Coaches

COACHING COMMUNITY SOCCER

Have you thought about being a coach to your child’s soccer team???

There’s nothing quite like watching the excitement as a young soccer player scores a goal or makes a perfect pass. Coaches have the responsibility to develop a child’s soccer skills but more importantly, they have the responsibility to foster the love for the game.

Giving back to the community and helping kids to work well with others, to be persistent and to believe in themselves is incredibly rewarding!

Being a coach isn’t just about what you teach, it’s about how you teach. The biggest impact you can have on young soccer players are when you share your time, personality, knowledge, and passion for the game of soccer.
 

COACHING FOR COMMUNITY (TIER 4) SOCCER

Workshops:

• Access to online coaching resources is only a clinic away!
• Coaches registering & completing Community Workshops gain access to a season’s worth of online coaching resources delivered free via Alberta Soccer’s online Coach Management System.

Soccer for Life

• Soccer for Life is required for coaches for U11 and up.
• This course is required for teams to participate in provincial games.
• Keep checking the Alberta Soccer Website for new courses.

Coaches Equipment Pick-Up & Drop Off:

The VMSA Equipment Director will be setting up equipment pick-up and drop-off times.To ensure an efficient and effective process for everyone involved, please be respectful of these dates and times.Equipment returns need to include all jerseys.

Resources:

ASA Community Soccer Guides for Coaches

Concussion Awareness Guide for Coaches 

Straight Talk About Children and Sports