Steps to Become an NSPL Coach Spring Season 2023

Step 1: Submit the Coach Registration form found HERE.

Step 2: USA Softball/ACE certification.

ALL coaches will be required to be USA Softball/ACE certified. This is a three-step process that is not as daunting as it initially seems and can all be done from your computer.  You will need to complete a background check, Safe Sport training and ACE training.

1. 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.
2. Click here to register at USA Softball
3. Begin the Background Check process by entering all required information.  (Instructions are available via the ACE Registration Step-by-Step button below)
4. Request the Background with ACE Exam - it is $28
5. Once your background check has cleared you can submit your Safe Sport and ACE training.  FYI - Safe Sport will ask you for your USA # - it is the membership # under your name on the USA Softball site.
6. After completion of all three steps, you will receive an email with the subject "Congratulations on becoming ACE Educated" and a badge that is required for all coaches.
   • The badge will say Volunteer Coach Educated - see photo above
7. Please forward the completion email or photo of your badge to Safety@nsplsoftball.com and your division head
8. Links to helpful information are below
9. If you have any questions or problems with the process, please contact Safety@nsplsoftball.com