Welcome. The Sports Conflict Institute provides free, confidential consultation for sports-related conflicts through our Competition Not Conflict program. We serve as neutral, independent resources to help you understand options and navigate disputes constructively.
Important Disclosure: This service is:
- FREE and confidential
- Staffed by trained human ombuds practitioners
- Neutral - we don't take sides or make decisions
- Voluntary - you control the process
- Available to anyone involved in sports
Confidentiality Notice: We maintain confidentiality to the maximum extent possible. However, we are legally required to report:
- Imminent risk of serious harm to yourself or others
- Suspected child abuse or neglect
- SafeSport violations involving minors or vulnerable adults
- Information subject to court order
NOT AN OFFICE OF NOTICE: Reporting to Competition Not Conflict:
- Does NOT constitute formal notice to any organization
- Does NOT start legal deadlines or preserve legal rights
- Does NOT replace reporting to official channels
- Does NOT create legal obligations for any institution
- Does NOT establish an attorney-client relationship
To preserve your legal rights, you must contact official reporting channels directly.