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Coaching Interest Form

  1. Coaches Interest Form

    Thank you for your interest in volunteering to be a coach or assistant coach for the City of Oak Harbor, Department of Parks and Recreation!  Our  sports programs are made possible by passionate volunteer coaches who have chosen to give back the our community, and we appreciate your time and effort in helping build a better sports community for the City of Oak Harbor.

  2. Have you ever coached in a City of Oak Harbor Parks and Recreation Program?*
  3. Experience level:
  4. I am interested in becoming a:*
  5. Do you have any children playing in the program?*

    *Note: Coaches' children will automatically be placed together with parent coach.

  6. Coaching Responsibilities*

    1. A coach is expected to provide a fun, supportive and safe environment for all of the players, coaches and officials involved in the program.  The City of Oak Harbor Parks and Recreation Department aims to provide a positive learning experience for all players involved and our coaches are the front lines in making sure our youth athletes feel comfortable and enjoy their time with us.

    2. A coach should ensure all players are getting the coaching that they need to improve.  This means working with players of all ability levels in an effort to improve their skills and understanding of the game while also encouraging team participation with emphasis on finding roles for all involved players.

    3. A coach is responsible for making sure all players and their families are aware of all team activities.  It is highly encouraged to get volunteer help from the parents but a coach should ensure that the team knows when and where games and practices are as well as any additional league events.

    4. A coach is expected to know the rules of the game and agree to follow them.  Rules are provided by the league and any questions on rules will be clarified by league officials. 

    5. A coach above all is a role model to the youth athletes in the league.  A good coach can have a positive impact on all participants, including opposing players.  All coaches should always display good sportsmanship and lead all players and spectators by supporting all players and accepting the decisions of league officials. 

    6. Equipment will be provided by the league for coaches to be successful.  Coaches are responsible for care of league equipment and return of the equipment at the end of the season.

    7. Coaches will help in the distribution of uniforms, team pictures and trophies.  Any items that are not collected by the appropriate family or are extra should be returned to the league for the appropriate distribution.

  7. Coaches Code of Conduct*

    1. I will provide a safe and fun playing environment for all participants and spectators.

    2. I will place the emotional and physical well-being of all players ahead of any desire to win.

    3. I will be a good role model and lead by example in demonstrating fair play and good sportsmanship to all participants involved.

    4. I will learn the rules and teach them to my players so our team can play by the rules and fairly compete to the best of our ability. 

    5. I will accept all decisions made by league officials and will be a good example of how to react to officials calls, even if I disagree with them.

    6. I will treat all participants, spectators and officials with respect.

    7. I will remember that we are here to provide a positive experience for all players and that the main focus at all times should be on the players safety and enjoyment of the sport.

    8. I will provide a sports environment that is free of drugs, tobacco and alcohol and I will refrain from their use at all practices and league events.

    9. I will discuss the importance of good sportsmanship and proper conduct with my team’s players and spectators.

  8. Electronic Signature Agreement*

    By checking the "I agree" box below, you agree and acknowledge that 1) your application will not be signed in the sense of a traditional paper document, 2) by signing in this alternate manner, you authorize your electronic signature to be valid and binding upon you to the same force and effect as a handwritten signature, and 3) you may still be required to provide a traditional signature at a later date.

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