Coaches’ Testimonials
“I have gone through other training programs and I think the NCSS PREPARE course is more relevant, more hands-on and practical. I know I'd not hesitate a bit if I found someone having trouble, on or off the field, after completing this training. I would like to see this type of education become more of a coaching requirement and less left up to the individual coach. I compare it to needing a law that requires people to wear their seatbelt while riding in a car. It is a no-brainer.” —Brent Spomer, Competitive Soccer Coach, Colorado
“The PREPARE course was a direct, no-nonsense presentation that gave me the information I needed in a quick and efficient manner.” —Pat Brown, Assistant Competitive Soccer Coach U19 Girls, Treasurer for Enid Soccer Club
“I found the course very user friendly. It was very quick and informative, a simple and basic course every coach should take. I think too many coaches aren't really prepared in the case of an injury that may be life threatening, but every situation can be handled if coach stays calm and recognizes the signs and symptoms that may be occurring. I think we as coaches don't stop and think that kids can have serious complications and their bodies react quicker than adults due to their smaller size. I hope your organization expands on it's offerings and go a little more in depth on emergency situations that may occur on the sporting fields.” —Bill Hawkins, Ohio
“PREPARE is a great course to take, whether your a sports parent, a sports coach, or in sports yourself. The Benefits of PREPARE are beneficial and a lifesaver in everyday life.” —Julissa Chargois, Youth Girls Cheerleading, Volunteer Coach, Louisiana
“PREPARE is a real "Must Have" for everyone involved in our program. We as a "coaching staff and team" will adopt this program.” —Greg Zavala, 1996 USA Wrestling Olympic Greco- Coaching Staff, 2004 Olympic Training Camp Greco- Staff
“PREPARE is an excellent online course for college and university athletic coaching education, athletic training, and physical education programs to consider for their students. I teach a graduate class entitled Sports Safety which includes cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, Automated External Defibrillator, and basic First Aid skills to graduate students at West Virginia University. PREPARE adds to the class, supplements and informs coaches how to respond to emergency situations responsibly, how to reduce liability where athletic injuries are concerned, and provides knowledge that can be beneficial on or off the playing field. PREPARE is an up to date plan for preparing for the unexpected.” —Daniel H. Ziatz, Ph.D. Athletic Coaching Education Coordinator, West Virginia University
“All of the coaches on my staff found the course to be very well-constructed, and we all learned some new things… most importantly, the value and effectiveness of having an Emergency Plan. The program provides realistic and practical strategies for dealing with emergencies. I believe that the efforts of the National Center for Sports Safety will truly improve the management and direction of youth athletics in America. Great job!” —Andrew Smith, Head Coach, North LA County Wildcats High School Rugby, California