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IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR HLL BASEBALL VOLUNTEERS

Additional Training Requirements: Online Safety Awareness & First Aid Training

Little League International has updated the annual safety and first aid training process. Instead of attending ​a scheduled virtual meeting in March​ as we have done in the past, you can now complete ​the coursework at your own pace online.​ They have separated the annual "safety/first aid" course into two sections as noted below. 

To coach this season​ in our program, volunteers must complete the following three training courses found at​: https://www.littleleague.org/university/training/ 

1. Abuse Awareness Course​ (Registration Deadline: 2/20/26)
2. Safety Awareness Course​ (Deadline: 2/27/26)
3. First Aid Awareness Course​ (Deadline: 2/27/26)

Upon completion, please upload ​the abuse awareness course certificate to your account on the Blue Sombrero portal​ as initially planned before the registration deadline. ​We'll receive notification from Little League International once you've completed the other training. We recommend that you also download and save all training certificates in a safe place in case needed. 

Also note that LLI requires all new volunteers entering our program to complete a "one time" Diamond Leader Training, which can also be located at the online link noted above. Returning volunteers/coaches DO NOT have to retake this specific course annually. We're also notified by LLI when candidates have completed this course.

Please ensure these courses are completed by February 27 to allow for seamless team ​placements.​ We've given everyone a little extra time for the additional courses to be completed. Failure to complete the requirements on time will postpone your involvement in the league.

Note: volunteers must complete these courses to be considered as a coach for an All Star team. 

For questions or assistance: hobokenlittleleaguebaseball@gmail.com

IMPORTANT UPDATE 

2026 Mandatory Abuse Awareness Course for Volunteers

(NEW GUIDELINES)

Note From Little League International: The safety and well-being of all participants in the Little League® program are our top priority. Volunteers play a vital role in ensuring a fun, memorable, and safe experience every year. All volunteers are required to complete the Little League Abuse Awareness Course annually. Little League International is proud to announce the launch of the NEW Little League Abuse Awareness Course, which replaces previous programs offered through third-party organizations like USA Baseball. It is specifically tailored to the Little League program and designed to provide a simpler, more effective learning experience for our volunteers.

COURSE OVERVIEW:

• The course takes approximately 45 minutes to complete
• Upon finishing, participants will receive a certificate, which must be downloaded and then uploaded to Blue Sombrero during registration
• Volunteers (new and returning) need to take the course BEFORE completing their registration on Blue Sombrero

Returning volunteers can begin completing the course now, so it’s ready before registration opens. HLL registration will be opening in late January - more information will be announced soon. In the meantime, the course, can be completed through the Little League training portal at LittleLeague.org/Training

Quick Instructions:

Visit LittleLeague.org/Training

1. Sign in or create an account
2. Select the option for the "Abuse Awareness Course"
3. Follow instructions to complete the course (approx 45 mins) & take the exam to receive a certificate upon completion
4. Download and save the completion certificate in a safe place
5. Once registration opens, upload the certificate directly to Blue Sombrero before finalizing registration

Important Reminder: This year, certificates must be directly uploaded to Blue Sombrero, per new Little League International guidelines.