Coach or Referee Youth Sports
Give back by teaching younger athletes
Why It Matters
Combines sports with leadership and community service - a combination that resonates deeply with admissions. Shows maturity and a commitment to your community beyond personal achievement.
How to Start
Contact your local sports association - Hockey Canada, Soccer Canada, and Basketball Ontario all have youth coaching and referee certification pathways for students.
Commitment
- Commitment level: Med
- Best starting grade: G9
- Most certification programs accept students from G9 (age 14-15). Start as early as you qualify.
Programs It Supports
- Kinesiology
- Education
- Social Work
- Health Sciences