Coach’s Corner

WHERE PASSION MEETS PURPOSE TO
INSPIRE THE NEXT GENERATION

  • GENERAL INFO
  • BASEBALL
  • BASKETBALL
  • FOOTBALL
  • SOCCER
  • SOFTBALL

MAKE AN IMPACT

At the heart of every Elkhorn Athletic Association program is the dedication and passion of our volunteer coaches. Quality coaching is essential to ensuring that every athlete, no matter their sport, skill level, or experience, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Our coaches shape the player experience both on and off the field, teaching the fundamentals of the game while fostering teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence. The quality of our programs is directly tied to the quality of the people leading them.

We understand the significant sacrifice it takes for parents to step into this role, balancing work, family, and personal commitments while dedicating time to practices, games, and mentoring young athletes. All coaches in our programs must pass a stringent background check to ensure a safe and positive environment for every participant. Without these dedicated volunteers, we could not offer the wide range of opportunities that make EAA such a special place for kids to play and develop. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our coaches for their time, energy, and unwavering commitment to our athletes and our community.

REGISTRATION INFO

EAA requires ALL Head and Assistant Coaches for our Elkhorn recreational FUTURES program, High school program and select PRIME and Level Up program to complete coach registration for each sport/division/team each season. Coaches will:

  • Read, Understand & Agree to comply with the EAA Coaches Code of Conduct and with the EAA Coaches Waiver
  • Complete a background check, SafeSport and concussion awareness training

MANDATORY COACHES MEETINGS

FUTURES, HIGH SCHOOL, LEVEL UP, AND PRIME COACHES MEETINGS

Coaches for all of our programs are required to attend a season informational kickoff meeting to review expectations for the Spring/Summer baseball season. All teams must be represented. If the Head Coach cannot attend, then their TOP Assistant Coach must attend in his place.

HEAD COACHES ONLY MEETING

For Head Coaches only – This is the season informational kickoff meeting to review budget creation, scheduling, and overall expectations. All teams must be represented. If the Head Coach cannot attend, then their TOP Assistant Coach must attend in his place.

ADDITIONAL REGISTRATIONS

PRIME COACHES ONLY

REGISTER YOUR TEAM ON USSSA BASEBALL

All teams must register with USSSA for 2022 to be eligible to participate in 2022 USSSA Tournaments/Events.  When registering, please designate your FULL TEAM NAME in this order for organization consistency: Organization, Select Team Name, Age – ie Nebraska Prime Red 11U.  Also, EAA does not recommend purchasing USSSA team insurance as EAA already provides insurance for its’ teams.

REGISTER FOR USSSA

REGISTER FOR THE COACH’S NEBRASKA/IOWA WEBSITE

Register for the 2022 Nebraska USSSA website. This site allows you to post for teams looking for players as well as teams looking for games.  They also will host information about local tournaments including State Tournament & All-State Showcase. There is no charge to sign up.

REGISTER FOR NEBRASKA USSSA

DOCUMENTS & INFO

FIELD RESPONSIBILITIES
RULES

DOWNLOAD FUTURES RULES

2025 Updates:

*When the ball is in possession of an INFIELD player anywhere in the infield (anywhere on the dirt), the play is dead and runners cannot move past the base they are heading to, unless another throw is made attempting to make a play on the runner

*10U-14U EOYT : No new inning after 1:50 hours/unless tied (10 min added to tournament game times from 2024).

DOWNLOAD USSSA RULES

PITCH INFO

Download Pitch Cards HERE

Age League/Max Pitches per day
8U: 50 pitches per day
9-10U: 75 pitches per day
11-12U: 85 pitches per day
13-14U: 95 pitches per day

Exception: If a pitcher reaches the pitch limit for his age league while facing a batter, the
pitcher may continue to pitch until any of the following conditions occur:
1. That batter reaches base
2. That batter is put out
3. The 3rd out is made to complete half-inning

Pitches per day/Period of rest
1-20 pitches = No Required Rest
21-35 pitches = 1 Day of Rest
36-50 pitches = 2 Days of Rest
51-65 pitches = 3 Days of Rest
66+ pitches = 4 Days of Rest

