Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01/01/2025
At Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Jr Knights, we are committed to protecting your privacy and providing a safe and secure environment for all players and their families. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information, as well as the safety protocols we follow to ensure a secure hockey experience.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information in the following ways:
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Registration Forms: When you sign up for tryouts, teams, or programs, we may collect player and parent names, addresses, contact numbers, email addresses, birth dates, and emergency contact information.
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Website Activity: We may gather limited data such as IP addresses, browser type, and page interactions for analytics purposes via cookies.
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Payment Processing: Financial details are securely collected and processed through third-party providers when making payments for registrations, camps, or events.
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Communications: If you contact us via email or online forms, we collect your contact details and the content of your message.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to:
- Communicate program updates, schedules, and changes
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Provide emergency contact in case of player injury or illness
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Improve our website functionality and user experience
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Share important league and team information (e.g., rosters, tournament details, and travel plans)
We do not sell or share your information with third parties for marketing purposes.
3. Data Protection
We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information:
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All sensitive data is encrypted using industry-standard security protocols
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Access to personal data is limited to authorized staff and administrators only
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Regular audits are conducted to ensure compliance and security best practices
4. Safety & Staff Background Checks
The safety and well-being of our players is a top priority. We follow strict safety protocols, including:
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All coaches, staff, and volunteers undergo mandatory background checks as required by USA Hockey and local regulations
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Staff members complete SafeSport training and are monitored regularly to ensure compliance
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We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct and inappropriate behavior
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Safety drills, emergency plans, and concussion protocols are enforced at all levels
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies to improve functionality and track user interactions. You may adjust your browser settings to disable cookies at any time. Doing so may affect the functionality of some parts of the site.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., leagues, USA Hockey). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.
7. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent. All program registrations for minors must be completed by a parent or legal guardian.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our safety procedures, please contact us at:
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Jr Knights
Revolution Ice Centre, 12 Old Boston Road, Pittston, PA 18640
Email: wbsjrknights@revo-ice.com
Phone: (570) 883-1100
