Steps to Become an NSPL Coach Spring Season 2026

IN-HOUSE COACHES

Please follow all steps below - Approval to coach is granted only after following all steps and receiving the badge above from USA Softball.

Step 1: Submit the Coach Registration form found HERE. (scroll down to coach registration)

Step 2: Before beginning the certification steps below, be sure to reach out to the head of the division in which you would like to coach to make sure there is a spot. The number of coaches needed in each division changes from year to year.  

Step 3: USA Softball Background Check 

ALL coaches will be required to submit to background checks through USA Softball. (only Rebels coaches will be required to complete the ACE Education) - These background checks must be run through USA Softball regardless of any prior or current background checks. 

1. Go to the site and click Sign In (top right corner).
2. Click Create an Account.
3. Complete all required information and select Create Account.
4. Once your account is created, sign in using your email and password.
5. Click the Dashboard tab, then select My Family.
6. Your name will appear. To the right of your name you will see a Blue Compliance button — click it.
7. Click Background. A new screen for NCSI will open.
8. Complete the required information, enter your credit card information, and submit.

1. Follow the same steps above to access Blue Compliance.
2. Click SafeSport, which will take you directly to the federal SafeSport site.
3. Complete the NGB course.
4. Save a copy of your completion certificate.
5. Return to the compliance section and upload your certificate under SafeSport.

REBELS TRAVEL COACHES ONLY

Register as a Travel Coach in Team Snap - Link will be sent by division head.

ALL Rebels coaches will be required to be USA Softball/ACE certified. You will need to complete a background check, Safe Sport training and ACE training.