Volunteer With Us
Help make TJ Youth Wrestling the best it can be
Why Volunteer?
TJ Youth Wrestling runs on volunteers. Whether you can coach, run the scoring table, or help set up mats, there is a role for everyone.
Volunteer Roles
Coach
Lead and instruct wrestlers at practice; teach technique, safety, and sportsmanship.
Assistant Coach
Support the head coach at practices and meets; help run drills and work with wrestlers.
Board Member
Help guide the program's operations, events, and long-term planning.
Event / Tournament Volunteer
Help run home meets and the Thomas Jefferson Duals — scoring table, hospitality, setup and teardown.
Mat Crew
Help roll out, tape, and clean mats before and after practices and events.
Clearance Requirements
All adults who volunteer with youth organizations must obtain the following clearances before they can begin.
PA State Police Criminal Background Check
Free for volunteers. Results are typically instant.
Apply at epatch.pa.gov→PA Child Abuse History Clearance
Free for volunteers. Processing takes 2-3 weeks.
Apply at compass.state.pa.us→Mandated Reporter Training
Free online course, takes approximately 3 hours. Certificate valid for 5 years.
Complete at reportabusepa.pitt.edu→