Although there was not much she could do, she did contact the Glen Burnie Gold's regarding the matter and sent me a copy of their response. In the meantime, as I later discovered, the collection agency pulled my credit report. I believe this was an illegal act since they had my correct address and phone number. Anyhow, I have told all involved that at this point I will not pay anything and I am sure this is not over yet. Tim's advice is right on target and it applies not only to Gold's but to everyone with whom you enter into a written contract.
Contracts are legally binding and oral promises mean nothing.
Simple as that. I did not join the Club, just the b-ball league. I was placed on a team whereby none of us knew each other. The fine would be spread out amongst the offending team. I called the club and spoke to the GM, David C. and expressed my dissatisfaction to the fine, which was never explained to me when my money was taken and the fact that my phone number and name were mailed to people I didn't know and without my permission.