This allows us to capture all of your contact record information and keep track of your requirement expiration dates. The application is for coaches who did not start out as volunteers. 

Fill out the application HERE. 

Background checks are required for coaches 18 and older and must be completed every two years. You will be sent the link to submit a background check when yours has expired, or if you're new, you can submit a background check via the Volunteer Application. All background checks are free.

Coaches 18+ with a Sports and Recreation Organization are considered Mandated Reporters and are REQUIRED by state law to report suspected abuse and neglect of a youth.

To ensure you understand the law and how to report, our adult volunteers are REQUIRED to take the state’s Mandated Reporter training.

• CLICK HERE to take the CPS Mandated Reporter Training
  • Keep your certificate handy! You'll submit it in the next step, the Volunteer Application.
  • Completed the training after your application? Submit your certificate HERE. 

Want to know more about the law? Click on the two links below:

• Code of Virginia
• Administrative Code

Coaches are required by Virginia Law to have annual concussion training. Other specifics required by law are outlined in our Concussion Policy. We expect coaches to adhere to the guidance provided in our Concussion Policy.

Sportable's Concussion Policy coming soon!

Click HERE to view the Code of Virginia.

You are only required to take ONE of the below trainings every year:

• If you serve youth in programs you coach, please take the training HERE. 
• If you ONLY serve adults in the programs you coach, please take the training HERE.
• Submit your Concussion Training Certificate of Completion HERE.