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Hazing is not a team-bonding experience. Here are ways to prevent hazing and forge stronger team bonds.

Players should feel comfortable, cared for, and protected. These tips will help you keep them safe.

Coaches have power to affect team climate and a climate of safety and respect will foster pro-social behavior.

Read these ten background screening best practices from PCA Trusted Resource, Verified Volunteers.

First, think about encouraging your daughter to help her coach understand her play, personality, and learning.

If there is even a question of abuse, it would be wise to remove your child from the situation immediately.

Start by asking one or two people on your team: “How can we create safer spaces for LGBTQ athletes, coaches?"

Sharon Robinson is the Bronxville High School Lacrosse Coach and Vice Chairman of the One Love Foundation.

Advice from the non-profit You Can Play about ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for LGBT athletes.

Use our printable back-to-school guide to help you make this your best sports season ever!