Laminated ID cards are required for all players and coaches who are involved in inter-region or inter-area play. The ID card must have a picture bearing a reasonable resemblance to the person and be signed by the regional commissioner. These cards are required at the first game. For Area K players, coaches and asst. coaches the ID card must be signed in non black ink. No card, no play, no coach, no exceptions. There is no grace period, none, nada, niet, no way; what part of the word NO do you not understand!
Some of our regions (i.e. R55 and R117) have "special" ID cards for coaches. They are designed to make sure that their coaches are legit and have been Safe Haven Certified and age appropriate trained and approved by the region. The cards were presented to the Area Board and have been approved by the Area Director. They are to be accepted by all referees as legitimate IDs for all Area 11-K play.