updated as of July 2019

 

 

ALL COACHES MUST DO THE FOLLOWING AFTER SEPTEMBER 1, 2019

- Follow instructions on our online SafeSport tab ~ Click Here

- Read USA membership agreement ~ Click Here

- Complete DYS supplemental requirements ~ Click Here

- Follow instructions for USA Wrestling background screening ~ Click Here

- Ensure that all DYS coaches and assistant coaches completed background checks

- Avoid lengthy periods of time alone with minors

- Have another adult present when substantive discussions commence

- Report abuse within 24 hours in accordance with USA Wrestling SafeSport training

Background checks are required for the following persons

- All head coaches

- All assistant coaches

USA coach cards are required for the following persons:

- Head coaches obtain a USA coach card after completing the background check

- No more than two assistant coaches after completing the background check

Notes

- Background checks are conducted privately by USA Wrestling affiliate companies

- DYS management are not involved in the background investigation process

- DYS reimburses background checks for coaches that are successfully completed

- DYS reimburses coach cards for two assistant coaches in each room as designated by the head coach