Protect sport: Blow the whistle on abuse and misconduct
Protect sport: Blow the whistle on abuse and misconduct Safer, more respectful settings benefit everyone, officials included Referees and officials see sport in a way that most cannot. They know where to look, and what to look for. They see the game within the game, the big picture and the tiny details, the forest and the trees. It’s a unique …
Athletes Come First at Chaparral Wrestling Club
Athletes Come First at Chaparral Wrestling Club The U.S. Center for SafeSport believes every athlete should be safe, supported, and strengthened through sport. The Center works toward this vision by providing diverse training, tools, and resources to create sport settings free of abuse and misconduct. Chaparral Wrestling Club, a Colorado affiliate of USA Wrestling, has bought into this vision. Coaches …
How Coaches and Parents Can Be Allies for Officials
How Coaches and Parents Can Be Allies for Officials Officials and referees love the game. They dedicate time and energy to take training so they can understand the rules—and stay up to date on changes to those rules over time. What’s more, many sports depend on officials to run the field or court alongside the players, making sure every play …
Olympic Games Symposium
United Globally for Athlete Safety Olympic Safeguarding Symposium February 11, 2026 in Milan, Italy The U.S. Center for SafeSport hosted a Symposium, United Globally for Athlete Safety, during the 2026 Olympic Games in Milan, Italy. The event brought together leaders in athlete safeguarding for a collaborative, international conversation on best practices and lessons learned. Welcome and Overview of the U.S. Center …
Athlete Safety Compliance
Athlete Safety Compliance Safeguarding Audit Reports and Corrective Actions The Center will conduct at least 1 audit of the USOPC and all Organizations under USOPC jurisdiction every calendar year. The tables below contain audit reports for years 2026 and 2025 (there is a hyperlink for 2021 – 2024) listing each National Governing Body (NGB) subject to Center audits. The Final …
Paralympic Games Symposium
United Globally for Athlete Safety The U.S. Center for SafeSport is hosting a Symposium, United Globally for Athlete Safety, during the 2026 Paralympic Games in Cortina, Italy. The in-person event will be an opportunity for leaders in athlete safeguarding to come together for a collaborative, international conversation on best practices and lessons learned. Paralympic Safeguarding Symposium Cortina, Italy March 11 from …
Milano Cortina
For Every Athlete, Every Moment Athlete safety and well-being are at the heart of the Games. When all of us are united against abuse, we’re united for safer sport, deeper passion, and inspiring dreams. We’re united in protecting athletes—from their first run down the mountain to the highest stakes, on the biggest stage. For Every Athlete, Every Moment Athlete safety …
How to Set a Positive Vibe and Tone on Your Team
How to Set a Positive Vibe and Tone on Your Team Whether your season just ended or you’re preparing for spring kickoff, the end of the year is an ideal time for coaches to pause and reflect on what’s gone well, what hasn’t, and what you can change in the future. While it might be tempting to focus on the …
“Could my kid be the bully?” Four Steps to Changing the Cultural Narrative Around Bullying
“Could my kid be the bully?” Four Steps to Changing the Cultural Narrative Around Bullying Prevention Education Series The goal of this series is to bridge the gap between prevention education theory with on-the-ground practice. Take a second and reflect on articles you’ve read about preventing bullying, or newsletters sent home from school about bullying prevention efforts. Chances are that …
Article 4: How to Safely Communicate with Minor Athletes
Texting, Emailing, Social Media, and Sport Apps: How to Safely Communicate with Minor Athletes via Electronic Communications Coaches, volunteers, sport administrators, and other Adult Participants1 often need to communicate with athletes to share important information regarding practices, games, and team updates. To make sure these electronic interactions remain safe, the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP) set requirements and guidelines …