As we finalize the policies enacted by the US Center for Safe Sport, we need to inform Kansas wrestling clubs of a requirement that is a part of the SafeSport Handbook.

Regarding minor athletes / parents: Each chartered club shall, subject to parental consent, annually offer and give training to members who are minors regarding prevention and reporting of child abuse. Each club shall track:
1) The description of the training offered;
2) The date the training was offered and given; and
3) A description of how the training was offered and given.
(source: http://content.themat.com/USAWrestlingSafeSportHandbook.pdf, Section III, page 24)

Clubs should provide this training to their membership. Training can be found here: https://athletesafety.org/training/index

Each chartered club needs to document that this training has been offereded to members. Club directors or officers can do so by following these steps:
--> Log into your membership profile at www.usawmembership.com
--> Click on "Manage" and then "Clubs"
--> Click on "Manage Club"
--> On the left menu, click "SafeSport"
--> Enter the Communication Date and then select "Email" in the type drop-down box
--> Copy and paste your email in the "Notes" field
--> Click "Log Communication"

Our goal is to have as many clubs as possible offer this training to their members. You need to have offered it at least twice during the season.

Contact me at bovairdr@usd416.org if you have any questions. Thank you, and best of luck this season!