SportsEngine, a division of NBC Sports Group, announced its acquisition of background screening service providers, National Center for Safety Initiatives, LLC. (NCSI) and Southeastern Security Consultants, Inc. (SSCI).
In combination with the current SportsEngine Verify background screening solution, the acquisitions will strengthen SportsEngine’s position as a provider of secure background screening for youth sports organizations, parks and recreation agencies and national sports governing bodies.
The acquisitions will also make SportsEngine the only company that performs background screening program that is endorsed by the National Council of Youth Sports.
“Providing a safe environment for athletes is a critical part of youth sports,” Justin Kaufenber, co-founder and CEO at SportsEngine, said in a statement.