Reporting bullying in youth sports

In youth sports, concerns usually go to a coach, then a club or league director, then the organization's safety contact or national governing body. Document it the same way you would for a school.

1. 1

   Document each incident

   Date, place, who was involved, what was said or done, witnesses, and any evidence.

2. 2

   Report in writing

   To the coach and the program or club director — email creates a timestamp.

3. 3

   Ask for the policy and the plan

   Request the organization's anti-bullying / conduct policy and the steps it will take.

4. 4

   Escalate if it isn't resolved

   To the league or the national governing body's safety contact.