is a coach an independent contractor
The vast majority of clubs classify their coaches as Independent Contractors. In some ways it would seem to make sense. Club Coaches are most often working on a part time and seasonal basis. As some clubs have found out, the various State Departments of Labor are questioning and, in some cases, disallowing the independent classification for youth coaches for tax purposes.
Upon satisfactory completion of the Program Services by COACH (âcompletionâ), CLUB SPORT shall pay COACH the amount set forth in Exhibit A within 30 days after completion, unless alternate payment terms are agreed to and enumerated on Exhibit A. COACH is an independent. contractor and shall be solely and personally responsible for all federal, state and local taxes,