Be a Coach
It starts with that question, “Why can’t YOU be my coach?” There are so many reasons you could say no – work’s hectic, you’re overscheduled, you’ve never coached before. But here’s the thing – we were all there once. Every coach at OHYSA is a volunteer, and we all started with the one big reason to say yes – someone asked. OHYSA actively seeks volunteer coaches each year. And we provide the necessary tools to get even beginner coaches up to speed for a team of players waiting to be coached.
To become a coach submit a Volunteer Application, then read the information below and complete all appropriate requirements. Please note: final selection of Head Coaches and Priority Assistants is at the discretion of the Baseball and Softball Committees.
It is the responsibility of the coach to have familiarity with our Blue Book, rules and procedures specific to OHYSA. All OHYSA volunteers must also sign the Release and Waiver of Liability.
Steps to be an Oak hill Coach
In addition to offsetting the cost of our volunteer security measures, Association Membership gives you a voice and a vote on matters important to OHYSA. Don’t like a Blue Book rule? Only Association Members can submit changes. Interested in casting a ballot at the next election? You can if you’re a member. Meetings are held monthly by schedule or at the discretion of the Board if necessary.
Who: REQUIRED of Board Members, Commissioners, Head Coaches and Priority Assistants and ANY ON FIELD, IN DUGOUT, OR BADGED VOLUNTEER. Dues are non-refundable once paid.
Cost: $15 per calendar year (Jan to Dec)
How: Pay your Membership dues at https://ohysa.square.site
Childrens’ safety is priority number one. Because of this, we require that all volunteers that interact on the field with our children pass background checks.
WHO: Head Coaches, Priority Assistants, on field coaching staff, adult umpires, Board Members, Commissioners, Concession Directors. Volunteers passing background check in a Spring season do not need to submit a new form in the following Fall season.
COST: included with Association Dues and for some WeeBall parents (refer to WeeBall information)
HOW: Submit your information and photo online at
https://idcards.fullidentity.com/OakHillYouthSports/Main_OakHillYouth.aspx
IMPORTANT: Please use a desktop for this submission and if you do not immediately receive an email, check your spam folder. One email address per coach. Also, there is a known issue with mac.com, me.com, and att.net addresses
Mandatory meeting or clinic for Head Coaches and Priority Assistants as required by the Board.
Training opportunities are provided throughout the year to improve your abilities and help you with questions or issues that may arise. Coaching clinics and training events bring our volunteers together with specialists and professionals that can help fill in any gaps in their coaching experience.
WHO: RECOMMENDED of Head Coaches, Priority Assistants, other coaching staff
COST: No cost to approved volunteers
HOW: Coaches clinics and training sessions are scheduled throughout the pre-season. Please visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact our Director of Training directly for more information.