FTC Issues COPPA Policy Statement to Encourage Age Verification Technologies Like NSID

Compliance & Data Privacy FTC Issues COPPA Policy Statement to Encourage Age Verification Technologies Like NSID On February 25, 2026, the Federal Trade Commission issued landmark guidance on age verification under COPPA — and every requirement they outlined is something National Sports ID has been doing since day one. Here’s what it means for your…

What’s New in NSID: Five Powerful Updates Built From Your Feedback

  What’s New in NSID: Five Powerful Updates Built From Your Feedback Product Updates & Feature Announcements At NSID, we’re constantly listening to our partners—coaches, league directors, tournament organizers, and administrators—to understand what makes your job easier and what creates friction. This quarter, we’ve rolled out five major product improvements designed to help you run…

Verification Isn’t Optional Anymore

Youth Sports Integrity Verification Isn’t Optional Anymore  In a world where youth sports are growing faster and the stakes are higher than ever, the way you verify players and coaches defines the credibility of your entire program. The question isn’t whether verification is needed — it’s whether you can afford to go without it. Imagine…

The Real Reason Parents Walk Away From Programs

The Real Reason Parents Walk Away From Programs It’s not the extra step that pushes families away — it’s broken trust, wasted time, and unfair play. Coaches and directors live with one constant question: Will the families come back next season? Registration numbers are always top of mind. Will we grow, hold steady, or see…