Participation Requirements

RISK MANAGEMENT: Background Checks and Participation Requirements


Any person that will interact with players in VYSO (including, but not limited to, coaches, assistant coaches, trainers, managers, assistant managers, board members, employees, other volunteer roles) must complete the following required steps:

Register in GotSport (select program) or LeagueApps (REC program)
Submit Background Check
Upload a passport-style photo into GotSport account
Complete the CDC Heads Up Concussion Training Module
Complete the SafeSport Training Module or Refresher

Team Officials (coach, assistant coach, trainer, manager, assistant manager) must also be approved by the Board of Directors after completion of the steps listed above.

Link: STYSA Risk Management information: https://www.stxsoccer.org/risk-management
Link: STYSA Background Check Standards: https://www.stxsoccer.org/background-check-standards

SAFESPORT
The requirement for individuals to complete the SafeSport Training has been mandated by the following organizations:

Victoria Youth Soccer Organization (VYSO)
WDDOA (league our competitive teams play in)
South Texas Youth Soccer Association (STYSA)
US Youth Soccer Association (USYS)
US Soccer Federation (USSF)
United States Federal Government: Safe Sport Act