Golden Hill, Little League International, and the State of California have established specific requirements for anyone wishing to serve as a volunteer. These requirements are in place to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants and maintain the integrity of the league. To be eligible to coach on the field this year, all volunteers must complete certain steps, including background checks, training, and certifications. Please take the time to carefully review the items listed below and complete them promptly so you can be fully prepared to contribute as a coach or volunteer. Your participation is crucial in helping us provide a safe and positive experience for all players.
Volunteer Registration (annually - all volunteers)
Required for all Managers, Assistant Coaches, Team Parents, Scorekeepers, Team Helpers, or anyone who may be on the field or in the dugout during practices, cage sessions, or games, Click on the link to take you to registration
JDP Background Check (annually - via email - all volunteers)
After submitting the GH Volunteer form, you will receive an email with instructions to complete the JDP background check.
Live Scan (one time - in person - managers & coaches)
California State Law (Assembly Bill 506) requires any adult volunteers who have 16 hours per month of contact with a youth to perform a Live Scan. Completing it for another organization does not fulfill this requirement for Golden Hill. Golden Hill provides free Live Scan for all volunteers before the Spring & Fall seasons begin.
Little League Abuse Awareness (annually - online - all volunteers)
All volunteers must complete the Abuse Awareness Training Course each year. Click the link to access.
CDC's "Heads Up" Concussion Training (one time - online - managers & coaches)
California Health & Safety Code (Section 124235) states that coach, et al. of the youth sports organization shall be required to successfully complete the concussion and head injury and sudden cardiac arrest prevention education offered at least once, either online or in person, before supervising an athlete in an activity of the youth sports organization. Click the link to access
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Training (one time - online - managers & coaches)
California Health & Safety Code (Section 124235) states that coach, et al. of the youth sports organization shall be required to successfully complete the concussion and head injury and sudden cardiac arrest prevention education offered at least once, either online or in person, before supervising an athlete in an activity of the youth sports organization. Click the link to access.
Little League Diamond Leader (one time - online - All-Star Coaches)
Provides coaches with an understanding of the impact that mental, social, and emotional well-being has in youth sports. While this is only required for All-Star managers & coaches per Little League, it is a valuable tool for even regular season coaches. Click the link to access.