Become a Coach

“A good coach will make his players see what they can be rather than what they are.”

– Ara Parasheghian

Head Coach Notre Dame, 2x National Champion

Photo Courtesy of Jenny Brinton and Samantha Alvarado

GVYF is looking for high quality coaches who can not only share their knowledge of the game, but also serve as exemplary role models to Grand Valley youth.

All coaches must complete the USA Football Youth Coach Certification. Click the image below to complete your certification now.

All coaches must pass criminal background check. Criminal background checks will be completed through NCSI (National Center for Safety Initiatives). After registering to coach, you will be provided with a link to complete your background check. GVYF will cover the expense of the background check. Please refer to the FAQs below for the criteria for an acceptable background check.

Do I have to pay for the USA Football Certification?

Yes, coaches are responsible for their own USA Football Certification. The current cost is $15. However, GVYF is paying for your background checks.

What is a satisfactory criminal background check?

To be eligible to coach with GVYF, your criminal background check cannot contain any felony charge/conviction in the last 7 years or any other charge/conviction involving a child.

I've coached before with GVYF, why do I need to provide all this information?

We have made an effort to standardize practices this season and ensure that everyone meets the same criteria to coach. Above all, our responsibilities as a league are to provide a safe and positive experience to the kids of the Grand Valley.

This also ensures that we have your correct information in our new system so that you have full access to your team through Crossbar once assigned.