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‘Random people coaching on the field’: Barely half of NORD youth sports coaches were vetted last year, OIG says — Photo by Fr

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Youth Sports Coaching Scandal: 3 Parent Moves to Protect

Only 53% of youth sports coaches have passed basic background checks, according to the latest OIG audit, and parents can safeguard their children by (1) verifying coach vetting, (2) confirming coach education, and (3) staying actively involved in safety protocols. Youth Sports Coaching: The Vetting Crisis Revealed In my experience

‘Random people coaching on the field’: Barely half of NORD youth sports coaches were vetted last year, OIG says — Photo by Br

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Parents Rally vs League Inaction, Protecting Youth Sports Coaching

Parents Rally vs League Inaction, Protecting Youth Sports Coaching Nearly 50% of league coaches were never vetted in 2023, and parents have become the unexpected catalysts for change by demanding stricter safety standards. The OIG report’s stark findings sparked a wave of grassroots advocacy that is now reshaping youth