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NCYSA Coaching and Player Education - HERE
This link contains detailed Course Descriptions, Calendar of Courses, Applications, Lesson Plans, Resources, Practice Drills, and lots more.
Challenge Coaches Information / Qualifications
JASA Challenge Coaches Qualifications - May 2008
Coaches License Course Descriptions
"YOUTH MODULES I & II"
Youth I Module is designed for U6-U8 coaches and Youth II Module is geared for U10-12 coaches. Both course are 6 hours each
"E" License Course
The intermediate "E" license course is a program that addresses both the technical and tactical development of players aged U-12 through U-16. Practice Organization, Team Management and Tactics of the Game are a few of the topics that will be highlighted. The "E" license certificate is prerequisite for the "D" license course. Sixteen Hour Program / Written Course Materials / Written Exam
"D" License Course
The intermediate "D" license course is a program that addresses both the technical and tactical development of players aged U-15 through U-23. The coach is taught how to challenge the technical, tactical, physical and psychological abilities of players through innovative games and activities. The further objective of this course is to develop coaches who possess an analytical eye for the game of soccer. Thirty-Two Hour Program / Written Course Materials / Written Exam / Panel Discussion Test / Practical Coaching Assessment
General JASA Practice Info
Coaches, practice only when and where you are assigned. NEVER PRACTICE ON THE GAME FIELDS. Also, tell your players and families that they are not to play soccer on the game fields except during scheduled games. Never practice when a field is so wet that to do so will be dangerous and damaging to the fields. NEVER MOVE THE GOALS.
Practice sites for JASA teams are located throughout the Jacksonville area. Given our large number of teams and players, some of the practice sites are ten minutes or so removed from our primary practice site at Parkwood School. Not everyone can practice at Parkwood. We attempt to rotate these practice facilities, as much as size will allow. We ask your understanding and indulgence in this process. Various churches, schools and recreation departments work with us to provide these practice sites. Please ensure that they are kept clean and that private property is not damaged.
Player Equipment Checklist
- Soccer Ball (Size Depends on Playing Division, make sure your player's name is written on it)
- JASA Shirt (Red with JASA Logo, White Numbers)
- Black Shorts (Solid Black)
- Red Soccer Socks (Must Cover Shin Guards)
- Shin Guards (Should Cover Area From Ankle to Just Below the Player's Knee)
- Cleats (No Metal Screws) or Sneakers
- Water Bottle
Coaching Tips for New (and Old) Coaches
- COMMUNICATION: Ensure the terminology you use is clear and precise. Let players know you are in charge.
- POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT: Whenever possible give individuals and/or groups positive reinforcement. Refrain from using negative comments. Use praise as an incentive.
- BE CREATIVE AND USE INITIATIVE: If the drill or game is too advanced, modify to increase the chances of success.
- MAKE A DIFFERENCE: Be motivational and inspirational. Enthusiasm and being energetic are contagious.
- KEEP PLAYERS ACTIVE: If the drill is static, create need of helpers or assistants to keep everyone involved.
- EACH PLAYER IS AN INDIVIDUAL: Be aware of player differences. Aggressive or quiet, recognition of player personalities will allow you to respond to all players, and they will respond to you positively.
- STRIVE FOR QUALITY: In all demonstrations make the desired objectives clear. If a player shows mastery of a skill, use him/her to demonstrate.
- REINFORCE CORRECT TECHNIQUE: In all drills and games continually emphasis the use of correct techniques.
- ENCOURAGE PLAYER MOVEMENT: At all times make players aware of importance of readiness. Emphasize weight forward on toes and bouncing instead of flat footed-ness.
- ROTATE POSITIONS: All players should be active as servers, assistants. In game situations change positions each quarter.
- DEVELOP PLAYER RESPECT: Continually get players to support one another. To show good sportsmanship towards all players including opponents, and respect for others attempts and effort.
- EQUALITY AMONGST PLAYERS: Give equal attention to all players in group or games. Do not leave the less competent players behind nor slow the advanced players.
- FUN AND ENJOYMENT: Players will respond and want to continue if things are fun. Create their enjoyment.
Coach / Team Organization
Successful coaches are many times good organizers. This organization is most evident when the players have a great time through the season - and have no idea of the work that occurred to make it happen. The following organization steps can help ensure a positive experience for all:
Hold a parent orientation meeting - establishes effective lines of communication. Hold this meeting coincident with your first practice. Include the following subjects as discussion items:
- Introduce yourself
- Your coaching philosophy
- Explain what your season objectives are
- Discuss player responsibilities
- Discuss parent responsibilities
- Ask for volunteers to assist (very important!)
Coaches Equipment - You can always identify the prepared coach - they are the ones with a trunk full of soccer equipment! Consider the following essentials:
- Extra balls
- Cones
- Clipboard
- Air pump and needles
- Medical kit
The following items offer additional help at practices and games:
- Colored pennies
- Water sprayer
- Soccer shoes and shin guards(yours!)
- Towels
- Extra pen or pencil (for notes)
- Bag (to carry all this stuff in!)
Player Equipment - Each player has a responsibility to bring the essentials with them to every practice:
- Soccer shoes
- Shin guards
- Soccer ball
- Drinking water
- Proper clothing
Coaching LINKS
NSCAA - National Soccer Coaches Association of America
Better Soccer, More Fun
Tip of the Day
Exercises of the Day
Decatur Sports Soccer Drills
FineSoccer.com
SoccerCoaching
eteamz - New Soccer Coach Tips
eteamz - Tips and Drills
Jeff Pill's Online Drills
Online Coach's Manual
soccerROM
SoccerClinics.com
Coaching Beginning Soccer Players
Bruce Brownlee.com
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