Our Privacy Commitment

Blackhawks Softball Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 2026

Privacy Policy

Blackhawks Softball (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our players, families, volunteers, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the information you provide through our website.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

• Parent or guardian name
• Player name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address (if applicable)
• Player age or date of birth (for registration purposes)
• Emergency contact information
• Any information voluntarily submitted through registration forms, contact forms, or event sign-ups

Photos and Videos

As a youth softball organization, we frequently take photographs and videos during practices, games, tournaments, and team events.

These images may be used on:

• Our official website
• Team social media pages
• Promotional materials
• Team communications

We strive to use photos respectfully and appropriately. Parents or legal guardians who do not wish for their child’s image to appear on our website or social media should notify Blackhawks Softball in writing, and we will make reasonable efforts to honor that request.

How We Use Your Information

Information collected may be used to:

• Register players
• Communicate with parents and guardians
• Share schedules and team updates
• Organize practices, games, and tournaments
• Respond to questions or inquiries
• Improve our website and services

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

Website Analytics

Our website may automatically collect limited technical information such as:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Date and time of visits

This information is used only to improve website performance and user experience.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve functionality and enhance your browsing experience. You may disable cookies through your web browser settings if you choose.

Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or use third-party services such as registration platforms, payment processors, social media platforms, or mapping services. These services have their own privacy policies, and Blackhawks Softball is not responsible for their privacy practices.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect the personal information we collect from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no website or electronic transmission is completely secure.

Children’s Privacy

Because our organization serves youth athletes, we collect information only through parents or legal guardians for registration and participation purposes whenever possible.

Your Rights

Parents and guardians may request to:

• Review personal information we have collected
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request removal of personal information when appropriate
• Request removal of photographs from our website when feasible

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to request changes to your personal information or photographs, please contact: