American Legion: Baseball background checks mandated

The American Legion relies heavily upon dedicated Legionnaires and Legion family members to support and donate countless hours to the success of one of its premier youth programs — American Legion Baseball. So in an effort to first and foremost enhance the protection of children and youth, as well as continue to enhance the Legion Baseball program and meet insurance requirements, The American Legion National Executive Committee (NEC) adopted Resolution 16 during the 2012 Fall Meetings, which mandates a background check screening for coaches, managers and volunteer staff of junior and senior American Legion Baseball teams.