Unlock NFHSMembership BENEFITS
Mission
Professional Membership in the NFHS advances the mission of the NFHS with a commitment to professional development, wellness and risk minimization, sportsmanship, and national programming in interscholastic education-based athletics and performing arts activities.
UNLOCK A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES
Recognized as a NFHS Coaches Association member
Access to the official NFHS Coaches Association membership card (available from member profile)
Professional development through course offerings on NFHSLearn.com
Network communication through NFHS state and regional programs
Access to NFHS Digital Rules Books
Access to NFHS Awards Program
Access to insurance coverage
Potential service on NFHS committees
Rental car discounts through National/Enterprise
Discounts through Signature Championship Rings and more
Requirements
Support, protect, and further the mission and purpose of education-based athletics and performing arts activities
Serve as a secondary school (grades 6-12) approved coach (excludes volunteer and private coaches)
Complete all required school training and/or state association requirements to teach, coach and/or instruct at the secondary school level
If you officiate, teach, coach, instruct in a recognized secondary education sport or performing arts activities program in your state of residence and meet the requirements outlined above, you receive $2m/$5m liability insurance. Accident/medical coverage is extended to other levels (e.g. little league, pop warner, etc.)
Individual Participation
Join as an individual to access exclusive resources, professional development opportunities, and certifications designed to elevate your coaching journey.
NFHS Membership Period is July 1-June 30*
Individual Participation - Join Now | $35
School/Group Participation
Schools or groups can join by submitting the Coaches Group Application, enabling a single payment and renewal notice for all coaches.
NFHS Membership Period is July 1-June 30*
School/Group Participation - Applicaton Form | $35
Rule Changes
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Football Rules Changes - 2024
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Baseball Rules Changes - 2025
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Girls Lacrosse Rules Changes - 2025
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Wrestling Rules Changes - 2024-25
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Softball Rules Changes - 2025
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Track and Field Rules Changes - 2025
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