GCYSA Coaching FAQs
Why should I coach a soccer team?
Do I need to know how to play soccer in order to coach a soccer team?
How many kids are on a team?
How much time does coaching a team take?
Will I have to travel to out of town games?
What will be required of me as a coach?
Now that I want to coach, what do I do?
Why should I coach a soccer team?
Coaching can be a very fun and rewarding experience. When you coach a soccer team, it gives you a chance to interact with kids in a fun outdoor setting. Working with your team you guide the children in the development of not just their physical skills but also of their senses of self-esteem. Watching the kids on your team succeed and have fun is very rewarding. Nothing can take the place of getting happy high-fives and hugs from a proud child who has been successful under your guidance!
Do I need to know how to play soccer in order to coach a soccer team?
No! Some of our finest coaches do not have playing experience. What they do have is a love of and commitment to kids. GCYSA will provide as much support as necessary to help new coaches "get in the game." We will even provide one on one assistance if you like.
How many kids are on a team?
Team sizes vary according to age group. They are as follows:
U-6 6 Children per team. Games are 3 v 3
U-8 Up to 12 Children per team. Games are 7 v 7
U-10 10 - 12 Children per team. Games are 8 v 8
U-12 and above up to 18 Children per team. Games are 11 v 11
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How much time does coaching a team take?
The season runs from March 19 through May 15. Teams generally practice one to two times a week for at least an hour. Games are on Saturdays. Game times vary according to age group. Including warm-up, coaches can expect games to last as follows:
U-6 One hour
U-8 One and a half hours
U-10 One and a half hours
U-12 Two hours
Will I have to travel out of town?
Only U-12 and up travel to out of town games. U-10 and below have games at the Greens at 5th Street and Ave. K.
What will be required of me as a coach?
A true commitment to the children. Scheduled practice times should be kept unless cancellation cannot be avoided.
Patience.
Register with KidSafe.
Attend mandatory coach meeting on February 8.
U-10, U-8, U-6 attend GCYSA's Pre-Season soccer camp. It will give you some practice coaching before you get your team.
Distribute announcements and other league information to your team.
Complete player evaluation forms at the end of the season.
Attend the End of Season Celebration
Have FUN!
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