PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 6, 2026, AS "NATIONAL COACHES DAY" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Eric Buckson and 8 co-sponsors

Declares October 6, 2026 as National Coaches Day in Delaware to publicly recognize and encourage appreciation for coaches’ roles in youth development and community life.

Passed In House by Voice Vote

Summary of SCR 217 (Session 153, Delaware)

Purpose and Intent

SCR 217 proclaims October 6, 2026 as “National Coaches Day” in the State of Delaware. The resolution recognizes the contributions of coaches across athletic, academic, and extracurricular programs and designates a specific day to honor their impact on student development and community life.

Key Provisions

Official designation: The Delaware General Assembly declares October 6, 2026 as National Coaches Day within the state.

Observance guidance: As a concurrent-resolution proclamation, it typically encourages public acknowledgment and participation by schools, community organizations, and citizens in recognizing coaches. The resolution may suggest activities or expressions of appreciation but does not impose new mandates or funding.

Scope: Applies to the state of Delaware and its institutions, organizations, and residents, encouraging nationwide recognition at the local level through state endorsement.

Affected Parties

Coaches: Amateur, scholastic, youth, collegiate, club, and professional coaches who influence student-athletes and participants in Delaware.

Students and programs: Schools, athletic programs, and extracurricular activities that benefit from coaching staff support and mentorship.

Public institutions and communities: State agencies, school districts, universities, youth organizations, and civic groups that may participate in or acknowledge National Coaches Day events.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Introduction and votes:

Introduced in the Senate on June 17, 2026.
The Senate passed the resolution on June 17, 2026 (Vote: 21 YES).
The House of Representatives passed the resolution by voice vote on June 18, 2026.

Enactment: As a concurrent-resolution, SCR 217 does not create new law or allocate funds; it serves as an official state acknowledgment and encouragement of observance. No effective date beyond the designated October 6, 2026 is specified for the proclamation itself beyond that year’s observance.

Sponsors: A broad group of co-sponsors from both chambers, led by multiple legislators including Dave Wilson, Dave Sokola, Stell Selby, Brian Pettyjohn, Claire Snyder-Hall, Eric Morrison, Mike Smith, Marie Pinkney, and Eric Buckson, indicating cross-chamber support.

Practical Impact

Public recognition: Elevates awareness of the role coaches play in youth development, education, health, and community engagement.

Community engagement: Encourages schools and organizations to acknowledge coaches through events, ceremonies, or expressions of appreciation on or around October 6, 2026.

No fiscal impact: The resolution does not authorize spending or create new programs; its impact is primarily symbolic and commemorative.