Coaches: Please leave the field in a neat condition. Please pick up any empty water bottles, soda cans, snack wrappers, etc. and put them in the trash.  The schools and school district  are kind enough to make these fields available for our use, so lets leave them neat and clean. 

• Enthusiastically support and practice the "Everyone Plays", "Good Sportsmanship" and "Positive Coaching" philosophies of AYSO. 
• Be reasonable in your demands on a young player's time, energy, enthusiasm and performance on the soccer field. 
• Impress on your players that they must abide by the Laws of the Game at all times. 
• Develop team respect for the ability of opponents, and for the judgment of referees and opposing coaches. 
• Ensure that your players' soccer experience is one of fun and enjoyment (winning is only part of it). Players should never be yelled at or ridiculed for making mistakes or losing a game. 
• Set a good example and be generous with your praise when it is deserved. Children need a coach they can respect. 
• Keep informed of sound principles of coaching, growth and child development. 
• Check your equipment and playing facilities. The should meet safety standards and be appropriate for the age and ability of your players. 
• Follow the advice of a physician when determining when an injured child is ready to play again. 

If you have questions or concerns, or just have general questions, please contact your Divisional Manager. [click here]

This page last updated on:
04/16/2008 9:27 AM