Bullying Prevention
Resource Library
16 downloadable guides, templates, and reference tools for coaches, parents, athletes, and administrators. All free. All practical. All grounded in Coach Winn's 44 years of experience.
For Coaches
4 ResourcesBullying Warning Signs Guide
PDF GuideComprehensive guide for coaches: behavioral red flags, intervention strategies, and team culture frameworks to recognize and stop bullying early.
Incident Documentation Form
PDF FormStructured form for documenting bullying incidents with date, time, witnesses, and actions taken — protects coaches and organizations legally.
Bystander Activation Framework
Activity GuidePrintable framework for coaches to build bystander intervention culture — includes 5 role-play scenarios for team meetings.
De-Escalation Protocol Card
Reference CardLaminated-ready 6-step de-escalation framework for coaches to reference in the moment — with language scripts for each step.
For Parents
4 ResourcesParent's Bullying Response Guide
PDF GuideStep-by-step guide for parents on recognizing warning signs, starting conversations with your athlete, and escalating when necessary.
Warning Signs Reference Guide
PDF ChecklistPhysical, behavioral, and social warning signs that your athlete may be experiencing bullying — with guidance on how to open the conversation.
Reporting Flowchart
InfographicStep-by-step visual guide for what to do when your child is being bullied — from talking to the coach through escalating to administration.
Conversation Starter Cards
Reference CardsPrintable cards with age-appropriate prompts for parents to open conversations about bullying with young athletes at every developmental stage.
For Athletes
4 ResourcesAthlete Pledge Card
Pledge CardWallet-sized pledge card athletes sign committing to be an upstander, not a bystander — great for team culture building at the start of the season.
The Upstander's Guide
PDF GuideHow to stand up against bullying using the 5 upstander methods — Direct, Distract, Delegate, Delay, Document — with ready-to-use scripts.
Cyberbullying Response Guide
PDF GuideWhat to do if you're being cyberbullied — how to document, report, and protect yourself on every major platform.
Peer Pressure Response Scripts
Reference CardReady-to-use responses for athletes who are pressured to stay silent or join in bullying — practical language for real situations.
For Administrators
4 ResourcesBullying Prevention Policy Template
PDF TemplateCustomizable policy template for parks & rec departments, municipalities, and youth sports organizations — all required components included.
Incident Response Protocol
PDF ChecklistStep-by-step incident response checklist with documentation requirements, notification timelines, and escalation thresholds.
Staff Training Curriculum
Training GuideComplete 2-hour staff training curriculum covering recognition, reporting, intervention skills, and culture building — with facilitator notes.
Annual Training Checklist
PDF ChecklistDocumentation checklist for administrators to track coach training completion, policy acknowledgment, and incident records for compliance.
External Resources
StopBullying.gov
GovernmentThe federal government's official resource for bullying prevention, including state laws and reporting tools.
PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center
NonprofitResearch, toolkits, and awareness campaign resources for schools and youth organizations.
Crisis Text Line
Crisis SupportText HOME to 741741 — free, 24/7 crisis support for young people experiencing bullying or any form of abuse.
Positive Coaching Alliance
Youth SportsResearch-based tools for building positive youth sports cultures that prevent bullying and hazing.
NFHS Sportsmanship Resources
AthleticsNational Federation of State High School Associations resources on sportsmanship and bullying prevention.
Cyberbullying Research Center
ResearchResearch, resources, and reporting tools specifically focused on cyberbullying in youth populations.
Go Deeper in the Academy
These chapters provide the full curriculum behind these resources
All downloadable tools are free. No email required. Coach Winn believes that every coach, parent, and athlete deserves access to the tools they need to create safe, positive sports environments — regardless of budget or organization size.