Delta Youth Soccer League “F” Course 'Light' Introductions DYSL classroom session – 1 hour Purpose: Explain DYSL Coaching Philosopy and Expectations for Returning Coaches
Pre-season Parent Meeting
Introductions Player Development Goals Core coaching values Player Expectations Parent Expectations Role of Parents (cheer only, not coach) Coach coaches, Refs ref and Parents cheer Arrival time and finish time for Practice and Games 2
The Coach and Practice
No Lines, No Laps, No Lectures Less coaching is better Let the game be the teacher Keep practice/game coaching instruction to technical correction and tactical information Create an environment in which players can learn
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The Coach and Game Day Pregame Arrive early Starting line-up ready Warm-up routine (FIFA 11+) All players at least 50% playing time, different positions and keeper Team cheer, pep talk = “go and have fun� Half Time No lengthy speeches. Positive feedback 2nd half adjustments, starting line-up
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The Coach and Game Day Full Time Shake hands with opponents, coaches and refs Compliment the players No long winded post game speeches No discussions with referees Post game snack “See you at practice�
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The Coach and Game Day As the Coach you are ultimately responsible for the behavior of:
Yourself and your coaching team Your players
Your sideline/parents
The first game of the season is the time to nip any problems in the bud. If you have problem parents/players the league can help you 6
Avoid Blowouts Have a plan for blowouts
Play less experienced players Put restrictions on team i.e. can only score if you cross into the penalty area Do NOT play keepaway, do NOT yell “don't score”, don't switch attackers and defenders and expect to score less Make it like a practice session Make a good faith attempt to keep the score within reason 7
Avoid Being Blown Out Fundamentals/Tactics checklist
When Defending – Compact No huge gaps between defenders No huge gaps between units When we lose the ball EVERYONE becomes a defender Defenders understand “Goalside” No over committing Are your best players playing forward? 8
Basic Soccer Rules to Explain to Parents
Not all physical contact is a foul
It is not handball every time the ball hits an arm
High kicks and playing on the ground are only penalized when done in a dangerous manner i.e. endangering an opponent 9