Background Screenings

Background screenings are an important

part of USASF ' s athlete protection

protocol. The USASF collaborates with JDP as our trusted partner to conduct annual background screenings for individuals who are 18 years of age and older. Only individuals who receive green light determinations and complete all other membership requirements are considered for membership. This requirement applies to club owners, coaches, volunteers, non-coaching staff and adult athletes associated with a club.

Abuse Prevention Education

Background screenings conducted through JDP

Athlete protection remains central

to the USASF’ s commitment to

fostering a safe and supportive

environment for All Star

athletes. Through policies,

education and proactive

safety initiatives, the USASF

works to help ensure the

well-being of athletes

2024-25 U. S. ALL STAR FEDERATION ANNUAL REPORT

The USASF provides members with an abuse prevention program that includes personalized training, materials and resources. The goal is to educate, empower and raise awareness among all stakeholders: athletes, parents, coaches, club owners, event producers, safety officials and partners. Our training is relevant to each USASF member type to help them: 1) minimize the risk of child sexual abuse and misconduct; 2) recognize the warning signs of possible abuse; and 3) know how to respond to suspicions or known abuse.

Adult members completed abuse prevention training:

club owners, coaches, personnel, legality officials, event producers

Adult athletes and athletes turning

18 during the

competition season

completed abuse

prevention training

2024-25 Season

both on and off the

competition floor.

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