Privacy Policy
Western Michigan Summer Hockey
Effective Date: May 8, 2026
1. Introduction
Western Michigan Summer Hockey (“Western Michigan Summer Hockey,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website, wmshockey.com, register for hockey programs, make payments, subscribe to communications, or otherwise interact with our services.
By using our website or registering for participation, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
Personal Information
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Mailing address
- Email address
- Phone number
- Parent or guardian contact information (for minor participants)
- Emergency contact name and phone number
Participation Information
- Skill level
- League/division registration information
- Team requests or preferences
- Participation history
Health & Safety Information
To support participant safety, we may collect:
- Relevant medical conditions
- Allergies
- Medication disclosures
- Fitness-to-participate acknowledgments
This information is collected solely for participant safety and operational purposes.
3. Payment Information
Payments are processed exclusively through Stripe.
We do not store complete payment card details on our servers.
Payment information is processed according to Stripe’s privacy practices:
4. Automatically Collected Information
We may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Operating system
- Referral source
- Website usage activity
- Cookie identifiers
- Analytics data
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We may use:
- Cookies
- Session cookies
- Analytics cookies
- Marketing pixels
- Remarketing technologies
- Conversion tracking tools
This may include:
- Google Analytics
- Google Ads
- Meta/Facebook advertising tools
- WooCommerce cookies
- Stripe-related session/payment technologies
These technologies help us:
- operate the website
- improve user experience
- analyze traffic
- measure advertising performance
- remarket services
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some functionality may be affected.
6. How We Use Information
We may use collected information to:
- process registrations
- verify participant eligibility
- communicate scheduling information
- send SMS notifications
- deliver marketing/promotional communications
- process payments
- enforce league policies
- administer participation
- support safety/emergency response
- improve our website
- prevent fraud
- comply with legal obligations
7. SMS Communications
By providing your phone number and consenting where required, you agree to receive SMS communications from Western Michigan Summer Hockey, including:
- schedule changes
- league notifications
- registration reminders
- promotional offers
- marketing messages
Message frequency may vary.
Standard carrier messaging/data rates may apply.
You may opt out by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting us directly.
8. Media Use
By participating, you acknowledge that photographs and video recordings may be taken during games, practices, league activities, or related events.
These materials may be used for:
- website content
- promotional materials
- social media
- advertising
- marketing campaigns
For minor participants, parental/guardian consent is required.
No compensation is owed for such usage unless explicitly agreed otherwise in writing.
9. Sharing of Information
We may share information with:
Service Providers
Including:
- Stripe
- hosting providers
- website management vendors
- analytics providers
- SMS communication providers
Legal Compliance
Where required by law, subpoena, court order, or regulatory obligation.
Safety/Emergency Situations
Where necessary to protect participant safety or respond to emergencies.
We do not sell your personal information.
10. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and operational safeguards.
However, no system can guarantee absolute security.
Use of online services is at your own risk.
11. Retention
We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary for:
- operational purposes
- safety management
- dispute resolution
- legal compliance
- business records
12. Minors
Participants aged 17 require parent or guardian consent.
We do not knowingly collect information from younger children without required parental authorization.
13. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain third-party links.
We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices.
14. Michigan Legal Rights
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Michigan.
15. Contact
Western Michigan Summer Hockey
15309 River Birch Court
Punta Gorda, FL 33955
United States
Email: christophe.fillion@gmail.com
Phone: 772-333-4487