Coaches Corner

Coaches please remember that if you have the first game of the day you are responsible to set up goals for your field. So arrive early to ensure you start on time or your game will be cut short so that the next team can start on time.

What is Short-Sided Soccer?
Short-sided soccer is about what is best for young soccer players. It's for AYSO coaches, referees, administrators, spectators, and anyone else concerned with the development of 5 to 12 year old soccer players.
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Social Security Requirements for Coaches.
The controversy over the requirement for Coaches to supply their Social Security Number when filling out the volunteer application has been the topic of discussion in many AYSO Regions.
Click here for an explanation on the ruling from the AYSO National Support and Training Center.

Many of you read a recent article that said heading in soccer could cause some brain damage. Never has one story provoked so many calls to the Coaching Department at the National Support Center of AYSO. Reaction such as "Is it true?"and "What position has AYSO taken?"
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Heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke are all serious (in some cases fatal) heat-induced conditions. It is imperative for the safety of your players and volunteers that you and your coaches know how to identify and treat them.
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Need more information on the rules, regulations and guidelines set by FIFA (Federation Internationale de Football Association)?
Download a copy of the 2006 FIFA Rule Book here!