REGISTRATION INFO

EAA requires ALL Head and Assistant Coaches for both our recreational Futures program and select Impact program to complete coach registration for each sport/division/team each season. Coaches will:

  • Read, Understand & Agree to comply with the EAA Coaches Code of Conduct and with the EAA Coaches Waiver
  • Complete a background check, SafeSport and concussion awareness training

MANDATORY COACHES MEETINGS

FUTURES, FUTURES PLUS AND IMPACT COACHES MEETINGS

Coaches for both the Futures program and the Impact program are required to attend a season informational kickoff meeting to review expectations for the fall/winter basketball season. All teams must be represented. If the Head Coach cannot attend, then their TOP Assistant Coach must attend in his place.

REGISTRATION INFO

EAA requires ALL Head and Assistant Coaches for our Elkhorn recreational flag and tackle football programs to complete coach registration for each sport/division/team each season. Coaches will:

  • Read, Understand & Agree to comply with the EAA Coaches Code of Conduct and with the EAA Coaches Waiver
  • Complete a background check, SafeSport and concussion awareness training
  • Tackle Football coaches will be required to complete USA Football Contact Certification and upload into Zorts

DOCUMENTS & INFO

RULES

For Tackle Football

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

EAA requires all Head and Assistant Coaches to complete coach registration for each sport/division/team each season.

Coaches will:

  • Read, Understand & Agree to comply with the EAA Coaches Code of Conduct and with the EAA Coaches Waiver
  • Complete a background check, SafeSport and concussion awareness training

REGISTER AS A COACH

HIVE COACH/ASSISTANT COACH REQUIREMENTS

Per Nebraska State Soccer Association, all of our parent coaches must complete the requirements listed below: SafeSport Training, HeadsUp Concussion Training and a Background Check. These requirements are managed by our club registrar and will be distributed to coaches by the age group directors. If you are interested in coaching, please contact the age group director you are interested in coaching for.

*These certifications run on a yearly basis with the year starting on July 1 of each year. If you complete the training for Fall season, you will not need to repeat for Spring season. However, if you complete the training just for Spring season, those certifications will expire on July 1 of that same year and you will need to complete them again if you wish to coach that Fall.

FUTURES COACH/ASSISTANT COACH REQUIREMENTS

Per Nebraska State Soccer Association, all of our parent coaches must complete the requirements listed in the document below: SafeSport Training, HeadsUp Concussion Training and a Background Check.

*These certifications run on a yearly basis with the year starting on July 1 of each year. If you complete the training for Fall season, you will not need to repeat for Spring season. However, if you complete the training just for Spring season, those certifications will expire on July 1 of that same year and you will need to complete them again if you wish to coach that Fall.

ATTEND EAA COACHES MEETING

For Head Coaches only – This is the season informational kickoff meeting to review budget creation, scheduling, and overall expectations. All teams must be represented. If the Head Coach cannot attend, then their TOP Assistant Coach must attend in his place.

REGISTRATION INFO

EAA requires ALL Head and Assistant Coaches for our Elkhorn recreational FUTURES program, as well as the Nebraska Quakes program to complete coach registration for each sport/division/team each season. Coaches will:

  • Read, Understand & Agree to comply with the EAA Coaches Code of Conduct and with the EAA Coaches Waiver
  • Complete a background check, SafeSport and concussion awareness training

MANDATORY COACHES MEETINGS

FUTURES, HIGH SCHOOL, LEVEL UP, AND PRIME COACHES MEETINGS

Coaches for all of our programs are required to attend a season informational kickoff meeting to review expectations for the Spring/Summer baseball season. All teams must be represented. If the Head Coach cannot attend, then their TOP Assistant Coach must attend in his place.

HEAD COACHES ONLY MEETING

For Head Coaches only – This is the season informational kickoff meeting to review budget creation, scheduling, and overall expectations. All teams must be represented. If the Head Coach cannot attend, then their TOP Assistant Coach must attend in his place.

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