Information for Coaches
Requirements for Coaches
STEP 1. Register as a Coach
Register as a CoachAll CCSA coaches and league administrators must register with Oregon Youth Soccer Association (OYSA) and re-register each season.
If you have any trouble logging into your account, contact the CCSA Board and either the President or Registrar will provide your account information or reset your password. board@centralcoastsoccer.org
Instructions for Registering as a Coach
STEP 2. Complete Concussion Training
CDC Concussion CourseAll coaches, referees, and league administrators must complete a concussion awareness training. Follow the link below to take the course offered by the Center for Disease Control. Course must be taken once per year.
After taking the course, download and send to registrar@centralcoastsoccer.org.
STEP 3. SafeSport Training
To access the SafeSport training, an Enrollment Key is required before you can begin. If you do not have your key or need assistance obtaining one, please contact the CCSA President at President@centralcoastsoccer.org or reach out to the registrar at Registrar@centralcoastsoccer.org. They will be able to provide the necessary information and support to help you complete your training successfully.
Coaching Tips and Training
CCSA does not have a specific training requirement or “system.” However, we will do our best to provide coaches with the resources they need to be successful. We hope that our coaches will continue to learn and improve their skills as the players learn and improve their skills.
Tips
While each coach will develop their own style and have their favorite drills and games, we expect all coaches to adhere to these core principles.
1. Everyone Participates – coaches should be aware of varying skill levels and be able to engage all players at the appropriate level.
2. Positive Coaching – coaches should use positive encouragement to engage and motivate players.
3. Good Sportsmanship – the coach should instill an attitude of good sportsmanship on their team. Remember, this isn’t just about shaking hands after the game. Good sportsmanship means showing respect toward teammates, coaches, referees, and league officials in addition to the members of other teams.
List of Services
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Laws of the Game
The Laws of the Game are the official rules that govern how soccer is played worldwide, established by the International Football Association Board. These laws cover all aspects of the game, including field setup, player numbers, match duration, fouls, restarts, and officiating.
At the youth level, organizations like US Youth Soccer and Oregon Youth Soccer Association adapt these laws to fit each age group. Modifications such as smaller teams, shorter games, and simplified rules help create a safe, fun, and development-focused environment where players can learn the game progressively as they grow.
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US Soccer LearningList Item 1
U.S. Soccer’s online learning platform for coaches, referees, and others involved in the sport.
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AYSO Coaching ManualList Item 2
Official American Youth Soccer Association coaches training manuals:
Age-specific training manuals for U6, U8, U10, & U12. These are designed to go along with formal AYSO training sessions. As such, understanding some of the drill descriptions can take a little getting used to, but the introductory materials about appropriate levels of play and general skill areas for each age level is very well presented.
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OnlineSoccer Training (YouTube)
This YouTube channel has videos of a coach directing players doing the drills. Most start with the basics and show you how to make them more complicated as the kids learn the drills and their skills improve.
Coaching books:
There are hundreds available. Here are a few that might be beneficial to new coaches. These incorporate basic coaching philosophies and strategies with examples for activities.
The Complete Book of Coaching Youth Soccer