Terms & Conditions

1. The Varsity Esports website is intended to:
   • Provide information about the tournament.
   • Allow players and supporters to register.
   • Provide access to tournament-related content, schedules, and updates.
2. By using this website, you confirm that:
   • You are at least 16 years old, or you have the consent of a parent/guardian to use this platform.

1. To register for Varsity Esports or related activities, you may be required to provide:
   • Full name
   • Email address
   • Phone number
   • Student number
   • South African ID or Passport number
2. Eligibility criteria:
   • You must be under the age of 26 to play in Varsity Esports.
   • You must be a registered student as per the USSA Bona Fide definition.
3. All information provided must be complete, accurate, and up to date. Varsity Esports will not be held responsible for issues arising from false or outdated user data.
4. Submission of registration does not guarantee participation in the tournament, acceptance is subject to confirmation by tournament administrators.

1. Varsity Esports and its partners comply with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act 4 of 2013.
2. Information collected may include your:
   • Name
   • Email address
   • Phone number
   • Student and identification detials
3. This information will only be used for:
   • Contacting you regarding tournament participation
   • Providing updates and announcements
   • Verifying eligibility and registration
   • Tournament logistics and communication
4. Your personal information will not be sold, shared, or disclosed to third parties without your consent, unless required by law.
5. All personal data is stored securely and is only accessible to authorised tournament administrators.
6. You may request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data at any time by emailing info@varsityesports.co.za.

1. By registering for and/or participating in Varsity Esports, you consent to being:
   • Photographed
   • Recorded (audio and/or video)
   • Featured in promotional content across Varsity Esports and Mettlestate Channels
2. All content (including but not limited to photos, videos, and designs) captured during the tournament remains the property of Mettlestate and may be used for:
   • Marketing and promotional campaigns
   • Commercial purposes
   • Event reporting and archiving
3. You grant Varsity Esports and its partners a perpetual, royalty-free licence to use such content across any media platforms.

1. All participants must treat other players, staff, hub owners, and spectators with respect.
2. Prohibited behaviour includes, but is not limited to:
   • Harassment or abuse (verbal, physical, or online)
   • Cheating, hacking, or using prohibited software
   • Unsportsmanlike conduct
3. Violation of the code of conduct may result in:
   • Immediate disqualification
   • Removal from the event
   • Bans from future Varsity Esports tournaments

1. All players agree to abide by the official Varsity Esports ruleset, as provided before the tournament.
2. Varsity Esports reserves the right to:
   • Modify schedules, match formats, or rules if necessary.
   • Reschedule matches in the event of technical or operational issues.
3. Any major updates to the tournament or these terms will be communicated to users via the website or email.

1. Varsity Esports, Mettlestate, and associated partners are not responsible for:
   • Technical issues with equipment, networks, or platforms
   • Personal injury, loss, or damage to property during participation
   • Costs incurred through participation in the event
2. Players participate at their own risk and are responsible for their own equipment and internet connection.

For questions about these terms, your data, or your participation in Varsity Esports, please email: info@varsityesports.co.za