Family Resources
Welcome sports families! Whether you are new or have played sports with us before, use this page as a map to help orient you to the B&GC Athletic Department. Please browse this page for our Parent/Guardian Guide, safety information, and other resources to help support you this season.
How to Become a Parent Helper
Would you like to be involved with your player’s team, but aren’t able to take on being a coach? Parent Helpers lend a hand to coaches with things like team communication or snacks. Talk with your coach about taking on this role and then follow the steps below!
1. Fill out this volunteer application, including a copy of a photo ID. We’ll run annual state and national background checks. Volunteering with the B&GC is contingent upon passing both background checks.
2. Read, sign, and return the Coaches Code of Conduct.
3. Email all documents to athletics@whatcomclubs.org, stating the sport and age division for which you are applying. You can also bring in all documents to either our Bellingham or Ferndale offices.
Parent Resources – General
Below are some resources we have gathered that we recommend to all sports parents who want to know more about how to support their kids.
Parent Resources – Positive Coaching Alliance
10 Tips for FIRST TIME Sports Parents
5 Ways to Talk to Your Athlete – Aspen Institute
Doc Rivers on Sports Parenting
Youth Athlete Safety
At Boys & Girls Clubs, safety is our number one priority! Below is some information on how we keep kids safe, and what you can do to help keep your athlete healthy and active.
Concussions
Concussion Fact Sheet for Youth Sports Parents
Heads Up Concussion Information for Parents
Hydration & Heat Illnesses
Injury Prevention
Abuse Prevention
