Inglewood Sentinels Football and Cheer Volunteer Application

EXPERIENCE:
Have you previously Coached for a youth football program?   Yes   No   

If yes, please indicate when:      

If yes, please indicate name of team      

Position you are applying for:   Head Coach   Assistance Coach    Team AD*         

REFERENCES:
PLEASE PROVIDE THE NAMES of 3 SPORTS‐RELATED REFERENCES:
(Returning Coaches Skip this step)

First Name   Last Name   Area Code   Phone Number   

First Name   Last Name   Area Code   Phone Number   

First Name   Last Name   Area Code   Phone Number     

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Coaching Application Policy – Inglewood Sentinels Youth Football & Cheer

All Head Coach and Assistant Coach positions must be voted on and approved annually by the Inglewood Sentinels Board.

All submitted applications will be retained by the league for the duration of the season and will remain strictly confidential. All Head Coach and Assistant Coach selections made by the Inglewood Sentinels Youth Football & Cheer Board are final. Any protest or appeal must be handled in accordance with the Inglewood Sentinels By-Laws.

Only fully completed applications will be considered.
While not limited to the following, the Board may consider several factors when reviewing applications, including:
~Cooperation and communication with the league
~A genuine desire to work with and mentor children
~Prior coaching and/or Team Manager experience
~A positive history with Inglewood Sentinels Youth Football & Cheer
~Conduct and sportsmanship at past games and practices
~Willingness to dedicate time and effort to the children of the league

Background Check Requirement

For the safety and protection of all participants, all Head Coaches, Assistant Coaches, Team Managers, and volunteers who have direct contact with players must successfully complete a background check prior to the start of the season.
The background check may include, but is not limited to:
~Criminal history review
~Sex offender registry screening
~Verification of identity

The Inglewood Sentinels Board reserves the right to deny or revoke coaching approval based on background check results or any information deemed to be inconsistent with the safety and best interests of the children in the program.
Failure to complete or pass the required background check will result in automatic disqualification from coaching or volunteer duties.

Coach Code of Conduct

All coaches and volunteers are expected to represent Inglewood Sentinels Youth Football & Cheer with integrity, professionalism, and respect at all times.
Coaches must agree to the following standards:
Treat all players, parents, officials, and opposing teams with respect and sportsmanship
Provide a safe, positive, and encouraging environment for all participants
Promote teamwork, discipline, and character development
Refrain from the use of abusive language, intimidation, or unsportsmanlike behavior
Follow all league rules, policies, and safety guidelines
Avoid any conduct that may negatively reflect on the league or its participants
The Inglewood Sentinels Board reserves the right to discipline, suspend, or remove any coach or volunteer whose conduct is deemed detrimental to the league or its participants.