Welcome Coaches!Whether you’re a veteran coach or new to coaching, Bonita Buccaneers Youth Football and Cheer is always looking for volunteers that are passionate about teaching the game. Here at BYFC we understand coaches have the potential to change lives, that’s why ALL interested will be interviewed by our experienced staff of Coach Directors and will have to submit to a background check.
Coaching Requirements: All persons desiring to be a coach must meet the following criteria prior to applying for a coaching position within any league:
- Head Coach applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
- Assistant Coach applicants must be at least 18 years old and a High School Graduate or hold a G.E.D. Certificate.
- Applicant must complete an SDYFCC coaching application.
- Applicants are subject to interview by Board of Directors in league they are applying to.
- Head Coaches must have a current “live” CPR and First Aid card (Online certification is not allowed).
- Applicants must complete USA Football Online Training Course (Level -1 minimum for new coaches. Returning USA Football online members may complete the Recertification Course or any other Level Course within USA Football) (http://usafootball.com/coaching-education).
- Applicants must complete either the CDC Online Concussion Awareness Training (http://www.cdc.gov/concussion/HeadsUp/youth.html) or NFHS Concussion In Sports (https://nfhslearn.com/courses/38000). Both courses are free.
- Applicants must complete 1 live coaches clinic hosted by a Varsity Football staff. [FALL SEASON ONLY – not required for Spring]
- All applicants are subject to a background check. All applicants will be required to submit requested information requested by a “background check service” to conduct a local, sex-offenders, and nation-wide criminal history check.
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