Coach Registration

High Desert Baseball League is committed to providing a structured and competitive youth baseball experience in Durango. Our coaches play a critical role in player development, mentorship, and maintaining a positive team environment. Coach registration ensures proper communication, organization, and alignment with league standards for the upcoming season.

Coaches will work with players and families throughout Durango and the surrounding Four Corners region. Practices and games are held at local fields based on division and availability. Specific field assignments and season details will be communicated prior to the start of the season

Coaches are responsible for leading their teams during scheduled weekend games and coordinating with opposing teams as needed. Game schedules are established before the season begins, with occasional adjustments based on weather or field conditions.

Practice schedules are determined prior to the season and structured to support player development and team preparation. Coaches are expected to provide organized practices that focus on fundamentals, repetition, and competitive growth.

Players receive official High Desert Baseball League jerseys and hats as part of their registration. Coaches are responsible for maintaining team equipment, ensuring uniforms are distributed properly, and promoting professionalism during games and practices.

To ensure a safe and positive environment for all players, all coaches are required to complete a background check prior to participating in league activities. This process helps maintain the integrity of the program and reinforces our commitment to player safety and community trust.

Additional information regarding the background check process will be provided during registration.

High Desert Baseball League is committed to maintaining a safe, structured, and positive environment for all players. All coaches are required to complete the following safety and education requirements prior to participating in league activities.

Concussion Training

Coaches must complete an approved concussion education course and upload proof of completion during the registration process.

General concussion information is available through the CDC Heads Up initiative:

https://www.cdc.gov/headsup/index.html

Approved Concussion Training Course:

https://www.train.org/cdctrain/course/1089818/details

Certification of completion is required before the season begins.

Bullying, Hazing, and Inappropriate Behaviors Training

Protecting student-athletes extends beyond the field. Coaches are required to complete the NFHS course titled:

Bullying, Hazing, and Inappropriate Behaviors

This course addresses inappropriate relationships, harassment, hazing, bullying, and the responsibilities coaches carry in today’s environment, including digital and social media awareness.

Course link:

https://nfhslearn.com/courses/bullying-hazing-and-inappropriate-behaviors

Instructions:

• Select your state

• Create or sign into your NFHS account

• Complete the course

• Save your certificate of completion

A copy of certification emailed to admin@highdesertbaseball.org prior to coaching.

If you have completed comparable training for another sport or organization within the past 24 months, you may email that to our administration.