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Florida generates more calls to our office than any other state. Club directors, league presidents and sanctioning body administrators have been asking the same question since last spring, which is whether this actually applies to them and what they are supposed to do...

This is a conversation that comes up frequently with our clients and it usually always starts the same way: somebody on the board read an article, and now wants to know why the program is not fingerprinting its coaches. It is usually framed as though fingerprinting is...

One of the questions that we are asked more than any other is some version of whether a state actually requires background checks for youth sports programs, or whether the program has just been doing it because it seemed like the right thing to do. It comes from parks...

The New Reality of Volunteer Coaching Youth sports have always run on volunteers. Parents, neighbors, former athletes, community members who show up because they genuinely want to help. For a long time, that was enough. These days it isn't. Families are asking harder...

Why a Real Coach Background Check Matters Parents trust youth sports organizations with something priceless: their children. That trust is built on more than good coaching and a positive team culture. It depends on knowing that every adult on the field has been...

A New Era of Safety in Youth Sports Youth sports have always been about more than just the game. They teach kids how to work together, handle adversity, and push through challenges. But underneath all of that, there's something that has to come first: making sure...

Why Do Parks & Rec Departments Need Background Checks? Public parks are invaluable in our communities, providing peaceful retreats for recreation and leisure activities. These spaces are cherished for their ability to enhance community well-being, and they must...

Why Do City Leagues Need Background Checks? Youth sports are a fundamental part of community engagement. They promote physical health and social and emotional development in young people. City leagues organize these sports activities. They are trusted with the...

Background checks are crucial for organizations to assess potential employees, volunteers, or tenants. They help verify a person's identity and background, ensuring the organization's safety and security. This post will explain how background checks work, what...