All coaches (including high school) that are 18 years old prior to or on April 1, 2023 must complete the requirements below. Those coaches that will not be 18 years old by April 1, 2023 are strongly encouraged to complete the requirements.
Coaches must complete the RUTGERS Safety course. This is a one-time certification and is applicable if you were certified from another sport. If you are a new coach, please e-mail a copy of your Rutgers certification card to WYBASafety@gmail.com. Please note online course certification will be accepted this time.
All coaches must be certified every two years. Your CPR certification must be valid through the end of the season. Please e-mail a copy of the new or updated CRP certification card to WYBASafety@gmail.com. Please note online course certification will be accepted at this time.
Strongly encouraged for High School coaches
To find a local CPR/AED class - click here or Red Cross
Fingerprinting
Fingerprinting is MANDATORY for all adult coaches. This is a one-time certification as long as you have been fingerprinted after 2009. Please note that fingerprinting from other towns or agencies will not be accepted by the Warren Township Recreation Department. For instructions on fingerprinting please see the Warren Township site by clicking here.
Background check
This is an annual requirement that must be completed prior to each winter basketball season.
Results of your background check are kept confidential.
Concussion Training -
All coaches must complete online concussion training annually
Strongly encouraged for High School coaches
To access the concussion training site - click here
After completing the training, you will receive an e-mail certification. Please forward this e-mail to WYBASafety@gmail.com
High School Coaches -
WYBA allows for high school students to participate as coaches
All high school coaches must have a fully certified adult coach as a coach on their team
This adult coach MUST be present at all practices and games
Any questions, please direct them to: Bernie Duque, Director of Safety at
Proof of requirements is required prior to the first game
WYBA will reimburse coaches for requirement registration fees
Please scan & e-mail copies of all certifications or receipts for reimbursement to: wybasafety1@gmail.com or mail to: Warren Youth Basketball Association, PO Box 4533, Warren, New Jersey 07059
