, and scouting reports. By purchasing a subscription, you agree to the following:
a) Billing and Payment:
- Payment is required at the time of subscription purchase.
- Subscriptions may auto-renew unless canceled before the renewal date.
- You authorize us to charge your payment method for recurring subscription fees.
b) Refund Policy:
- All subscription purchases are final, and refunds will only be granted at our sole discretion in cases of billing errors or service disruptions.
c) Subscription Cancellation:
- You may cancel your subscription through your account settings. Cancellation will take effect at the end of the current billing period.
5. Use of Services
You agree to use the Services solely for personal, non-commercial purposes. The following activities are strictly prohibited:
- Posting or transmitting content that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or otherwise objectionable
- Exploiting or attempting to exploit minors
- Violating any local, state, national, or international laws
- Impersonating any person or entity
- Collecting personal information from other users without consent
- Engaging in unauthorized access or interference with the Services
6. Information Sources and Accuracy
Our player rankings, profiles, and scouting reports are compiled from various sources, including:
- Interviews with players
- In-person scouting
- Video footage from services like Live Barn
- Internet sources (Elite Prospects, GameSheet, Instagram, and X)
While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee the completeness or reliability of the information provided. Users should independently verify information when necessary.
7. Ownership and Intellectual Property
The content on the Five Stars Hockey website, including but not limited to articles, player profiles, rankings, videos, and graphics, is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.
Permitted Use:
- You may view, download, and print content for personal, non-commercial use only.
Prohibited Use:
- You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works based on our content without our express written consent.
8. Use of Logos and Trademarks
We use logos solely for informational and identification purposes when providing player rankings, profiles, and reports.
Disclaimer:
Five Stars Hockey does not claim ownership of any team logos, league logos, or other third-party trademarks displayed on our website. All logos and trademarks remain the property of their respective owners. Use of these logos does not imply affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship by their owners.
9. User-Generated Content
If you post comments or contribute content to our website, you grant Five Stars Hockey a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, display, and distribute your content.
We reserve the right to moderate or remove user-generated content that violates these Terms or is deemed inappropriate.
10. Error Reporting
If you encounter errors, bugs, or technical issues while using our Services, please report them to 5starshockey@gmail.com. We will make reasonable efforts to address and resolve issues promptly.
11. Data Privacy
Our collection and use of personal information are governed by our [Privacy Policy](link to privacy policy). By using our Services, you agree to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.
12. Disclaimer of Warranty
The Services are provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or availability of the Services.
13. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Five Stars Hockey shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Services.
14. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Five Stars Hockey, its affiliates, and service providers from any claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Services or violation of these Terms.
15. Modification of Services
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Services at any time without notice.
16. Force Majeure
Five Stars Hockey shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to events beyond our reasonable control, including acts of God, government actions, internet outages, and cyberattacks.
17. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the federal and state courts in the United States.
18. Dispute Resolution
In the event of a dispute, you agree to first contact us to attempt to resolve the issue amicably. If we cannot reach a resolution, disputes shall be resolved through arbitration.
19. Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting on our website. Your continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
20. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
Email: 5starshockey@gmail.com
Website: www.fivestarshockey.com
Thank you for using Five Stars Hockey!