Coaches
Thank you for volunteering to coach a team with Canyon Optimist Soccer Club. Your time and efforts are vital to the success of the club. Here is a list of responsibilities and reminders to help you have a terrific season.
Once you receive your team roster, you will need to contact each player, introduce yourself, and provide information on the practice and game schedule.
Games will be played in the rain. Please remember that coaches are not to cancel games themselves, even in inclement weather. If a game is canceled, the Registrar and/or Board Members will contact each coach.
If you have any questions about your responsibilities, please contact registrar@canyonoptimistsoccer.com or call (208) 713-5977.
REMEMBER:
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Bring your Coach's Binder with all player registration forms/medical releases to every practice and game.
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Have all your players bring a water bottle to you each practice.
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Set a consistent and age-appropriate practice schedule.
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Clean up fields after practice and games. Have your players help!
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Make sure parents have a way to contact you.
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Provide WRITTEN schedules, changes, or other important instructions on a regular basis.
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Practice the skills needed to develop well rounded players.
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Have a plan for each practice and keep your players active and focused. Discipline in practice translates into discipline during games.
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Limit "scrimmaging" to less than 1/3 of total practice time.
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Encourage good sportsmanship.
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Foster teamwork
There are many resources for Soccer Coaches to learn more. The following may be helpful...
Small-Sided Games Info
Coach's Role