Saginaw Youth Sports Volunteer Coach’s Card

Name:		Date of Birth:			Social Security Number
Address:		Phone #:			Gender:
What sport(s) would you like to coach?
Which school & grade(s) would you like to coach?
List any special interest areas, skills, or hobbies you may have which might be useful in doing the coaching you prefer:
List any previous experience you have had working with children (parents, camp, church, scouts, etc.)
Do you have a valid Michigan Driver’s License?	Yes		No	If yes, driver’s license number:
Have you been convicted of a crime?	Yes		No	If yes, for what offense?
Is there a possible conviction pending?	Yes		No	If yes, for what offense?
In case of an emergency, notify:						Phone

I have read and understand the Youth Sports Code of Ethics for Coaches on this form. My signature indicates my willingness to abide by the Rules and Code of Ethics. I give my permission for a criminal background check to be conducted. I have read and understand the Saginaw Youth Sports Rules of the sport(s) that I am requesting to coach. I will abide by these Rules and the decisions of the program supervisors.

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Saginaw Youth Sports Code of Ethics For Volunteer Coaches

1. I will treat each individual (player, opposing coach, official, parent and administrator) with respect and dignity.

2. I will do my best to learn the fundamental skills, rules, teaching techniques and strategies of my sport.

3. I understand that the first and foremost premise of the youth sports program is participation, therefore:

• All children who wish to play should be allowed to participate.

• The game is not about winning, but about learning the sport.

• The number one goal of sports is to ensure that students have fun.

4. I will uphold the authority of officials who are assigned to the contests in which I coach, and I will assist them in every way to conduct a fair and impartial competitive contest.

5. I will learn the strengths and weaknesses of my players in order that I might place them into situations where they have a maximum opportunity to achieve success.

6. I will conduct my practices and games so that all players have an opportunity to improve their skill level through active participation.

7. I will communicate to my players and their parents/guardians the rights and responsibilities of individuals on my team.

8. I will cooperate with administrators, building principals and program staff in the enforcement of deadlines, team fees and any rules and regulations.

9. I pledge to remain drug, alcohol and tobacco free, while working with my team and I further pledge to promote the drug free policies of the School District with my team.

10. I will protect the health and safety of my players by insisting that all activities under my control are conducted for their psychological and physiological welfare, rather than for the vicarious interests of adults.

Please sign on the information part of this form to indicate your willingness to abide by this Code of Ethics.