Terms Of Service
Midwest Challenger League — Terms of Service
Effective Date: 7/20/2025 Last Updated: 7/20/2025
Welcome to the Midwest Challenger League (MCL) — a regional League of Legends competition built to develop top-tier talent and grow community across the Midwest. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your participation in and interaction with MCL’s platforms and competitions. By registering, playing in, or engaging with MCL, you agree to the following Terms.
1. League Scope & Eligibility
1.1 League Scope
The MCL is focused on serving the U.S. Midwest region, including states like Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, and others. However, Split 1 (August–September 2025) is a pilot season exclusive to Minnesota-based players and teams. Future seasons will expand to broader Midwest eligibility.
1.2 Player Eligibility
To participate in Split 1, players must:
Reside in Minnesota, or
Be currently enrolled in a Minnesota-based college or university
Be 16 years or older
Hold at least a Platinum IV Solo Queue rank on the NA server
Be on a team with an average Solo Queue rank of Diamond IV or higher
Verification of residency, age, rank, and student status may be requested.
2. Registration Requirements
2.1 Team Rosters
Each team must submit a 5-player starting roster
Up to 2 substitute players may be included
One player must serve as Team Captain and handle league communication
Rosters must be finalized before the lock date. Late substitutions may be permitted with admin approval.
2.2 Free Agents
Players without a team may register as free agents. While MCL may facilitate introductions, placement is not guaranteed.
2.3 Account Integrity
All players must use their own, verified League of Legends accounts
No smurfing, account sharing, or boosting allowed
Submitted in-game names (IGNs) must match accounts used in matches
3. Code of Conduct
3.1 Expected Behavior
Show respect toward teammates, opponents, staff, and community members
Maintain punctuality and good communication
Foster a competitive, positive environment
3.2 Prohibited Conduct
Harassment, toxicity, discrimination, or hate speech
Cheating, scripting, or exploiting game mechanics
Match-fixing, win-trading, or ghosting
Defaming the league, staff, or other players
Consequences range from warnings to suspensions, forfeits, or permanent bans.
4. League Format & Rules
Regular Season: 8 teams in a double round robin (Best-of-1) over 4 weeks
Match Days: Two games Friday, two games Saturday
Playoffs: Top 4 teams advance to single-elimination Best-of-3
Finals: Best-of-5 using Fearless Draft (no champion repeats for each team)
Detailed match rules, schedules, and seeding will be available on the website and Discord.
5. Media & Content Rights
5.1 League Broadcast
By participating, you grant MCL the right to:
Stream and record all matches
Use your IGN, voice, gameplay, and interviews for promotional content
Upload match footage to YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, and other platforms
5.2 Player Content
You may stream or create your own content (e.g., POV streams, highlights) if it does not interfere with official broadcasts or conflict with sponsors.
5.3 Intellectual Property
MCL owns all league branding, VODs, and official media
Players retain personal content rights and team branding, unless otherwise agreed
6. Prizing & Compensation
Prizes (if available) will be awarded to Team Captains or team representatives
Valid ID or tax forms may be required
Prize pools may vary based on funding or sponsorship
Non-compliance may void prize eligibility
7. Community Guidelines
By using MCL websites, Discord, and communication platforms, you agree not to:
Spam or share malicious content
Post inappropriate, illegal, or offensive material
Advertise competing events without permission
Harass or impersonate other users or staff
Violations may lead to account suspension or league bans.
8. Rule Changes & Cancellations
MCL reserves the right to:
Update formats, rules, or schedules
Delay or cancel events due to technical or emergency situations
Adjust participant eligibility or structure mid-season if necessary
Participants will be notified of major changes via Discord and email.
9. Limitation of Liability
MCL is not liable for:
Game server issues or Riot API errors
Hardware or internet failures
Time or financial costs related to participation
Content shared by third parties on league platforms
Players participate at their own risk.
10. Governing Law
This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota. All disputes must be resolved under Minnesota jurisdiction, after a good-faith effort at internal mediation.
11. Contact Information
For questions, disputes, or feedback, please contact:
📧 Email: mnbradybusiness@gmail.com
🌐 Website: https://midwestchallengerleague.com
💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/UxVJ8QtQRF
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