Terms of Service
Last updated on Jan 11, 2025
This Terms of Service agreement sets out the terms and conditions for using Scout The Mat platform and services. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to be bound by these terms.
User Types and Eligibility
Scout The Mat offers two types of accounts:
- Wrestler Accounts: Available to amateur wrestlers who wish to create profiles and share their wrestling videos
- Coach Accounts: Reserved for verified college wrestling coaches who wish to scout and review wrestler profiles
Wrestler Account Requirements
- You must be at least 13 years old to create an account
- If under 18, you must have parental consent to use the platform
- You must be an active wrestler at a recognized school or club program
- You must provide accurate and truthful information about your wrestling career
Coach Account Verification
- Must be currently employed as a college wrestling coach
- Must provide official college email address to register
- Must complete pass our verification process
- Must maintain current employment status to retain account privileges
Content Guidelines
Video Content
- Videos must be of actual wrestling matches or wrestling match highlights
- Videos must be your own or you must have permission to share them
- No editing that misrepresents athletic ability or performance
- No inappropriate, offensive, or non-wrestling related content
- Minimum video quality standards must be met
- Maximum video length of 30 minutes per upload
- All information must be accurate and current (Stats, achievements, and records)
- Weight class\division and record information should be updated regularly
- Academic information must be truthful and accurate
Prohibited Activities
- Sharing or selling account access
- Creating multiple accounts
- Harassing or contacting other users inappropriately
- Uploading copyrighted content without permission
- Misrepresenting credentials or achievements
- Using the platform for non-wrestling related recruitment
- Using the platform for non-wrestling related video content
Privacy and Data Usage
- All wrestler profile information is visible to verified coaches
- Video content remains your property but you grant us license to display it on Scout The Mat and our social media paltforms
- Coaches may download videos only for legitimate recruitment purposes
- We protect minor athletes’ information with additional safeguards
- Communication between coaches and athletes is monitored for safety
For Wrestlers
- Maximum of 50 videos per profile
- Must maintain active status by logging in every 90 days
- Must update competition results within 30 days
- Cannot contact coaches directly; must wait for coach initiation
For Coaches
- Must identify their institution when viewing profiles
- Must maintain professional communication standards and follow all national regulatory body communication guidelines when reaching out to and communicating with high school athletes.
- Cannot share athlete videos or information with third parties
Account Termination
We reserve the right to terminate accounts for:
- Violation of these terms
- Providing false information
- Inappropriate behavior or harassment
- Expired coach credentials
- Extended period of inactivity
- Violation of amateur status rules
Changes to Terms
We may modify these terms at any time. Users will be notified of significant changes via email and must accept updated terms to continue using the platform.
Disclaimer
- We do not guarantee recruitment outcomes
- We are not responsible for the accuracy of user-provided information
- We do not endorse any particular users or institutions
- We are not liable for any decisions made based on platform content
For questions about these terms or to report violations, contact us at: abuse@ScoutTheMat.com
By using Scout The Mat, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.