Building athletes in faith, character, and sportsmanship.

It is the mission of St. Bernadette Athletics to lead, teach, and nurture our student-athletes in the likeness of Christ.

St. Bernadette Athletics provides opportunities for students to grow through competition, teamwork, sportsmanship and faith. Programs are open to eligible St. Bernadette Grade School and PSR students, as well as St. Ladislas PSR students.

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St. Bernadette Athletic Association

About SBAA

The St. Bernadette Athletic Association (SBAA) supports and oversees the parish and school athletic programs. The SBAA works with our coaches, families, parish, and CYO to provide safe, positive, and faith-centered athletic opportunities for our students.

2026-2027 SBAA Board

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SBAA Meetings

SBAA meetings are open to our school and parish community. We welcome parents who would like to learn more, share ideas, or become involved in supporting St. Bernadette Athletics.

Meeting Schedule

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SPORTS BY SEASON

Fall Sports

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Winter Sports

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Spring Sports

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Volunteer Coaches

Our athletic programs depend on parents and community members who are willing to share their time and talents with our student-athletes. Whether you’re an experienced coach or interested in helping for the first time, we’d love to have you involved!

All coaches must complete the required CYO and parish training and screening requirements before participating.

Ready to coach? First, complete the Coach Application to receive approval from the SBAA board. Applications should generally be submitted at least 6 weeks before the beginning of the season. Once you receive approval, complete the CYO requirements provided in this section.

Once all requirements are complete, your coaching credential will be issued.

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT CYO REQUIREMENTS >

 

  • This is required for both head and assistant coaches before they begin coaching. The initial CDP certification is generally a one-time requirement, although CYO may require continuing education or sport-specific recertification later.

    Register for the CYO CDP Training>

  • Coaches must complete VIRTUS or another approved abuse-prevention program through the Diocese. CYO instructs first-time users to register through VIRTUS to:

    • Click the "First-time registrant" button on the left-hand side to create an account, or log in with your user ID and password if you previously created an account.

    • Select "Cleveland, OH (Diocese)" in the drop-down menu.

    • *NOTE: Assistant coaches who are 16 & 17 years old are not required to complete VIRTUS

    Schedule Virtus Training >

  • Complete the Concussion Awareness Course
    All coaches must complete the required concussion course (free) - Concussion in Sports. Once you’ve completed the course, print the certificate and return it to the St. Bernadette Athletic Director.

    This must be renewed every three years. View the CYO Concussion Awareness Course page for more information on the program. 

  • Read and acknowledge the Police for the Safety of children in Matters of Sexual Abuse and the Standards of Conduct for Ministry.

  • Complete Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) training
    View the SCAT video now and download the information sheet. 

  • All new coaching staff must complete a background check. One can be completed using selection.com through VIRTUS.

  • CYO requires coaches to attend annual preseason meetings and identified training sessions. Under the current bylaws, every team must be represented; a coach who misses the required meeting may have to complete the Catholic Coaching Essentials online course at their own expense before the first game. Dates for these sessions will be provided once sport registrations close.

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