Pleasant Hill Soccer Coaching

Would you like to become a coach? Pleasant Hill Soccer relies on volunteer coaches/parents for our recreational teams. Please contact us for more information! Send an email to Mike at admin@pleasanthillsoccer.org. Please also see FAQ's (link to: Do I need a license to coach soccer?)

Reasoning for a Coaches License

To raise the level of coaching and therefore raise the quality of instruction and standard of play within the state of Missouri. Coach/Education Development is a continuous and ongoing affair. The Coaching License Program (State Coaching School) is part of a National Program designed to instruct and teach soccer coaches so that they will become better informed on not only the game and it’s finer points, but also on the physical requirements, mental requirements, team management aspects, injury care and prevention as well as understanding the laws of the game. The ultimate goal of this program is to provide the coaching participants with quality information so they in turn are able to develop their players to the best of their ability. (Source: Missouri Youth Soccer Association)

Do I need a license to coach soccer?

Yes, before you can coach you must receive the minimum coaches license which is an "F" level license. You only need to obtain an "F" license once. This is a free course for MYSA affiliated members which is generally comprised of a one evening course. Click here for license information

Coaching Resources

Coaching License Clinics
Rescheduling Games
Motivation And The Coach (PDF)
The Best Job You'll Ever Have Pays $0 (PDF)
Stickyback Line-Up Cards (Avery 5168 Labels) (Excel)
FAQ's of Coaching(PDF)
Why Kids Quit Sports (PDF)

Codes of Conduct

Coach's Code

Prepare your practice sessions to meet realistic objectives.
Let your players be innovative.
Never ridicule or yell at players.
Be a role model by setting a good example; never yell at the referees.
Be organized and on time.
Show enthusiasm.
Teach your players the laws of the game.
Be sporting in victory and defeat.
Administrator’s code attend meetings and be on time.
Listen and show respect to other views.
Pay attention and ask questions.
Carry out your assignments.
Resolve conflict constructively.
Be responsible

Parent/Spectator's Code

Do not force your child to play.
Show enthusiasm; do not be critical.
Encourage your child to play by the rules and to be a team player.
Teach your child to play by the rules and to be a team player.
Applaud good play for both teams.
Show respect to toher parents, the other team, and the referees.
Do not publicly question the official’s judgement.
Recognize the value of the volunteers.

Player's Code

Play soccer for your enjoyment of the game. Do not play just to please other people.
Play at a level of competition which is challenging and stimulating.
Play by the rules; never argue with the official’s decision.
Try your best in every game to win within the rules.
Cooperate with in every game to win within the rules.
Cooperate with your coach and teammates; be a team player.
Be sporting to your opponents, both in victory and defeat.
Learn from your mistakes; work hard in practice to improve technique and decision making.
Be the best player you can.

(Source: Missouri Youth Soccer Association)